I think the song is about living in a dull, boring, small town. "Simple Song" is probably the first time that a Shins song has music that shines brighter than the lyrics. The Shins's The Shins - Simple Song Lyrics music video in high definition. The Shins lyrics - 61 song lyrics sorted by album, including "New Slang", "Girl Inform Me", "Pink Bullets". I told you 'bout all those fears, And away they did run. Well this will be a simple song To say what you've done I told you about all those years And away they did run You sure must be strong And you feel like an ocean Being warmed by the sun Remember walking a mile to your house, a glow in the dark I made a fumblin' play for your heart and the extra, the spark The Shins song lyrics collection. The Shins are an American indie rock band centered around James Mercer.The band formed in 1997, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States as a side project of Mercer (previously of Blue Roof Dinner) and drummer Jesse Sandoval, who were both members of Flake Music.The band's original lineup was Mercer (vocals, guitar), Sandoval (drums), Marty Crandall (keyboards) and Dave Hernandez (bass). Shins Simple Song lyrics & video : Well, this is just a simple song, To say what you done. James is a talented singer and gifted melody writer but his lyrics are where he gained renown. Please let me break it down: When you have more talent than anyone around you, but can do nothing but despair ("Gold teeth and a curse for this town were all in my mouth. Browse 134 lyrics and 181 The Shins albums. The lyrics are what keep people coming back for The Shins music. Learn the full song lyrics at MetroLyrics.