When You Come Back Down

Nickel Creek

About When You Come Back Down

"When You Come Back Down" was the debut single by progressive bluegrass band Nickel Creek from their self titled debut album. The song is a cover of the bluegrass musician Tim O'Brien's original version. The song was written by Danny O'Keefe and Tim O'Brien.


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2000
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You got to leave me now, you got to go alone 
You got to chase a dream, one that's all your own 
Before it slips away 
When you're flyin' high, take my heart along 
I'll be the harmony to every lonely song 
That you learn to play 

When you're soarin' through the air 
I'll be your solid ground 
Take every chance you dare 
I'll still be there 
When you come back down 
When you come back down 

I'll keep lookin' up, awaitin' your return 
My greatest fear will be that you will crash and burn 
And I won't feel your fire 
I'll be the other hand that always holds the line 
Connectin' in between your sweet heart and mine 
I'm strung out on that wire 

And I'll be on the other end, To hear you when you call 
Angel, you were born to fly, If you get too high 
I'll catch you when you fall 
I'll catch you when you fall 

Your memory's the sunshine every new day brings 
I know the sky is calling 
Angel, let me help you with your wings 

When you're soarin' through the air 
I'll be your solid ground 
Take every chance you dare 

I'll still be there 
When you come back down 
Take every chance you dare
I'll still be there 
When you come back down 
When you come back down

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Nickel Creek

Nickel Creek (formerly known as The Nickel Creek Band) is an American progressive acoustic music trio consisting of Chris Thile (mandolin), Sara Watkins (fiddle) and Sean Watkins (guitar). The band was founded in 1989 and released six albums between 1993 and 2006, winning a 2003 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album. In 2014, Nickel Creek reunited to release a new album entitled "A Dotted Line," followed by a tour throughout the United States. more »

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Written by: Daniel J. O'Keefe, Timothy Page O'Brien

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Bluewater Music Corp.

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13 facts about this song

Song Creation
"When You Come Back Down" is a collaboration between the bluegrass band "Nickel Creek" and singer-songwriter "Tim O'Brien".
Release Date
The song was released in 2000 on the band's self-titled album.
The Band Members
Nickel Creek consists of siblings Sean Watkins and Sara Watkins, along with Chris Thile.
Grammy Awards
The album "Nickel Creek", which features "When You Come Back Down", won the Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album.
Inspirations
The song is often understood as a parent bidding goodbye to their child as they embark on their own life's journey.
Songwriting
Tim O'Brien, a renowned country and bluegrass musician, co-wrote the song with Danny O'Keefe.
Mandolin
The performance of the song is noted for the exceptional mandolin playing of Chris Thile.
Fiddling
Sara Watkins, the lead vocalist for the song, is also an acclaimed fiddler.
Popular Reception
"When You Come Back Down" has received a positive response from both critics and audiences for its poignant lyrics and sincere performances.
Popularity
The song still holds appeal and is often played on Folk and Acoustic music radio stations.
Music Video
The song's emotional content is represented in its music video, showing a young girl moving away to the city, leaving her father behind in the idyllic rural home.
Legacy
The song remains one of Nickel Creek's most loved tracks, highlighting their remarkable blending of bluegrass with pop sensibilities.
Tour
Nickel Creek included "When You Come Back Down" in their setlists during the 2014 reunion tour.

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