Cage The Elephant is an American rock band known for blending elements of alternative rock, garage rock, and indie with emotionally raw lyrics and dynamic performances.
Their music often shows the themes of personal struggle, relationships, and connecting deeply with listeners through both their energetic sound storytelling.
About the Song
Trouble is a thoughtful and emotionally charged track that highlights themes of guilt, self-doubt, and the complexities of human relationships.
The lyrics convey a sense of regret, with the narrator facing the consequences of their actions and seeking forgiveness and understanding.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Released | November 19, 2015 |
| Album | Tell Me I’m Pretty |
| Writers | Cage The Elephant |
| Producers | Dan Auerbach |
Trouble Lyrics by Cage The Elephant
Intro
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Verse 1
We were at the table by the window with the view
Casting shadows, the sun was pushing through
Spoke a lot of words, I don’t know if I spoke the truth
Pre-Chorus
Got so much to lose
Got so much to prove
God, don’t let me lose my mind
Chorus
Trouble on my left, trouble on my right
I’ve been facing trouble almost all my life
My sweet love, won’t you pull me through?
Everywhere I look, I catch a glimpse of you
I said it was love and I did it for life, didn’t do it for you
Interlude
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Verse 2
We will come to pass, will I pass the test?
You know what they say, yeah
The wicked get no rest
You can have my heart, any place, any time
Pre-Chorus
Got so much to lose
Got so much to prove
God, don’t let me lose my mind
Chorus
Trouble on my left, trouble on my right
I’ve been facing trouble almost all my life
My sweet love, won’t you pull me through?
Everywhere I look, I catch a glimpse of you
I said it was love and I did it for life, didn’t do it for you
Instrumental Break
Chorus
Trouble on my left, trouble on my right
I’ve been facing trouble almost all my life
My sweet love, won’t you pull me through?
Everywhere I look, I catch a glimpse of you
I said it was love and I did it for life, didn’t do it for you
Interlude
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Ooh-ooh
Ooh, ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh
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Outro
Got so much to lose
Got so much to prove
God, don’t let me lose my mind
Live Performance of the Song Trouble by Cage the Elephant
Similar Songs Like Trouble
Here are songs by Cage The Elephant that share emotional depth and thematic similarity with Trouble, showing weakness and personal conflict:
- Cigarette Daydreams: This heartfelt track shows lost love and longing, with a soft, acoustic tone that mirrors emotional and internal searching.
- How Are You True: A gentle and self-improved song that goes into the struggles of identity and staying original, showing Trouble’s themes of self-awareness and emotional pain.
- Too Late to Say Goodbye: This track holds the weight of regret and missed chances, channeling the emotional intensity and sorrowful honesty found in Trouble.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Does the Band Name Cage the Elephant Mean?
The band name “Cage the Elephant” came from a 2006 incident when a mentally disturbed man hugged lead singer Matt Shultz after a show, repeatedly saying, “you have to cage the elephant,” inspiring the name.
What Musical Style Does Trouble Represent?
It blends alternative rock with psychedelic and blues influences, showing a more mature sound for the band.
What Inspired the Songwriting For Trouble?
Matt Shultz has explained that it was inspired by personal experiences with relationship difficulties and confronting past mistakes.
