Down
Dolly Parton
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(Dolly Parton) Spent all my money on everyone else Why I just kept handing it out right and left They didn't appreciate none of my help I have found Had me a man I was so much in love But he just walked off after using me up I cried like a baby It hurt me so much and I'm down Yeah, I'm sure down I know that I'm down but I'm gonna get up I just need some time Just need a little streak of good luck And you know that it's rough when your bitting the dust like I am You try to do right but tell me where does that get you People just use you and then they forget you Well it won't take me long To get my feet back on solid ground But now I'm down When I get my life back in order again Well I'll still be willing to help out my friends And if you need some body or wished it had been, look around I'll be spending my money on everyone else Well I'll just be handing it out right and left I'll find a new love I won't live by myself I'm just down, now, yeah I'm down I know that I'm down but I'm gonna get up I just need some time Just need a little streak of good luck And you know that it's rough when your bitting the dust like I am You try to do right but tell me where does that get you People just use you and then they forget you Well it won't take me long To get my feet back on solid ground But now I'm down I know that I'm down But I'm bound to get up
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Written by: DOLLY PARTON
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8 facts about this song
Song Artistry"Down" is a song by the famous American singer-songwriter, Dolly Parton. It was included in her album, "Hungry Again" in 1998.
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Lyric CompositionThe song "Down" is not particularly about sadness or despair despite its title. The song lyrics convey a never-give-up attitude and a strong belief in oneself, which is a common theme in many of Parton's songs.
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Album PerformanceThe song is a part of the album "Hungry Again" which was not Dolly Parton's best commercial success. Though it didn't make a big splash on the charts, it was critically acclaimed for its mature songwriting and themes.
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Music StyleIn "Down," Dolly Parton gets back to her country roots. The slower tempo captures the essence of traditional country music, featuring instruments like guitars, fiddles, and traditional drums.
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InspirationParton has expressed she was inspired to write "Down" during a struggling stage in her career. It stems from her personal experiences and resilience, sending a motivational message to her listeners.
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Live PerformancesWhile "Down" was not one of Parton's mega-hits, she has performed it at several live shows and it has become a fan-favorite.
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RecognitionThough the song doesn't appear in many of Parton's top hit lists, music critics have recognized "Down" as a well-written blend of traditional country with a touch of folk, marking it one of the noteworthy songs in the album.
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Music VideoThere's no official music video for "Down." However, several fan-made lyric videos are available on platforms like YouTube.
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