Exploring themes of vulnerability and societal pressures, this track by Blood Orange dives deep into the anxieties faced by individuals in a world that often feels hostile and confining. The lyrics address self-reflection and the ways people cope with their struggles, questioning whether it's easier to hide behind the presence of friends or face challenges head-on. The recurring mantra, "Hands up, get out," likely refers to the fear and inevitability of confrontation with external threats, urging caution while highlighting the peril of being a target. The lines also underscore the challenges of holding onto past glories while navigating current dangers, including racial and gender-based fears. The song's plea to "Don't shoot" reflects the urgent plea for safety and recognition in an often violent society. #Vulnerability #SocietalPressures #SelfReflection
Hands Up
Lyrics
Do you ever try and face yourself, goodnight
Or is it easier with your friend?
Pretend your friend's enough to end
You were just another loud mouth, cute-faced girl
Could you press skin, take your lover the world
You're not the only one in the world
You choose to see me, even with all this glee
Are you okay?
What's in your way?
Are you sleeping with the lights on baby?
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Keep your hood off when you're walking 'cause they
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Trying not to be obsessed with your heyday
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Sure enough they're gonna take your body
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Do you ever try and face yourself, goodnight
Or is it easier with your friend?
Pretend your friend's enough to end
You were just another loud mouth, cute-faced girl
Could you press skin, take your lover the world
You're not the only one in the world
Are you sleeping with the lights on baby?
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Keep your hood off when you're walking 'cause they
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Trying not to be obsessed with your heyday
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Sure enough they're gonna take your body
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Are you okay?
What's in your way?
Are you okay?
What's in your way?
Are you sleeping with the lights on baby?
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Keep your hood off when you're walking 'cause they
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Trying not to be obsessed with your heyday
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out) mm
Sure enough they're gonna take your body
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out) oh, mm
Are you sleeping with the lights on baby?
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Keep your hood off when you're walking 'cause they
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Trying not to be obsessed with your heyday
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Sure enough they're gonna take your body
(Hands up, get out, hands up, get out)
Don't shoot
Don't shoot
Don't shoot
Don't shoot
Don't shoot
Something never been done before
Then it's no replacement for it
When there is a replacement for something
It will always
Writer(s): Dev Hynes
Copyright(s): Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY
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