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When You Come Back Down
Nickel Creek Lyrics


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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, waitin' 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, and 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

Overall Meaning

The song "When You Come Back Down" by Nickel Creek is a heartfelt ballad about a person who is supporting a loved one to follow their dreams, even if it means they have to leave them behind. The lyrics speak of the sacrifices necessary for one to chase their dreams and the fear of losing the one who is pursuing them. The person left behind promises to be the rock, the harmony, and the support for the adventurous one when they feel lost or afraid. The songwriter emphasizes that the constant support is never-ending, even when the person has moved on and flown high in the sky. The song mentions the fear of not being able to catch the person if they fall but still promising to be there for them.


The song has a deep emotional connection and delivers a strong message of love and support. The lyrics' metaphorical sense, such as the reference to "solid ground," "harmory to every lonely song," and "connecting the heart," adds a sense of delicacy to the song's overall feeling. The songwriter wrote the song to remind the listener of the people who support them in their adventurous journey of chasing dreams and to encourage them to appreciate their sacrifices.


Line by Line Meaning

You got to leave me now, you got to go alone
You need to pursue your own dreams and goals without my constant presence


You got to chase a dream, one that's all your own
The dream you chase should be authentic and unique to your personal interests and passions


Before it slips away
Act now before the opportunity disappears


When you're flyin' high, take my heart along
Even in your moments of great success and joy, know that I will always be there with you in spirit


I'll be the harmony to every lonely song
In your loneliest moments, I will be there to bring comfort and understanding


That you learn to play
I will support you in learning and growing through all of life's experiences


When you're soarin' through the air
During your moments of triumphant success


I'll be your solid ground
I will provide unwavering support and stability in your life


Take every chance you dare
Take risks and pursue opportunities without hesitation


I'll still be there
My constant support and love will remain present in your life


When you come back down
Even in your inevitable moments of failure or hardship, I will always be there to lift you back up


I'll keep lookin' up, waitin' your return
I will always be eagerly anticipating your return to my life


My greatest fear will be that you will crash and burn
My biggest worry is that you will experience a major failure or setback


And I won't feel your fire
If you struggle and lose motivation, it will be difficult for me to feel inspired and motivated as well


I'll be the other hand that always holds the line
I will be your constant support system, always there to hold you up when you need it most


Connectin' in between your sweet heart and mine
Our hearts will always be connected, even if we are physically apart


I'm strung out on that wire
I am completely committed and devoted to you and our relationship


And I'll be on the other end, to hear you when you call
No matter what, I will always be there for you when you need me


Angel, you were born to fly, and if you get too high
You were destined for great things, and though you may achieve amazing heights, there is always a possibility of falling


I'll catch you when you fall
I will be there to support and catch you if you ever stumble or fail


Your memory's the sunshine every new day brings
Even when we are apart, my memories of you bring light and happiness to my life


I know the sky is calling
I am aware that you have a great destiny to fulfill, and I support your journey towards that end


Angel, let me help you with your wings
Let me provide you with the assistance and support you need to achieve your goals and live your dreams


Take every chance you dare
Pursue opportunities fearlessly and without hesitation


I'll still be there
I will never abandon you or leave your side, no matter what life brings our way


When you come back down
No matter where you go or how high you soar, I will be there to welcome you home with open arms




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Bluewater Music Corp.
Written by: Daniel J. O'Keefe, Timothy Page O'Brien

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@sungyultaylor1354

THIS IS REAL MUSIC RIGHT HERE. Nothing short of a timeless masterpiece.

@amyroberts30

Agreed,,,,beautiful melody and lyrics.

@annec4019

ten years later and i am still loving this

@KissyAdair

A little more than 10 years. Lol. This song came out in 2000 or 2001.

@anhumblemessengerofthelawo3858

the very timeless of things

@anhumblemessengerofthelawo3858

@KissyAdair um, they first heard it ten years ago; they didn't hear it when it came out. very complex!

@KissyAdair

@An Humble Messenger of the Law of One Um, I knew what they meant. I was just giving information. "vErY cOmPlEx."

@marleydubbs2021

Me too

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@thyiconic5320

Years later and this song never ceases to give me chills.

@sparkymist

Every dang time, I so miss music like this. I keep introducing this to my kids, my two year old loves it and dances all the time...just told my wife a little while ago that we have to pass this down to our generation or this type of music will be lost.

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