Discover the story of the song > Cold Shoulder – 8 Graves

The protagonist in this song is feeling hurt by the people they care about the most. They have built a wall around themselves to protect against further pain and are pushing others away, even though it's making them feel cold and lonely. They know that if others get too close, they will end up hurting them too. The protagonist acknowledges that there is a reason for their distance - it keeps them safe, even though they have tried to change. They feel guilty for the pain they cause and take the blame for it. In the end, they are willing to let others cry on their cold shoulder, but they also warn that holding on to them and their coldness will only haunt them in the end.