Deep Down Low
Chely Wright Lyrics

Everybody says don't lose your head
People often advise not to get too carried away with your emotions.

You gotta keep that pretty smile upon your face
Society expects individuals to put on a happy face and hide their true emotions.

Well I did that for awhile but it just was not my style
The singer tried to conform to society's expectations but realized it didn't fit with her personality.

I kept endin' up in that forbidden place
Despite trying to keep up a happy facade, the artist found herself in a dark place emotionally.

I'm a happy woman but when I get knocked to the ground
The artist generally considers herself a happy person, but sometimes struggles with difficult times.

I invite the blues to come around
During difficult times the singer allows herself to feel her emotions, including sadness and sorrow.

So don't be afraid to cry get down as far as you can go
The singer encourages others to explore their emotions and not be afraid to delve into their deepest feelings.

Let the river rage on by and the wind blow
The artist encourages others to let their feelings flow freely and naturally, without trying to fight them or hide them.

If you pay your dues in darkness
Going through difficult times is a necessary part of life and can help individuals appreciate the good times more fully.

You'll appreciate the light
Experiencing hardships can help individuals better appreciate moments of joy and happiness.

Cause a deep down low makes level feel so high
Going through tough times can make individuals feel even more grateful and happy when things return to normal.

I put on the saddest song ignore the telephone
During difficult times the artist seeks out sad music and avoids distractions like phone calls.

I go ahead and cry the make-up from my eyes
The singer allows herself to cry and express her pain, even if it means removing her makeup.

I let my mind play tricks and then
The singer allows herself to get lost in her thoughts and emotions.

I let it fool me once again
The singer sometimes gets consumed by negative thoughts and forgets that brighter days are ahead.

Into thinkin' that I'll never be alright
During difficult times the artist sometimes doubts that things will ever get better.

Then when I'm no longer crazy and I'm back to my old self
After experiencing difficult times the artist eventually returns to a more stable emotional state.

I realize how good I've always felt
Once the difficult times have passed the singer has a better appreciation for the good times that have always been there.

Let yourself go under
The singer encourages others to allow themselves to fully experience their emotions, even the painful ones.

Touch the bottom of the pool
The artist encourages others to explore the depths of their emotions and not simply skim the surface.

Ain't it strange and don't you wonder
The artist wonders at the mysterious nature of emotions and the way they can affect us deeply.

How you always come back up and it's so cool
Certainly exploring your emotions can lead to difficult times but after weathering the storm the artist is amazed at how quickly things can return to a more stable state.