What A Shame
Shinedown
Shinedown
SHINEDOWN
- What A Shame LyricsTwo packs of cigarettes a day
The strongest whiskey Kentucky can make
That's a recipe to put a vagabond
On his hands and knees
I watched it all up close
I knew him more than most
I saw a side of him he never showed
Full of sympathy for a world that wouldn't let him be
That's the man he was
Have you heard enough?
What a shame, what a shame
To judge a life that you can't change
The choir sings, the church bells ring
So won't you give this man his wings?
What a shame to have to beg you to
See we're not all the same, what a shame
There's a hard life for every silver spoon
There's a touch of gray for every shade of blue
That's the way that I see life
If there was nothing wrong then there'd be nothing right
And for this working man
They say could barely stand
There's gotta be a better place to land
Some kind of remedy for a world that wouldn't let him be
That's the man he was
Have you heard enough?
What a shame, what a shame
To judge a life that you can't change
The choir sings, the church bells ring
So won't you give this man his wings?
What a shame to have to beg you to
See we're not all the same, what a shame
God forgive the hands that laid you down
They never knew how
But your broken heart can break the sound
And change the seasons
Now the leaves are falling faster
Happily ever after
You gave me hope through your endeavors
And now you will live forever
What a shame, what a shame
To judge a life that you can't change
The choir sings, the church bells ring
So won't you give this man his wings?
What a shame to have to beg you to
See we're not all the same, what a shame
What a shame, what a shame
'Cause we're not all the same
What a shame, what a shame
'Cause we're not all the same
The strongest whiskey Kentucky can make
That's a recipe to put a vagabond
On his hands and knees
I watched it all up close
I knew him more than most
I saw a side of him he never showed
Full of sympathy for a world that wouldn't let him be
That's the man he was
Have you heard enough?
What a shame, what a shame
To judge a life that you can't change
The choir sings, the church bells ring
So won't you give this man his wings?
What a shame to have to beg you to
See we're not all the same, what a shame
There's a hard life for every silver spoon
There's a touch of gray for every shade of blue
That's the way that I see life
If there was nothing wrong then there'd be nothing right
And for this working man
They say could barely stand
There's gotta be a better place to land
Some kind of remedy for a world that wouldn't let him be
Have you heard enough?
What a shame, what a shame
To judge a life that you can't change
The choir sings, the church bells ring
So won't you give this man his wings?
What a shame to have to beg you to
See we're not all the same, what a shame
God forgive the hands that laid you down
They never knew how
But your broken heart can break the sound
And change the seasons
Now the leaves are falling faster
Happily ever after
You gave me hope through your endeavors
And now you will live forever
What a shame, what a shame
To judge a life that you can't change
The choir sings, the church bells ring
So won't you give this man his wings?
What a shame to have to beg you to
See we're not all the same, what a shame
What a shame, what a shame
'Cause we're not all the same
What a shame, what a shame
'Cause we're not all the same
Facts about What A Shame
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What A Shame is written by Brent Smith, Dave Richard Bassett.
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It is first released on June 24, 2008 as part of Shinedown's album "The Sound of Madness" which includes 14 tracks in total. This song is the 7th track on this album.
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When we think about what all of this might truly mean, the track 'What a Shame' from Shinedown deepens the listener's insight into the life of a person who is being judged unfairly for their situation. It suggests that through the hardships of everyday life, one can discover the shared humanity within people and their need for compassion. Through its use of metaphors, like ''silver spoon'' for privilege and ''broken heart'' for emotional pain, the song asks its audience to consider the intricacies of human existence and to be supportive of those who are having a hard time. What a shame lyrics are mainly with social commentary and reflection, heartbreak, despair, and angst. At the same time, the song highlights the issue of judgment and empathy, life struggles, and hope and legacy. The lyrics tell about suffering, addiction, and loss which may not be suitable for very young ones. Although there are no direct mentions of violence, sex, or drug use, the addressed topics might need parental guidance for the little ones.
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What A Shame falls under the genre Rock.
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What A Shame song length is 4 minutes and 18 seconds.
Who wrote What A Shame lyrics?
What A Shame is written by Brent Smith, Dave Richard Bassett.
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When was What A Shame released?
It is first released on June 24, 2008 as part of Shinedown's album "The Sound of Madness" which includes 14 tracks in total. This song is the 7th track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind What A Shame lyrics?
When we think about what all of this might truly mean, the track 'What a Shame' from Shinedown deepens the listener's insight into the life of a person who is being judged unfairly for their situation. It suggests that through the hardships of everyday life, one can discover the shared humanity within people and their need for compassion. Through its use of metaphors, like ''silver spoon'' for privilege and ''broken heart'' for emotional pain, the song asks its audience to consider the intricacies of human existence and to be supportive of those who are having a hard time. What a shame lyrics are mainly with social commentary and reflection, heartbreak, despair, and angst. At the same time, the song highlights the issue of judgment and empathy, life struggles, and hope and legacy. The lyrics tell about suffering, addiction, and loss which may not be suitable for very young ones. Although there are no direct mentions of violence, sex, or drug use, the addressed topics might need parental guidance for the little ones.
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Which genre is What A Shame?
What A Shame falls under the genre Rock.
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How long is the song What A Shame?
What A Shame song length is 4 minutes and 18 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Brent Smith, Dave Richard Bassett
Record Label(s): 2008 Atlantic Recording Corp for the United States and WEA International Inc for the world outside of the United States
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Meaning to "What A Shame" song lyrics
(2 meanings)
Stylios Kylios June 26, 2010-5:29
While this song is about Brent Smith's (hes the man singing) uncle, this song is represent also the death of my Dad. He died before i was born.
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While this song is about Brent Smith's (hes the man singing) uncle, this song is represent also the death of my Dad. He died before i was born.
This song is talking about, as Stylios said, Smith's uncle, it also represents many, MANY others, who have been held down, or were never able to rise up. LONG LIVE SHINEDOWN.