Rehab
Down (Phil Anselmo) Lyrics
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Lay me low.
Head burning drunk.
I don't need none
That's right man I'm fine
But what I've got to know,
My eyes are blind
To almost everything you see.
And I'm drowning through sorrow
You recognize me
Be me for a change (fucked)
Under the silk,
In a box of pine,
And that's dying
Not a single other life
Ever will have felt my price
Is it worth the risk to be revived?
And I'm dying, I'm hollow
It won't deny me
Be me for a change (fucked)
On the last day
They'll take it all away
On and outta my mind
Gimme some medicine
And I'm drowning through sorrow
It won't deny me
Be me for a change (fucked)
Yeah, one more time
Long day kill me long
The lyrics of Down's song Rehab hint at the struggle with addiction and the resulting struggle with one's own self-esteem. The opening line "Long day lay me low" highlights the exhaustion and defeat that comes with battling addiction. The reference to being "head burning drunk" suggests an attempt at self-medication to relieve the pain of addiction. However, the line "I don't need none" combined with "that's right man I'm fine" highlights the shame and denial that often accompany addiction.
The lines "But what I've got to know, is have I wasted time?" suggests regret and self-doubt over past actions leading to addiction. The words "my eyes are blind to almost everything you see" and "and I'm drowning through sorrow" add to the sense of isolation and desperation. The lyric "Be me for a change (fucked)" is a plea to others to understand the depth of the struggle with addiction.
The lyrics "On the last day they'll take it all away" suggest a fear of losing one's life to addiction and the potential ultimate sacrifice. "Gimme some medicine" highlights the reliance on drugs to survive both physical cravings and the emotional turmoil of addiction. The repeated line "It won't deny me, Be me for a change" implies that the singer wishes to be recognized and understood by others, particularly those who haven't struggled with addiction.
Line by Line Meaning
Long day lay me low.
I've had a tiring day that has brought me down both physically and emotionally.
Lay me low.
I feel defeated and need a break from the world.
Head burning drunk.
I'm intoxicated and my mind is racing with thoughts and emotions.
I don't need none
I don't need drugs or alcohol to numb my pain because I'm already struggling with addiction.
That's right man I'm fine
I'm telling myself and others that I'm okay, even though I know I'm not.
But what I've got to know,
I'm questioning whether my struggles and mistakes have been worth it.
Is have I wasted time?
I'm wondering if my life has been a waste because of my addiction and its consequences.
My eyes are blind
My judgment is clouded and I can't see the damage and pain I'm causing myself and others.
To almost everything you see.
I'm oblivious to the truth and reality of my addiction and its negative effects.
And I'm drowning through sorrow
I'm consumed by my sadness and can't find a way out of it due to my addiction.
You recognize me
Others can see the damage my addiction is causing and how much I'm struggling.
Be me for a change (fucked)
I want to escape from myself and the painful reality of my addiction, even if it means damaging myself in other ways.
Under the silk,
I'm contemplating death and dying because of the despair and hopelessness I feel due to my addiction.
In a box of pine,
I'm imagining my own funeral and how my addiction has led me to this point.
And that's dying
Ultimately, my addiction is killing me, physically and emotionally.
Not a single other life
No one else will experience the same pain, loss, and consequences that I have due to my addiction.
Ever will have felt my price
No one else will understand the true cost, both emotionally and monetarily, that my addiction has brought upon me.
Is it worth the risk to be revived?
I'm questioning whether my life is worth fighting for and if I should try to overcome my addiction, even though it's a difficult and risky road.
And I'm dying, I'm hollow
My addiction has left me feeling dead inside and hopeless, with no sense of purpose or joy in life.
It won't deny me
My addiction won't let go of its hold on me, no matter how much I try to resist it.
On the last day
When I'm facing death, all other problems and worries will fade away and seem insignificant.
They'll take it all away
All my possessions, accomplishments, and mistakes will be erased when I die.
On and outta my mind
I'm losing my grip on reality and my addiction is taking over my thoughts and actions.
Gimme some medicine
I'm searching for a quick fix or escape from my addiction, even though I know it won't solve the root problem.
It won't deny me
My addiction will always be a part of me and won't let go easily.
Be me for a change (fucked)
I want to be someone else, anyone else, just to escape from the pain and struggle of my addiction.
Yeah, one more time
Despite my doubts and struggles, I'm still clinging to the hope that I can overcome my addiction and find a better life.
Long day kill me long
All of my struggles and pain are dragging me down and taking a toll on my life and well-being.
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Long day lay me low
Instrumental
Lay me low
Head burning drunk
I don't need none
That's right man I'm fine
But what I've got to know
Is have I wasted time?
My eyes are blind
To almost everything you see
And I'm drowning through sorrow
You recognize me
Be me for a change (fucked)
Under the silk
In a box of pine
And that's dying
Not a single other life
Ever will have felt my price
Is it worth the risk to be revived?
And I'm dying, I'm hollow
It won't deny me
Be me for a change (fucked)
How long will I stay?
They'll take the pain away
On and outta my mind
Gimme some medicine
Instrumental
And I'm drowning through sorrow
It won't deny me
Be me for a change (fucked)
Yeah, one more time
Long day kill me long
Stoned Meadow Of Doom
Anyone who criticizes Phil's vocal work has clearly never heard this song..and is also clearly suffering from head in ass syndrome. Best song on one of the greatest Metal albums ever made. NEEDS MORE COWBELL
Nube DelDesierto
Certainly
Kirandas R
Bro CFH Phil can sing beter than most of these pretentious expert pricks ,can hit high and low tones better than them. Cemetery Gates, Medicine Man, Shattered ..
Aaron Wheeler
I agree. These guys are nice af
Jeremy James
Have you ever seen Pantera live after 1996? If so you'd know Phil can't sing live like he does on records. He skips whole lines, because hes winded.
bkn4
He had an amazing high range soulful voice at one time
Alessandro Muraro
Totally underestimated this record when it came out... now I find it great... better late then never I suppose
Adam Q
No matter where I am or what I'm doing, this song always gets me pumped 🙂👍
Brandon Grissett
Downs most underrated song
RED4UM
Shouts out to my uncle buddy for putting me on some good music!! Now this is what I call real music. Nice and original 🔥