My Own Summer (Shove It)

The song expresses a deep sense of disconnection and a struggle against external pressures. The summer imagery symbolizes a time that should feel bright and carefree, but instead, it feels suffocating. The repeated phrase "shove it" suggests a desire to push away unwanted feelings and situations. It’s a mix of anger and vulnerability, expressing both a plea for help and a rejection of what’s causing pain.

Verse 1

Hey, you, big star
Tell me when it's over (Cloud)
Hey, you, big mood
Guide me to shelter
'Cause I'm through when the two
Hits the six and it's summer (Cloud)

In this verse, the speaker seems to be addressing someone who represents hope or guidance, like a star in the sky. The mention of "big mood" suggests a heavy emotional state, and the need for shelter hints at feeling overwhelmed. The line about being “through” when time passes (from two to six) speaks to a kind of countdown to relief. The summer reference here feels oppressive, hinting that instead of joy, it brings discomfort.

Chorus

(Come) Shove it, shove it, shove it
(Shove) Shove it, shove it, shove it
(The Sun) Shove it, shove it, shove it
(Aside) Shove it aside

The chorus is all about rejection. The repetition of "shove it" creates urgency and a kind of cathartic release. It’s as if the speaker is trying to push away the sun, which typically symbolizes warmth and happiness. Instead, it feels like a burden. This part really captures the struggle to deal with overwhelming feelings and wanting to escape them.

Verse 2

I think God is moving It's tongue
There's no crowds in the street
And no sun in my own summer

In this verse, the speaker reflects on a sense of divine communication, but it feels disconnected. The mention of no crowds suggests loneliness, and the absence of the sun in their "own summer" highlights a personal conflict. It’s like the outside world is empty, and the warmth that summer usually brings is missing. This deepens the feeling of isolation.

Chorus

(Come) Shove it, shove it, shove it
(Shove) Shove it, shove it, shove it
(The Sun) Shove it, shove it, shove it
(Aside) Shove it aside

Repeating the chorus reinforces the intense desire to escape from the pressure of their emotions. The frustration is palpable, and it feels like a mantra, something the speaker clings to in order to cope. It's a raw, powerful cry for relief.

Bridge

The shade is a tool
A device, a savior
See, I try and look up to the sky
But my eyes burn (Cloud)

Here, the speaker describes shade as a protective measure, almost like a lifeline. It’s a contrast to the harshness of the sun, emphasizing a need for relief and safety. Trying to look up but feeling pain in their eyes shows the difficulty of facing reality. It symbolizes a struggle to find clarity in a confusing and hurtful world.

Outro

(Come) Shove it, shove it, shove it
(Shove) Shove it, shove it, shove it
(The Sun) Shove it, shove it, shove it
(Aside) Shove it aside

The outro mirrors the chorus, repeating the same powerful phrases. It serves as a final statement of defiance and rejection. The insistence on "shove it" brings the song full circle, leaving listeners with that intense energy of frustration and the desire to push away the unwanted.

Closing Thoughts

"My Own Summer (Shove It)" captures a struggle with inner turmoil and the feeling of being overwhelmed by life. The lyrics cleverly use summer as a metaphor for discomfort instead of joy. It’s a raw expression of wanting to reject what doesn’t serve you, and that feeling definitely resonates with anyone who's felt trapped by their emotions. Deftones really nails that mix of heaviness and vulnerability in this track.