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Florence & The Machine - Shake It Out (Single) Lyrics

Artist: Florence & The Machine

Album: Shake It Out (Single)

Genre: Rock

Regrets collect like old friends*
Here to relive your darkest moments
I can see no way, I can see no way
And all of the ghouls come out to play

And every demon wants his pound of flesh
But I like to keep some things to myself
I like to keep my issues strong
It’s always darkest before the dawn

And I’ve been a fool and I’ve been blind
I can never leave the past behind
I can see no way, I can see no way
I’m always dragging that horse around

And our love is pastured such a mournful sound
Tonight I’m gonna bury that horse in the ground
So I like to keep my issues strong
But it’s always darkest before the dawn

Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, ooh woaaah
Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, ooh woaaaah

And it’s hard to dance with a devil on your back
So shake him off, oh woah

I am done with my graceless heart
So tonight I’m gonna cut it out and then restart
Cause I like to keep my issues strong
It’s always darkest before the dawn

Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, ooh woaaah
Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, ooh woaaah

And it’s hard to dance with a devil on your back
So shake him off, oh woah

And given half the chance would I take any of it back
It’s a final mess but it’s left me so empty
It’s always darkest before the dawn

Oh woah, oh woah…

And I’m damned if I do and I’m damned if I don’t
So here’s to drinks in the dark at the end of my road
And I’m ready to suffer and I’m ready to hope
It’s a shot in the dark and right at my throat
Cause looking for heaven, for the devil in me
Looking for heaven, for the devil in me
Well what the hell I’m gonna let it happen to me

Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, ooh woaaah
Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, ooh woaaah

And it’s hard to dance with a devil on your back
So shake him off, oh woah

Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, ooh woaaah
Shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, shake it out, ooh woaaah

And it’s hard to dance with a devil on your back
So shake him off, oh woah


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  • Anonymous

    Well, it's art. And good art at that. Art is subjective, which is why you see so many paintings that are titled "untitled." It's up to you to decide what it means to you. Is it the "love" of a concept, something physical, emotional, or the martini in your hand that helps you through the day. That is the beauty of Candi Stanton's words, and what makes this song so powerful - it applies to everyone.

  • Anonymous

    it is about christianity. you can look it up. the original writer says "it has a clear christian message. it talks of giving up on God, only to discover that he has "got the love I need to see me through", and that "the Saviour's love is real". The theme behind the song is one of uplift and empowerment." tah-dah.

  • Anonymous

    I dont understand why the last person to comment on this page says "Its great for christians because they song expresses how christians feel in everyday life" I dont think this song is about the love of christ, I think that it is about the love in a realationship. And why does it have to be christians that feel this way in everyday life, dont we all feel this way at times, christian or not? But as for the album, most impressive I have heard in awhile. I thank my best friend for introducing me!

  • Anonymous

    That's funny you said it was your wedding song because that's exactly what we're using it for! :) perfect

  • Anonymous

    This was our wedding song! Beautifull lyrics from a bautifull woman.
    BTW it was perfect for our wedding.

  • Anonymous

    in love with this song, it makes so much sense to me and it hits that spot everytime i hear it. xxxxx

  • Anonymous

    i love her she is truly amazing and on brits with dizzy rascal was outstanding and i love all ur songs!!!!!!!

  • Anonymous

    i love the song so much and wish to be a ble to inow all the words to it of y heart!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Anonymous

    florence and the machine's album lungs is the best album ever, in my opinion

  • Anonymous

    this is one of my favourite songs ever!I think its soooooo great! Yippie this song!

  • Anonymous

    this is just a wicked song right here, its so simple yet effective, awesome song! (:

  • Anonymous

    i loveeeeeeee it , i think her doin as a cover is better (LL) in loveeee ;D xxx

  • Anonymous

    I LOVE THIS SONG!!!!!! its always in my head, i love it so much! and shes so pretty i think :)

  • Anonymous

    heya i like the original, but i think that this is better, ok it old, but as they say, old is new? xxxx

  • Anonymous

    She is an amazing singer

    Luv this song.............................

    Its absolutely one of my fav songs

  • Anonymous

    can i actually have the lyrics! not just the boring comments! i just want the lyrics but i have kinda gathered what they are by listening to the song so many times.

  • Anonymous

    I (L) THIS SONG.......................................

  • Anonymous

    amazing song!!! love it so much florence is an incredible singer!! carry on with the great music!! i'm loving rabbit heart too but this is amazing!!it's been in my head all day :)

  • Anonymous

    I love this song its so good!!
    she's amazing and she went to my school!!
    xxx

  • Anonymous

    wow i love this song even more now since i've heard the whole thing. You see this is the song that WON Valkstone Primary School the State champions!!

  • Anonymous

    love this song ! , shes an amazing singer

  • Anonymous

    Florence has one of the most amazing voices ive ever heard. i love their version of this song its beautiful.

  • Anonymous

    I love Florence. Her voice in this song is so wild and raw, creating an image of the reckless abandon and love the song is personfying.

  • Anonymous

    Its gr8 for christians beacause the song expresses how cristians feel in every day life.

  • Anonymous

    Its good but I prefer the original by Candi Staton. I first heard it in the early 90s and the lyrics and the tune continue to blow me away. Candi,s voice is better IMO but I still love this new cover.

  • Anonymous

    yummy :) great song :)

    "You've got the loveee" can't get it out of my head!!

  • Anonymous

    brillll song :) .

  • Anonymous

    loveeeee this songg just seen it on T4 on the beachhh keep up the good work guys! xx

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