Shut Up
Simple Plan
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There You Go You're always so right It's all a big show It's all about you You think you know What everyone needs You always take time To criticize me It seems like everyday I make mistakes I just can't get it right It's like I'm the one You love to hate But not today So shut up, shut up, shut up Don't want to hear it Get out get out get out Get out of my way Step up step up step up You'll never stop me Nothing you say today Is gonna bring me down There you go You never ask why It's all a big lie Whatever you do You think you're special But i know and I know and I know And we know That you're not You're always there to point out My mistakes And shove them in my face It's like I'm the one you love to hate But not today So shut up, shut up, shut up Don't want to hear it Get out get out get out Get out of my way Step up step up step up You'll never stop me Nothing you say today Is gonna bring me down Don't tell me who I should be And don't try to tell me what's right for me Don't tell me what I should do I don't want to waste my time I'll watch you fade away So shut up, shut up, shut up Don't want to hear it Get out get out get out Get out of my way Step up step up step up You'll never stop me Nothing you say today Is gonna bring me down (Down) so shut up, shut up, shut up Don't want to hear it Get out get out get out Get out of my way Step up step up step up You'll never stop me Nothing you say Is gonna bring me down Bring me down (shut up, shut up, shut up) Bring me down Bring me down(shut up shut up shut up) Shut up, Shut up, Shut up!
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Written by: CHARLES-ANDRE COMEAU, PIERRE BOUVIER
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Album Details"Shut Up" is a song by Canadian rock band Simple Plan. It was written by the band's members along with Arnold Lanni, who is a renowned rock musician and producer.
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Release YearThis song was released in 2005 as a part of their second studio album, "Still Not Getting Any...", which reached #2 on the Canadian Albums Chart.
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Song ThemeThe song centers around feelings of defiance and rebellion. It is a dismissal of criticism and the pressures of conformity, often resonating with teenagers and young adults.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Shut Up" was released in 2004 and directed by Eric White. It depicts scenes of teenagers mouthing the lyrics to the song in response to authoritative figures such as parents and teachers.
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Chart Performance"Shut Up" peaked at number 65 on the Australia (ARIA) singles chart and number 87 on the UK singles chart.
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Live PerformancesThe song is often used to open Simple Plan’s concerts and has been performed at many international music festivals. It's a crowd favorite due to its energetic and rebellious nature.
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Praise and Criticism"Shut Up" was praised for its infectious energy and bold lyrics, with many fans appreciating its angst-driven theme. It was, however, criticized by some for being too mainstream or formulaic to the pop-punk genre.
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Band’s PerspectiveAccording to interviews, the band members expressed that "Shut Up" was a song aimed to capture their frustration about constant negative stereotypes and misunderstandings about their band image.
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Online PopularityThe official music video for "Shut Up" on YouTube has amassed over 18 million views, displaying the song's ongoing popularity.
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InfluenceThe song "Shut Up" solidified Simple Plan’s image as a relatable band for teenagers dealing with issues such as bullying, stress, and peer pressure.
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