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Getting Down
The Kills Lyrics


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It's going on 5, I want you to know
My spirit's alive, I want you to know
I'm getting down with the awkward moments
I'm getting down with the sour kiss
I'm getting down with the rumors in the back of the car
I'm getting down with it

On, on, on, on ah...on, on, on, on ah...
On, on, on, on ah...on, on, on, on ah...

Signal when you get to the top
Signal when you want me
When you want me to stop
We could, we could crash
We could, we could burn burn
We could take it
We could we could
Take it take it in turns
Getting down

On, on, on, on ah...on, on, on, on ah...
On, on, on, on ah...on, on, on, on ah...

I'm getting down with your new vocation
I'm getting down with your cute cut wrist
I'm getting down with your kisses and cross-stitches on it
I'm getting down with it

Here's a message from my old coat pocket
My spirit's alive and I want you to know
I'm getting down with the young drunk lovers
I'm getting down with the one-way pact
I'm getting down with the city and the pity of it
I'm getting down with it

On, on, on, on ah...on, on, on, on ah...
On, on, on, on ah...on, on, on, on ah...
On, on, on, on ah...on, on, on, on ah...
On, on, on, on ah...on, on, on, on ah...

Overall Meaning

The Kills' "Getting Down" is a song about embracing the messy and the awkward moments in life. The lyrics describe the singer's willingness to "get down" with various situations, both good and bad. The repeated refrain of "on, on, on" suggests a sense of momentum and perseverance, while the lyrics about crashing and burning suggest a willingness to take risks and accept consequences.


The first verse sets the tone for the song, with the singer declaring that their "spirit's alive" and that they're embracing the awkward moments and sour kisses. The second verse adds more specific imagery, with references to "your new vocation," "your cute cut wrist," and "your kisses and cross-stitches." These images suggest a relationship that's both intense and complicated, with a mix of pleasure and pain.


The third verse introduces a new element, with a message from the singer's old coat pocket. This message reinforces the idea that the singer is willing to take risks and embrace a variety of experiences, including "young drunk lovers," "one-way pacts," and the "city and the pity of it." These images suggest a sense of adventure and a willingness to explore the darker corners of life.


Overall, "Getting Down" is a song about living life to the fullest, even when that means embracing the messy and the awkward. The song's energy and momentum make it a powerful anthem for anyone who's willing to take risks and embrace the unknown.


Line by Line Meaning

It's going on 5, I want you to know
I want you to know that it's early morning and I'm still awake


My spirit's alive, I want you to know
I want you to know that I'm feeling very much alive and energetic


I'm getting down with the awkward moments
I'm embracing the uncomfortable or difficult moments


I'm getting down with the sour kiss
I'm accepting the bitter or unpleasant aspects of a romantic relationship


I'm getting down with the rumors in the back of the car
I'm accepting and not bothered by the gossip or rumors about me being spread among friends


Signal when you get to the top
Let me know when you achieve success or reach your goals


Signal when you want me
Let me know when you need my assistance or support


When you want me to stop
Tell me if you need me to back off, give you space or stop doing something


We could, we could crash
We could potentially fail or make a mistake


We could, we could burn burn
We could take a risky or dangerous action


We could take it
We have the ability to handle it, whatever it may be


We could we could
We have options


Take it take it in turns
Let's take turns in making decisions, taking risks, or being vulnerable


I'm getting down with your new vocation
I'm supportive and excited for your new career path


I'm getting down with your cute cut wrist
I'm accepting and not judging your physical scars or emotional wounds


I'm getting down with your kisses and cross-stitches on it
I'm appreciating the romantic gestures and the effort put into them


Here's a message from my old coat pocket
I found an old message or memory that I want to share with you


I'm getting down with the young drunk lovers
I'm accepting and not judging the reckless behavior of young people in love


I'm getting down with the one-way pact
I'm accepting and committed to a one-sided or unbalanced relationship or agreement


I'm getting down with the city and the pity of it
I'm accepting and embracing the hardships, sorrow and frustration of living in a big city


I'm getting down with it
Overall, I'm embracing and accepting all the good and the bad in life




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RAASHAUN CASEY, DENNIS JOYNER, E LOMAX, CHRISTOPHER SANFORD, EARL SIMMONS, RENAN THYBULLE

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