Get Down
311 Lyrics


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I got this great idea about why I got stuck in reverse
I was so out of control it just got worse
I hope you got more sense than I, side step the curse
I don't know which came first
In the spiral threatening my survival
It's come, time to get down

It's time to get down
Boots to the ground
Know we don't stop 'til they hear the bell sound
Keep your head up
Cause the truth just cut
No quick fix when I'm caught in a rut
What I got to do to get right size
Think I'm despised when I look through the eyes
Of another
Not mine to discover
What the next man think is none of my fucking business

And then I say what is this
Illusion I can't fix it
You name it, hey
The story stays the same
Any trouble you can name
Just goes straight into accepted
You name it, hey

It's time to get down
To the ground
So simple yet profound
In the now
Is why we're here
Inspiration
I've been waiting all my life
I'm set free, it's happened
I won't look back and think twice
It's how it's meant to be
Something's happened
A sudden slap in the right place
In my face, I thank you
You always came through for me
It's how it's meant to be

Gonna get down because I can't stay high
All of the time, cause I see the sign
So I re-align with an open mind
Adamant and circumvent
I get by every night and day
Get by with my comfort way
An Open space to an open way
I just unwind, I just unwind

And then I say what is this
Illusion I can't fix it
You name it, hey
The story stays the same
Any trouble you can name
Just goes straight into accepted
You name it, hey

It's time to get down
To the ground
So simple yet profound
In the now
Is why we're here

Inspiration
I've been waiting all my life
I'm set free, it's happened
I won't look back and think twice
It's how it's meant to be
Something's happened
A sudden slap in the right place
In my face, I thank you




You always came through for me
It's how it's meant to be

Overall Meaning

The song "Get Down" by 311 is about recognizing when one is on a dangerous path and actively making the choice to get off that path and move forward toward positivity and growth. The lyrics express regret for being out of control, but also a determination to change for the better. The chorus urges the listener to "get down" and get back to reality, to deal with any troubles and move forward with inspiration and an open mind.


The lyrics reference feeling stuck in reverse and caught in a spiral, indicating a sense of being trapped and unable to move forward. The verses also touch on the idea of not worrying about the opinions of others and focusing on one's own journey. The line "any trouble you can name just goes straight into accepted" suggests that problems can be overwhelming and feel insurmountable, but it's important to face them head-on and not simply give up.


Overall, the song "Get Down" is a call to action and an uplifting message to anyone feeling stuck or lost. It encourages the listener to take charge of their own life and move forward toward a better future.


Line by Line Meaning

I got this great idea about why I got stuck in reverse
I've figured out why I've been stuck and unable to move forward


I was so out of control it just got worse
My lack of self-control made things worse


I hope you got more sense than I, side step the curse
I hope you're smarter than me and can avoid making the same mistakes


I don't know which came first
I'm not sure which problem caused the spiral I'm in


In the spiral threatening my survival
I'm caught in a dangerous cycle that's putting my life at risk


It's come, time to get down
It's time to face reality and make changes


Boots to the ground
I need to take action and get to work


Know we don't stop 'til they hear the bell sound
We're not stopping until we've achieved our goals


Keep your head up
Stay positive


Cause the truth just cut
Facing the truth can be painful


No quick fix when I'm caught in a rut
There's no easy solution when I'm stuck in a difficult situation


What I got to do to get right size
What do I need to do to get back on track?


Think I'm despised when I look through the eyes
I feel like people see me as a failure


Of another
Of someone else


Not mine to discover
It's not my responsibility to figure out what others think


What the next man think is none of my fucking business
I shouldn't worry about what others think of me


And then I say what is this
I question what's happening


Illusion I can't fix it
I can't fix a problem that isn't real


You name it, hey
There are endless problems and issues


The story stays the same
The same problems keep happening


Any trouble you can name
There are too many problems to list


Just goes straight into accepted
I've learned to accept the problems instead of fixing them


It's time to get down
It's time to face reality and make changes


To the ground
I need to get serious and work hard


So simple yet profound
The solution is simple but powerful


In the now
I need to focus on the present moment


Is why we're here
Living in the present moment is the purpose of life


Inspiration
I finally feel motivated and inspired


I've been waiting all my life
I've been waiting for this moment for a long time


I'm set free, it's happened
I finally feel free and unburdened


I won't look back and think twice
I won't dwell on the past or second-guess myself


It's how it's meant to be
This is how things were meant to happen


Something's happened
A positive change has occurred


A sudden slap in the right place
A wake-up call that came at the perfect time


In my face, I thank you
I'm grateful for this wake-up call


You always came through for me
I've been saved by the unexpected


Gonna get down because I can't stay high
I need to be practical and realistic


All of the time, cause I see the sign
I see the warning signs and know that things need to change


So I re-align with an open mind
I'm willing to change my mindset to make things better


Adamant and circumvent
I'm determined to overcome obstacles


I get by every night and day
I'm doing my best to cope in difficult times


Get by with my comfort way
I've been relying on unhealthy coping mechanisms


An Open space to an open way
I'm creating new possibilities for myself


I just unwind, I just unwind
I'm able to relax and let go of stress




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: NICHOLAS HEXUM, DOUGLAS MARTINEZ, CHAD SEXTON

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@rplimo01

I got this great idea about why I got in reverse 
I was so out of control it just got worse 
I hope you got more sense than I, side step the curse 
I don't know which came first
In the spiral threatening my survival
It's come, time to get down

It's time to get down
Boots to the ground
Know we don't stop 'til they hear the bell sound
Keep your head up
Cause the truth just cut
No quick fix when I'm caught in a rut
What I got to do to get right size
Think I'm despised when I look through the eyes
Of another
Not mine to discover
What the next man think is none of my fucking business

And then I say what is this
Illusion I can't fix it
You name it, hey
The story stays the same
Any trouble you can name
Just goes straight into accepted
You name it, hey

It's time to get down
To the ground
So simple yet profound
In the now
Is why we're here
Inspiration
I've been waiting all my life
I'm set free, it's happened
I won't look back and think twice
It's how it's meant to be
Something's happened
A sudden slap in the right place
In my face, I thank you
You always came through for me
It's how it's meant to be

Gonna get down because I can't stay high
All of the time, cause I see the sign
So I re-align with an open mind
Adamant and circumvent
I get by every night and day
Get by with my comfort way
An Open space to an open way
I just unwind, I just unwind

And then I say what is this
Illusion I can't fix it
You name it, hey
The story stays the same
Any trouble you can name
Just goes straight into accepted
You name it, hey

It's time to get down
To the ground
So simple yet profound
In the now
Is why we're here

Inspiration
I've been waiting all my life
I'm set free, it's happened
I won't look back and think twice
It's how it's meant to be
Something's happened
A sudden slap in the right place
In my face, I thank you
You always came through for me
It's how it's meant to be



@rokusansangen1475

I got this great idea about why I got in stuck reverse
I was so out of control it just got worse
I hope you got more sense than I, side step the curse
I don't know which came first
In the spiral threatening my survival
It's come, time to get down
It's time to get down
Boots to the ground
Know we don't stop 'til they hear the bell sound
Keep your head up
Cause the truth just cut
No quick fix when I'm caught in a rut
What I got to do to get right size
Think I'm despised when I look through the eyes
Of another
Not mine to discover
What the next man think is
none of my fucking business
And then I say what is this
Illusion I can't fix it
You name it, hey
The story stays the same
Any trouble you can name
Just goes straight into accepted
You name it, hey
It's time to get down
To the ground
So simple yet profound
In the now
Is why we're here
Inspiration
I've been waiting all my life
I'm set free, it's happened
I won't look back and think twice
It's how it's meant to be
Something's happened
A sudden slap in the right place
In my face, I thank you
You always came through for me
It's how it's meant to be
Gonna get down because I can't stay high
All of the time, cause I see the sign
So I re-align with an open mind
Adamant and circumvent
I get by every night and day
Get by with my comfort way
An Open space to an open way
I just unwind, I just unwind
And then I say what is this
Illusion I can't fix it
You name it, hey
The story stays the same
Any trouble you can name
Just goes straight into accepted
You name it, hey
It's time to get down
To the ground
So simple yet profound
In the now
Is why we're hereInspiration
I've been waiting all my life
I'm set free, it's happened
I won't look back and think twice
It's how it's meant to be

Something's happened
A sudden slap in the right place
In my face, I thank you
You always came through for me
It's how it's meant to be



All comments from YouTube:

@danb1995

I have been a 311 fan for 20 years........this is the BESTsong EVER!!!!!!! Thank you 311!!!!!!!!

@crownstupid

What the next man think is none of my fucking business

@Lostndsurf

This is might be one of my favorite songs ever! just so good musically and lyrically so strong it really speaks to me.

@GlycerinZ

This album definitely grew on me, and it didn't take long

@Famousaeb

This band's discography can be played on shuffle, and there will not be one song where you have the urge to hit next.

@mikeymillions1486

This song always centers me whenever I lose myself. One of their best. Super underrated.

@rarebikes88

I can listen to this song all day!

@oaktubs

This song is incredible... 311 is such a rare band, they NEVER suck, and at least a few times per album they hit a few peaks which 99% of bands will never hit once...

@kenandelissabuckley

My favorite song. I await the day I see them perform this jam live. So solid!

@Lifeisbeautiful86

This song wins!!!!!!! It's so powerful yet touching and so melodic I want to just die listening to it! SA's part is just amazing I can't stop repeating it! Why is it so amazzingly beautiful and catchy and intense and everything! *sigh*..311 4 Life

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