Upside Down
Gareth Davies-Jones Lyrics
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You're turning me
You're giving love instinctively
Around and 'round you're turning me
[Chorus]
Upside down
Boy, you turn me
And 'round and 'round
Upside down
Boy, you turn me
Inside out
And 'round and 'round
Instinctively you give to me
The love that I need
I cherish the moments with you
Respectfully I say to thee
I'm aware that you're cheating
When no one makes me feel like you do
[Chorus]
I know you got charm and appeal
You always play the field
I'm crazy you are mine
As long as the sun continues to shine
There's a place in my heart for you
That's the bottom-line
[Chorus]
Instinctively you give to me
The love that I need
I cherish the moments with you
Respectfully I say to thee
I'm aware that you're cheating
But no one makes me feel like you do
[Chorus: x3]
Upside down you're turning me
You're giving love instinctively
Around and 'round you're turning me
I say to thee respectfully
Upside down you're turning me
You're giving love instinctively
Around and 'round you're turning me
I say to thee respectfully
I said, upside down you're turning me
You're giving love instinctively
Around and 'round you're turning me
I say to thee respectfully
Upside down you're turning me
You're giving love instinctively
Around and 'round you're turning me
I say to thee respectfully
Upside down you're turning me
The lyrics to "Upside Down" by Gareth Davies-Jones describe a complicated love affair in which the singer is aware that their partner is cheating on them, yet they cannot resist the love and charm that their partner offers. The singer is being figuratively turned upside down by their partner's actions and words, simultaneously feeling joyful from the love given instinctively while feeling disoriented from the cheating. The chorus repeats the phrase "Upside down, boy, you turn me inside out, and 'round and 'round," emphasizing the singer's confusion and disorientation.
The song's verses highlight the singer's conflicting feelings. They love the moments they share with their partner while always being aware of the infidelity. The singer acknowledges their partner's charm and appeal while being hurt by their actions. Ultimately, the singer confesses their unconditional love for their partner and their willingness to stay in the relationship despite the obstacles.
Overall, "Upside Down" is a song about the complexity of love and the willingness to endure heartbreak for the sake of a relationship. The lyrics evoke conflicting emotions of joy and pain, love and hurt, and ultimately, acceptance and forgiveness.
Line by Line Meaning
I said upside down
I expressed the feeling of being turned upside down
You're turning me
You're making me feel disoriented and confused
You're giving love instinctively
Your actions towards me are driven by natural instincts of love
Around and 'round you're turning me
You're making me feel like everything is spiraling out of control
Upside down
Boy, you turn me
Inside out
And 'round and 'round
You have turned my world inside out and I can't escape the constant cycle of being turned around
Instinctively you give to me
The love that I need
Your love towards me comes naturally and it fulfills my needs
I cherish the moments with you
I treasure the time we spend together
Respectfully I say to thee
I'm aware that you're cheating
I respectfully acknowledge that you are unfaithful to me
When no one makes me feel like you do
Despite your infidelity, no one else can make me feel the way you do
I know you got charm and appeal
You always play the field
I am aware of your attractive qualities and your tendency to engage in multiple romantic relationships
I'm crazy you are mine
As long as the sun continues to shine
There's a place in my heart for you
That's the bottom-line
I may be insane for staying with you, but as long as we are together, there will always be a place for you in my heart
Upside down you're turning me
You are still making me feel disoriented and confused
I say to thee respectfully
I still acknowledge and address you with respect
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Written by: Bernard Edwards, Nile Gregory Rodgers
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