Down
Miranda Lambert
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Down is where I'm goin' Pain is what I'm showin' Love's what I'm takin' Heart's are what I'm breakin' There's a strong man lives up in Jackson hole Took my heart, and he broke my soul Left a dark place in my chest I sleep, but I don't rest I sleep, but I don't rest So, down is where I'm goin' Pain is what I'm showin' Love is what I'm takin' Heart's are what I'm breakin' Met a little boy in Baton Rouge His eyes were clear, and his heart was true I made that boy's heart scream my name But he didn't know the game But we didn't know the game So, down is where I'm goin' Pain is what I'm showin' Love is what I'm takin' Heart's are what I'm breakin' You don't want to be standin' there When the storm hits, you won't have a prayer My wind will blow you to your knees Stay away from me Stay away from me Stay away from me Oh yeah, down is where I'm goin' Pain is what I'm showin' Love is what I'm takin' Heart's are what I'm breakin' Heart's are what I'm breakin'
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Written by: MIRANDA LAMBERT, TRAVIS HOWARD
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Genre"Down" by Miranda Lambert belongs to the genre of country music, providing a refreshing taste of classic country blues.
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Songwriter's ContributionAlongside Miranda Lambert, the song was penned down by third-party songwriters, namely Jessi Alexander, Natalie Hemby, and Luke Dick.
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Album PlacementThe song "Down" is part of Miranda Lambert's seventh studio album titled "Wildcard", which was released on November 1, 2019.
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Chart PerformanceThe album "Wildcard" peaked at No. 1 on the Top Country Albums chart, ensuring that "Down" was heard by a wide-ranging audience.
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Inspirational ThemeThe song emphasizes the ability to get back up after life knocks you down, symbolizing resilience and strength.
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Acoustic Value"Down" is notable for its biographical lyrics, upbeat tempo, and a harmonious blend of acoustic guitar and drum.
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AwardsAlthough "Down" did not win awards individually, the album "Wildcard" featuring it went on to win the "Best Country Album" category at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards that was held in 2021.
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Expert ReviewRolling Stone magazine noted the song as a standout track in the album, appreciating its bluesy tension that characterizes Lambert's musical style.
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Personal ResonanceMary Karr, Lambert’s co-writer on “Down,” said in an interview that the song directly mirrors some of the trials and tribulations in Lambert’s personal life, suggesting it holds much personal importance to the singer.
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Unique SoundDespite the album incorporating more rock sounds, “Down” stuck out because it leaned more towards honky-tonk, presenting a fusion of old and new country music which is a notable feature of Lambert's music.
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