Shakin' Hands
Nickelback
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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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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.
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Album ClassificationThe song is a part of their sixth studio album, Dark Horse, which was released on November 18, 2008.
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Producer InformationThis 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.
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Chart PerformanceWhile "Shakin' Hands" wasn't officially a single, it demonstrated strong chart performance. It peaked at No. 39 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart.
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Genre ClassificationLike most of Nickelback's music, "Shakin' Hands" falls under the genres of post-grunge and alternative rock.
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Song Theme"Shakin' Hands" portrays the story of a woman who turns to a life of decadence to climb the social ladder.
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Lyrics InsightThe lyrics suggest the protagonist of the song is a 'gold digger.' They describe her using her charms to climb her way to the top.
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Musical ElementsThe song is known for its hard-charging guitars and Chad Kroeger's distinct vocals, a combination that's generally recognized as a Nickelback signature.
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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.
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ReceptionOverall, reactions to the song varied, with some fans praising its rock elements and narrative while others criticised its supposed misogyny.
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Release Format"Shakin' Hands," like all other songs on the album Dark Horse, was available digitally, on CD, and on vinyl.
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Fan FavoritesDespite its divisive nature, "Shakin' Hands" is often cited by fans as a favorite among Nickelback's discography.
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Live PerformancesNickelback has performed "Shakin' Hands" live on tour multiple times, demonstrating its popularity and endurance within the band's repertoire.
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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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