By this point, the band had relocated to America -- with Mileski replaced by new drummer Mark Goodwin -- and soon landed a deal with Virgin Records. Sick Puppies' sophomore LP, Dressed Up as Life, arrived in April of 2007. The exposure brought to them by the Free Hugs video helped the single "All the Same" reach number eight on Billboard's Modern Rock chart. Their second U.S. single, "My World," also reached number 20 on the Modern Rock chart and was followed by three more singles in 2008. Working with American production team Rock Mafia, Sick Puppies' delivered their third album, Tri-Polar, in 2009, which rose to number 31 on the U.S. Billboard 200. Less than a year later, they released the EP Live & Unplugged, which contained acoustic versions of songs from the album. A second companion EP, this one called Polar Opposite and also containing acoustic versions of songs from Tri-Polar, appeared in 2011. Produced again by Rock Mafia, their fourth album, Connect, fared even better, reaching number 17 on the Top 200 in the summer of 2013. In spite of their rising success, Connect would prove to be their last album with founding member Moore, who left the band in late 2014. Within days of this announcement, Anzai was approached by Texas-born singer and guitarist Bryan Scott, whose audition tape quickly landed him the job as Moore's replacement. The new lineup began writing and recording material for their fourth album, teasing with a new single, "Stick to Your Guns," in early 2016.
- compiled by Timothy Monger & David Jeffries, Rovi (from MTV artists 2016)
You're Going Down
Sick Puppies Lyrics
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To me it's what we do when we're bored
I feel the heat comin' off of the blacktop
And it makes me want it more
Because I'm hyped up out of control
If it's a fight, I'm ready to go
I wouldn't put my money on the other guy
If you know what I know that I know
It's been a long time comin'
And the table's turned around
'Cause one of us is goin'
One of us is goin' down
I'm not runnin'
It's a little different now
'Cause one of us is goin'
One of us is goin' down
Define your meanin' of fun
Is it fuckin', druggin' or guns?
I feel the heat comin' off of the blacktop
So get ready for another one
Let's take a trip down memory lane (do you remember me?)
The words circlin' in my brain (and what you did to me)
You can treat this like another all the same
But don't cry like a bitch when you feel the pain
It's been a long time comin'
And the table's turned around
'Cause one of us is goin'
One of us is goin' down
I'm not runnin'
It's a little different now
'Cause one of us is goin'
One of us is goin' down
This is hardly worth fightin' for
But it's the little petty shit that I can't ignore
When my fist hits your face and your face hits the floor
It'll be a long time comin'
But you got the message now
'Cause I was never goin'
Yeah, you're the one that's goin' down
One of us is goin' down
I'm not runnin'
It's a little different now
'Cause one of us is goin'
One of us is goin' down
One of us is goin' down
Down
The Sick Puppies’ “You’re Going Down” is a hard rock song which appears to be about the desire for a fight. The opening lyrics of the song express the singer’s definition of war, which essentially means fighting or violence. The first verse reveals that the singer is hyped up and ready to go if it comes to a fight and that he/she wouldn't put his/her money on the other guy. The second verse digs deeper into the reasons why the singer desires a fight, mentioning the adrenaline rush that comes with it. The lyrics also touch on some of the controversial themes of drugs and guns being associated with fun or entertainment in some circles.
The pre-chorus starts by suggesting that this fight has been a long time coming and that the tables have turned. One person is going down, and the other is staying put. The chorus repeats that someone is going down, and the other isn't running away. The next verse reveals that the singer has been hurt in the past by this other person, and these feelings have been simmering and continuing to heat up, leading to the likelihood of an imminent fight. The bridge suggests that the reason for the fight is negligible, but the desire to fight is still real. The singer is ready to take on this person and deliver some damage.
In conclusion, "You're Going Down" is a visceral and emotionally charged song about the desire for a fight, highlighting the themes of aggression, retaliation, and a sense of personal empowerment. The lyrics paint a picture of frustration caused by past wrongs that fuel the desire to fight. The chorus is a repetitive reminder that someone is going to fall, and neither party is backing down.
Line by Line Meaning
Define your meanin' of war
What does the concept of war mean to you?
To me it's what we do when we're bored
To me, war is something we resort to when we have nothing else to do.
I feel the heat comin' off of the blacktop
I can sense the tension rising in the atmosphere.
And it makes me want it more
That tension fuels my desire for conflict.
Because I'm hyped up out of control
I'm feeling a surge of adrenaline which is clouding my better judgement.
If it's a fight, I'm ready to go
If it comes to a confrontation, I'm prepared to engage.
I wouldn't put my money on the other guy
I have confidence in myself and believe I can emerge victorious.
If you know what I know that I know
If you understand my perspective and experiences.
It's been a long time comin'
This conflict has been brewing for a while.
And the table's turned around
The power dynamic has shifted, and I'm now in control.
'Cause one of us is goin'
Because one of us is going to emerge victorious.
One of us is goin' down
One of us will be defeated.
I'm not runnin'
I'm not afraid to confront this situation head-on.
It's a little different now
Things have changed, and the outcome is uncertain.
Define your meanin' of fun
What do you consider to be enjoyable?
Is it fuckin', druggin' or guns?
Is it sex, drugs, or violence that you find entertaining?
So get ready for another one
Be prepared for further conflict or violence.
Let's take a trip down memory lane (do you remember me?)
Let's revisit our shared history (do you recall our past interactions?).
The words circlin' in my brain (and what you did to me)
I can't stop thinking about what you said or did to me in the past.
You can treat this like another all the same
You might see this as just another confrontation, but it means more to me.
But don't cry like a bitch when you feel the pain
Don't complain or act weak when you get hurt.
This is hardly worth fightin' for
This might not be the most significant conflict, but it still matters to me.
But it's the little petty shit that I can't ignore
The small, insignificant matters still bother me and add up over time.
When my fist hits your face and your face hits the floor
When we engage in physical conflict, I will emerge victorious.
It'll be a long time comin'
The outcome of this conflict has been inevitable for a while.
But you got the message now
You now understand that I am not to be underestimated.
'Cause I was never goin'
Because I was always planning to emerge victorious in this conflict.
Yeah, you're the one that's goin' down
You will be the one defeated in this conflict.
Down
The final outcome is decided.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Antonina Amarto, Emma Anzai, Shimon Moore, Timothy James Price
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