In my opinion, this is a fairly classic pop song about a not so classic subject, that of a couple who live on the edge knowing that burnout–or total self destruction–is inevitable. Maybe next week, maybe years from now, but sooner or later it will all catch up.
I like the song because it’s really a nice tune, very melodic, great hooks, and while I love a fun song, I also love thoughtful ones too.
And of course, the lyrics:
She said “I’m fine, I’m okay”
cover up your trembling hands
There’s indecision when you
Know you ain’t got nothing left
when the good times never stay
And the cheap thrills always
seem to fade away
When will we
When will we fall down
Jump back, got to get out of here
Been too long this time
Jump back, got to get out of here
When will we fall down
She hates her life
She hates her skin
She even hates her friends
Tries to hold on to all the
reputations she can’t mend
And there’s some chance we could fail
but the last time someone was
always there for bail
When will we fall down
Jump back, got to get out of here
been too long this time
Jump back, got to get out of here
When will we fall down
For the last time conscience calls
For a good friend I was never there at all
When will we fall down
October 4th, 2008 at 10:46 am
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