All The Way Down
Glen Hasard & Marketa Irglova Lyrics
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Down upon my knees
(and) You have broken me, all the way now
You'll be the last, you'll see
(and) Some fight you gave
When I pushed you away
(and) In the morning
When you turn in
I'll be far to sea
(and) You have broken me, all the way down
You'll be the last, you'll see
(and) What chance have we got
When you missed every shot
From me
(and) In the morning
When you turn in
I'll be out of reach
(and) In the darkness
When you find this
I'll be far to sea
(and) You have broken me, all the way down
You'll be the last, you'll see
The lyrics to Glen Hasard & Marketa Irglova's song "All the way down" describe a person who has been brought to their knees and broken down by someone else. The singer is addressing the person who caused their pain directly, telling them that they have been broken all the way down. The line "you'll be the last, you'll see" suggests that the person who caused the pain will soon realize the extent of the damage they have caused.
The second verse speaks to a fight that occurred between the singer and the person who caused their pain. Even when the singer pushed the other person away, they still fought for the relationship. However, the singer then declares that they will be "far to sea" once the morning comes and the other person turns in (suggesting they will be gone and unreachable). The third verse continues with the theme of distance, describing how the singer will be out of reach when the other person turns in for the night. The final verse speaks to the loneliness the singer is feeling, stating that even when the other person discovers their loneliness ("when you find this"), they will still be "far to sea" and unreachable.
The lyrics of "All the way down" speak to the heartache of a relationship that has ended, and the pain that comes with being hurt by someone you love. The imagery of distance and separation communicates the sense of loss and finality that often accompanies the end of a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
You have broken me, all the way down
The singer is expressing that they have been broken emotionally and mentally by the actions of someone else.
Down upon my knees
The singer is emphasizing the extent to which they have been broken by using a physical position that connotes surrender and defeat.
You'll be the last, you'll see
The singer is indicating that the person who broke them will regret it in the end and they will be the last person to witness the singer's downfall.
Some fight you gave
The artist acknowledges that the other person tried to fight for the relationship, but ultimately the push and pull was too much and they drifted apart.
When I pushed you away
The artist takes responsibility for their actions in the relationship and recognizes that they played a role in its breakdown.
From me
The singer notes that the other person's efforts were not enough to save the relationship despite trying their best.
In the morning
The singer is referring to a new day, or a new beginning, where they will be able to move on from the past.
When you turn in
The artist is addressing the other person directly, noting that they will be at a different place emotionally when the other person is still stuck in the past.
I'll be far to sea
The artist is using a metaphor to indicate that they will be far away from the other person, emotionally and perhaps physically.
What chance have we got
The artist is questioning the chances of the relationship succeeding given the history of the push and pull and the emotional distress caused by both parties.
When you missed every shot
The singer is acknowledging that both they and the other person tried to salvage the relationship, but ultimately they both missed the mark.
In the darkness
The artist is referring to a time of uncertainty and confusion, possibly representing the chaotic emotions that come with a breakup.
When you find this
The singer is again addressing the other person directly, indicating that they will come across the singer's feelings at some point in the future.
I'll be far to sea
The singer repeats the metaphor, emphasizing that they will be far away from the other person emotionally and perhaps physically.
Contributed by Alexander M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@sentinel_Alphacentauri
One of my most favourite and memorable films of all time..the final scene where Marketa is playing her new Piano, thinking of Glen ..as the view zooms out from the apartment
@fredericokeyser5628
Marketa's voice is angelic and proud so beautiful
@benbeck1
Such great chemistry between Glen and Markéta, this song is beautiful!
@craigenputtock
What a pretty natural voice!
@jewelmorgan6315
So pure and fragile! In every aspect! It shows that good music dont need much! BeYOUtiful!
@sommerseeflimmern
I love to see them together
@roneehannon5447
I thought for sure these 2 would be married and live happily ever after !! Love them both !! See you March 24 , 2018 in DC !!
@cichawoda1599
Lovely voices lovely song ❤️❤️
@DRION57
Любя других хочется и своё любить и лелеять, дорожа каждым моментом жизни и творчества! 😢счастья вам!
@shellbobs1087
Beautiful