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Upside Down
Paloma Faith Lyrics


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Angels watching over me
With smiles upon their face
'Cause I have made it through this far
In an unforgiving place
It feels sometimes this hill's too steep
For a girl like me to climb
But I must knock those thoughts right down
I'll do it in my own time

I don't care (care, care)
I'm halfway there (go there)
On a road that leads me straight to who knows where

I'll tell you what (I'll tell you what)
What I have found (what I have found)
That I'm no fool (that I'm no fool)
I'm just upside down (just upside down)
Ain't got no cares (ain't got no cares)
I ain't got no rules (ain't got no rules)
I think I like (I think I like)
Living upside down (living upside down)

Watching people scurry by
Rushing to and fro
Oh, this world is such a crazy place
It's all about the go, go, go
Sometimes life can taste so sweet
When you slow it down
You start to see the world a little differently
When you turn it upside down

I don't care (care, care)
I'm halfway there (no way)
And I'm just soaking up magic in the air

I'll tell you what (I'll tell you what)
What I have found (what I have found)
That I'm no fool (that I'm no fool)
I'm just upside down (just upside down)
Ain't got no cares (ain't got no cares)
I ain't got no rules (ain't got no rules)
I think I like (I think I like)
Living upside down (living upside down)

(Woa, woa, woa)
You got to slow it down (yeah, yeah, yeah)
And then you pick it up (woa, yey, yo)
Come on and try a little topsy-turvy back
To front the right way round
Take it slow, slow, slow (you gotta pick it up)
Yeah, yeah, yeah (let me see you slow it down)
Hey, yo, yo (tell me something, something)

I'll tell you what (I'll tell you what)
What I have found (what I have found)
That I'm no fool (that I'm no fool)
I'm just upside down (just upside down)
Ain't got no cares (ain't got no cares)
I ain't got no rules (ain't got no rules)
I think I like (I think I like)
Living upside down (living upside down)
I'll tell you what (I'll tell you what)
What I have found (what I have found)
That I'm no fool (that I'm no fool)
I'm just upside down (just upside down)
Ain't got no cares (ain't got no cares)
I ain't got no rules (ain't got no rules)
I think I like (I think I like)
Living upside down (living upside down)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Paloma Faith's song "Upside Down" describe the singer's positive outlook on life and her ability to conquer challenges despite her doubts. She acknowledges the presence of angels watching over her and their support as she navigates through an unforgiving world. Despite feeling overwhelmed and doubtful at times, she asserts her determination to overcome obstacles, but only on her own terms and at her own pace. The chorus emphasizes her carefree, daring spirit as she declares her preference for living "upside down," free from rules and constraints.


The second verse describes the chaotic bustle of everyday life and the way it can be overwhelming. She encourages listeners to slow down and take time to appreciate the world around them, emphasizing the benefits of changing one's perspective and seeing the world from a different angle. The bridge encourages listeners to embrace the topsy-turvy world, with the instrumentation rising in energy and the chorus repeated with a greater sense of urgency.


Overall, the song is an upbeat and optimistic message to embrace life to the fullest and live fearlessly, even if it means turning everything "upside down."


Line by Line Meaning

Angels watching over me With smiles upon their face 'Cause I have made it through this far In an unforgiving place
Despite the harsh environment, I have persevered with the help of some divine guidance


It feels sometimes this hill's too steep For a girl like me to climb But I must knock those thoughts right down I'll do it in my own time
Although the path ahead may seem difficult, I am capable of overcoming those obstacles and will do so at my own pace


I don't care (care, care) I'm halfway there (go there) On a road that leads me straight to who knows where
I am indifferent to the destination and instead focus on the journey and where it takes me


Watching people scurry by Rushing to and fro Oh, this world is such a crazy place It's all about the go, go, go
The world can be chaotic and fast-paced, but I choose to slow down and view it with a different perspective


Sometimes life can taste so sweet When you slow it down You start to see the world a little differently When you turn it upside down
By changing my outlook on life and flipping it upside down, I can appreciate it in a new, refreshing way


I'll tell you what (I'll tell you what) What I have found (what I have found) That I'm no fool (that I'm no fool) I'm just upside down (just upside down)
I am not foolish for seeing the world from an unconventional angle


Ain't got no cares (ain't got no cares) I ain't got no rules (ain't got no rules) I think I like (I think I like) Living upside down (living upside down)
Living life upside down allows me to be free from constraints and operate with a renewed sense of freedom




Lyrics © Global Talent Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jos Hartwig Jorgensen, Paloma Faith, Belle Sara Humble, Andy Love

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@frogfrig

Angels watching over me
With smiles upon their face
Cause I have made it through this far
In an unforgiving place
It feels sometimes this hill's too steep
For a girl like me to climb
But I must knock those thoughts right down
I'll do it in my own time

I don't care
I'm halfway there
On a road that leads me straight to who knows where

(refrão)
I tell you what
What I have found
That I'm no fool
I'm just upside down
Ain't got no cares
I ain't got no rules
I think I like
Living upside down

Watching people scurry by
Rushing to and fro
Oh this world is such a crazy place
It's all about the go go go
Sometimes life can taste so sweet
When you slow it down
You start to see the world a little differently
When you turn it upside down

I don't care
I'm halfway there
And I'm just soaking up the magic in the air

I tell you what
What I have found
That I'm no fool
I'm just upside down
Ain't got no cares
I ain't got no rules
I think I like
Living upside down

Whoa whoa whoa
You gotta slow it down
Yeah yeah yeah
But then pick it up
Whoa yeah whoa
Come on and try a little topsy turvy back to front the right way round
Take it slow, slow, slow (you gotta pick it up)
Yeah, yeah, yeah (let me see you slow it down)
Hey yo, yo, yo (tell me something something)

I tell you what
What I have found
That I'm no fool
I'm just upside down
Ain't got no cares
I ain't got no rules
I think I like
Living upside down

I tell you what
What I have found
That I'm no fool
I'm just upside down
Ain't got no cares
I ain't got no rules
I think I like
Living upside down



@mateocivello1222

Angels watching over me with smiles upon their face
Coz I have made it through this far in an unforgiving place

It feels sometimes this is too steep for a girl like me to climb
But I must knock those guards right down I do it in my own time

I don't care (care care)
I'm half way there (nowhere)
On a road that leads me to straight to who knows where

I tell you what (I tell you what)
What I have found (What I have found)
That I'm no fool (That I'm no fool)
I'm just upside down (Just upside down)

Ain't got no pain (Ain't got no pain)
I aint got no rules (Aint got no rules)
I think I like (I think I like)
Living upside down (Living upside down)

Watchin people scurry by rushing to and fro
Oh this world is such a crazy place it's all about the go go go

Sometimes life can taste so sweet When you slow it down
You start to see the world a little differently
When you turn it upside down

I don't care (care care)
I'm half way there (nowhere)
And I'm just soaking up the magic in the air

I tell you what (I tell you what)
What I have found (What I have found)
That I'm no fool (That I'm no fool)
I'm just upside down (Just upside down)

Ain't got no pain (Ain't got no pain)
I aint got no rules (Aint got no rules)
I think I like (I think I like)
Living upside down (Living upside down)

(Whoa Whoa Whoa)
You gotta slow it down
(Yeah Yeah Yeah)
But then you pick it up
(Whoa Yeah Whoa)
C'mon and try a little topsy-turvy back-to-front the right way round
Take it slow slow slow (You gotta pick it up)
Yeah Yeah Yeah (See you slow it down)
Yo Yo Yo (Tell me something something)

I tell you what (I tell you what)
What I have found (What I have found)
That I'm no fool (That I'm no fool)
I'm just upside down (Just upside down)

Ain't got no pain (Ain't got no pain)
I aint got no rules (Aint got no rules)
I think I like (I think I like)
Living upside down (Living upside down)

I tell you what (I tell you what)
What I have found (What I have found)
That I'm no fool (That I'm no fool)
I'm just upside down (Just upside down)

Ain't got no pain (Ain't got no pain)
I aint got no rules (Aint got no rules)
I think I like (I think I like)
Living upside down (Living upside down)



@user-jv7hm9sq4z

Angels watching over me
With smiles upon their face
'Cause I have made it through this far
In an unforgiving place
It feels sometimes this hill's too steep
For a girl like me to climb
But I must knock those thoughts right down
I'll do it in my own time

[Pre-Chorus]
I don't care (care, care)
I'm halfway there (go there)
On a road that leads me straight to who knows where

[Chorus]
I'll tell you what (I'll tell you what)
What I have found (what I have found)
That I'm no fool (that I'm no fool)
I'm just upside down (just upside down)
Ain't got no cares (ain't got no cares)
I ain't got no rules (ain't got no rules)
I think I like (I think I like)
Living upside down (living upside down)

[Verse 2]
Watching people scurry by
Rushing to and fro
Oh, this world is such a crazy place
It's all about the go, go, go
Sometimes life can taste so sweet
When you slow it down
You start to see the world a little differently
When you turn it upside down

[Pre-Chorus]
I don't care (care, care)
I'm halfway there (no way)
And I'm just soaking up magic in the air

[Chorus]
I'll tell you what (I'll tell you what)
What I have found (what I have found)
That I'm no fool (that I'm no fool)
I'm just upside down (just upside down)
Ain't got no cares (ain't got no cares)
I ain't got no rules (ain't got no rules)
I think I like (I think I like)
Living upside down (living upside down)

[Bridge]
(Woa, woa, woa)
You got to slow it down (yeah, yeah, yeah)
And then you pick it up (woa, yey, yo)
Come on and try a little topsy-turvy back
To front the right way round
Take it slow, slow, slow (you gotta pick it up)
Yeah, yeah, yeah (let me see you slow it down)
Hey, yo, yo (tell me something, something)

[Chorus]
I'll tell you what (I'll tell you what)
What I have found (what I have found)
That I'm no fool (that I'm no fool)
I'm just upside down (just upside down)
Ain't got no cares (ain't got no cares)
I ain't got no rules (ain't got no rules)
I think I like (I think I like)
Living upside down (living upside down)
I'll tell you what (I'll tell you what)
What I have found (what I have found)
That I'm no fool (that I'm no fool)
I'm just upside down (just upside down)
Ain't got no cares (ain't got no cares)
I ain't got no rules (ain't got no rules)
I think I like (I think I like)
Living upside down (living upside down)
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All comments from YouTube:

@sff2001

I love the fact that she's so expressive. she reminds of 1950s Hollywood actresses, who could dance, sing and act! Go Paloma!

@dott8348

Oh she does

@seanbenstead7650

She is an absolute legend love her music

@demonoiac2975

Because Paloma probably wants to have fun in her life by being creative. I don't blame her.

@theHelianthusCorps

I love her and have for years. But either the choreographer did her SO dirty or she just cannot dance. Doesn't change the fact she's an amazing singer tho.

@Imadginerrr

@Dott I’m I’m 😮

@user-qd4zc4iv6s

When I was younger, my school performed this song in a play and ever since then I’ve had this song in my head from time to time without knowing what it was called or who sung it. I’ve always tried to search it up just by the lyrics but I’ve never managed to find it until today! It makes me happy to hear it again 😂

@yasu_6th

awww

@ragavk5700

❤️❤️❤️❤️

@niasdreams1536

Same here

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