Shakin' Hands

Nickelback

About Shakin' Hands

"Shakin' Hands" is a promotional single by Nickelback off their sixth studio album, Dark Horse, released on November 16, 2009, as the second U. S. rock radio-only single (seventh single overall).


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2008
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(Hey, hey) She had her eyes on the prize as the girl next door
You grow up quick when ya grow up poor
It's the only way to LA that she knows
The Hollywood pose, teeth, tits, and toes
Didn't take her long to leave the boulevard
So many five star friends with black credit cards
She'd try anything once, 'cause anything goes
It never comes easy when you're digging for gold

(Hey, hey) Well she ain't no Cinderella when she's getting undressed
'Cause she rocks it like the naughty wicked witch of the west

Far too pretty to be giving it cheap
That's why she's making six figures working three days a week
Ya she'd even break a promise in the promised land
She didn't make it this far by just shakin' hands
She'll shake her money maker twice as hard as anyone can
She didn't make it this far by just shakin' hands

(Hey, hey) I doubt she'd even let the devil buy her little black book
City Hall would probably fall if anyone got a look
Every A list player is a favorite friend
Says they all taste the same in the back of the Benz
Her congressman will call her every once in a while
Got the school girl skirt on the top of the pile
She's done everyone once, and everyone knows
You got to get a little dirty when you're digging for gold

(Hey, hey) Well she ain't no Cinderella when she's getting undressed
'Cause she rocks it like the naughty wicked witch of the west

Far too pretty to be giving it cheap
That's why she's making six figures working three days a week
Ya she'd even break a promise in the promised land
She didn't make it this far by just shakin' hands
She'll shake her money maker twice as hard as anyone can
She didn't make it this far by just shakin' hands

Someone spilled the beans and now her name's in the press
Tough to keep it all a secret when you're one of the best
The judge is going easy 'cause he paid for her chest
Ya he loves his little naughty wicked witch of the west

Far too pretty to be giving it cheap
That's why she's making six figures working three days a week
Ya she'd even break a promise in the promised land
She didn't make it this far by just shakin' hands
She'll shake her money maker twice as hard as anyone can
She didn't make it this far by just shakin' hands

She'll shake her money maker twice as hard as anyone can
She didn't make it this far by just shakin' hands.

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Nickelback

Nickelback is a Canadian rock band from Hanna, Alberta. Since 1995 the band has included guitarist and lead vocalist Chad Kroeger, guitarist and back-up vocalist Ryan Peake and bassist Mike Kroeger. The band's current drummer and percussionist is Daniel Adair who has been with the band since 2005, replacing drummer Ryan Vikedal who was with the band between 1998–2005. Nickelback's music is classed as hard rock,post-grunge, and alternative rock. Nickelback is one of the most commercially successful Canadian groups, having sold more than 50 million albums worldwide, ranking as the 11th best selling music act of the 2000s, and is the 2nd best selling foreign act in the U.S. behind The Beatles for the 2000s.Billboard ranks them the top Rock group of the decade an… more »

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Written by: CHAD KROEGER, JOEY MOI, MUTT LANGE

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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14 facts about this song

Band Background
"Shakin' Hands" is a song by the Canadian rock band Nickelback. Though the band has often received mixed reviews, they have still managed to achieve considerable success in the 21st Century rock music scene.
Album Classification
The song is a part of their sixth studio album, Dark Horse, which was released on November 18, 2008.
Producer Information
This album was co-produced by Mutt Lange, known for working with renowned rock bands like AC/DC and Def Leppard, and Chad Kroeger, Nickelback's lead vocalist and guitarist.
Chart Performance
While "Shakin' Hands" wasn't officially a single, it demonstrated strong chart performance. It peaked at No. 39 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart.
Genre Classification
Like most of Nickelback's music, "Shakin' Hands" falls under the genres of post-grunge and alternative rock.
Song Theme
"Shakin' Hands" portrays the story of a woman who turns to a life of decadence to climb the social ladder.
Lyrics Insight
The lyrics suggest the protagonist of the song is a 'gold digger.' They describe her using her charms to climb her way to the top.
Musical Elements
The song is known for its hard-charging guitars and Chad Kroeger's distinct vocals, a combination that's generally recognized as a Nickelback signature.
Potential Inspiration
"Shakin' Hands" may have been inspired by the glam metal genre, as some fans have cited its thematic similarities with songs in this genre.
Reception
Overall, reactions to the song varied, with some fans praising its rock elements and narrative while others criticised its supposed misogyny.
Release Format
"Shakin' Hands," like all other songs on the album Dark Horse, was available digitally, on CD, and on vinyl.
Fan Favorites
Despite its divisive nature, "Shakin' Hands" is often cited by fans as a favorite among Nickelback's discography.
Live Performances
Nickelback has performed "Shakin' Hands" live on tour multiple times, demonstrating its popularity and endurance within the band's repertoire.
Album Success
"Dark Horse," the album on which "Shakin' Hands" features, went multi-platinum in several countries including the United States and Canada.

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