Backstory:
Shameless Coup was formed in the dimly lit backroom of a gritty, downtown bar in Austin, Texas in 2013. The founding members, Jase Collins and Lane McKinnon, were two disenchanted office workers who found solace in harmonizing together after a long day of monotonous corporate rigmarole. Collins, a highly skilled guitarist, and McKinnon, a drummer with a knack for complex rhythms, soon realized their shared musical taste and started writing music together. They discovered their distinctive sound when they added bassist Mikey Lynch and keyboardist Ian Solis to the lineup, creating a diverse quartet of musicians.
Genre:
Shameless Coup is best known for their unique blend of Indie Rock and Blues, which captivates audiences with their melodic hooks and gritty undertones. Their music often explores themes of the human condition, social inequality, and self-actualization.
Title:
“Broken Chains”
Full Song Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
[Em] Woke up this morning, [Bm] felt the weight of these chains
[G] Heavy round my heart, [C] dragging me down in pain
[Em] I’ve seen better days, [Bm] seen some worse
[G] But it’s a brand new day, [C] time to lift this curse.
(Chorus)
[Am] Broken chains, [Em] we’re breaking free
[G] No more pain, [C] just you and me
[Am] With open skies, [Em] and open sea
[G] Our hearts are wild, [C] it’s time to flee
(Verse 2)
[Em] In the mirror’s reflection, [Bm] I see a stronger man
[G] One who’s not afraid, [C] who knows he can
[Em] Break these shackles, [Bm] shake off these ties
[G] Rise like the phoenix, [C] beyond these lies.
(Chorus)
[Am] Broken chains, [Em] we’re breaking free
[G] No more pain, [C] just you and me
[Am] With open skies, [Em] and open sea
[G] Our hearts are wild, [C] it’s time to flee
Fan Testimonial:
Their biggest fan, Hannah, says “I found Shameless Coup at a pretty rough time in my life. Their honest lyrics and raw sound really resonated with me. It’s like they were speaking directly to my experience. I’ve been to every one of their local shows since. They’re not just my favorite band—they’re my lifeline.”