Low
Grace Potter Lyrics
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Underneath a pair of dice
This city is a dirty jerk
But baby so is love
And we ain't kicking either one tonight
Is it too late, too late to turn around
'Cause it feels like we're already underground
I'm going down with you lover
And I'm never letting go, you know
You will never go down, never go down alone
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
Living off of love and life
'Cause I don't wanna compromise
Trouble is a dirty jerk
But baby so is love
And we ain't kicking either one tonight
'Cause it's too late, too late to turn around
Baby I'm already underground
So when you're feeling low, you know
I'm going down with you lover
And I'm never letting go, you know
You will never go down, never go down alone
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
And if we lose, lose each other
In the undertow
Baby swim, swim to the bottom
And I'll be waiting for you way down low
I'm going down with you lover
And I'm never letting go, you know
You will never go down, never go down alone
Ooh oh oh, I'm going down with you lover no I'm
I'm never letting go
Ooh oh oh, you know you will never go down
Never go down alone
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
The song "Low" by Grace Potter speaks about a difficult time in a relationship, where both parties are feeling low and out of control. The first verse sets the scene, with the singer describing a dreary city and comparing it to a harsh lover. The second verse revolves around the idea of clinging to love and refusing to compromise, even in the face of trouble. The chorus serves as a sort of comfort, with the singer promising to stay with their partner and never let them fall alone. The bridge is especially poignant, offering the image of losing each other in the undertow but making a promise to wait at the bottom.
The song is both an acknowledgement of how hard times can be and also a vow of commitment. By choosing to go down with their partner rather than abandoning them, the singer is demonstrating their love and devotion. The imagery used throughout the song is particularly strong, with the idea of being underground evocative of being buried alive or trapped in a hole. There is a sense of claustrophobia that runs throughout the song, emphasizing just how suffocating and overwhelming the situation is. Ultimately, though, the song offers a message of hope - even in the lowest moments, love can be a powerful anchor.
Line by Line Meaning
Sleeping under concrete skies
We are living in a city that is devoid of natural beauty or aesthetics
Underneath a pair of dice
Our fate is unknown as we pursue our aims without clear direction
This city is a dirty jerk
The city we are living in is unpleasant and hostile
But baby so is love
Like the city, love can be unpredictable, challenging, and hurtful
And we ain't kicking either one tonight
We're not rejecting love or the city tonight, despite their flaws
Is it too late, too late to turn around
We might be too far gone to change course or go back to a previous state
'Cause it feels like we're already underground
Our situation is bleak and we're losing hope
So when you're feeling low, you know
When you're in despair, remember that
I'm going down with you lover
I'll be by your side and share your pain
And I'm never letting go, you know
I won't abandon you
You will never go down, never go down alone
I'll always be there to support you and protect you
Living off of love and life
We're surviving on the bare minimums of human existence
'Cause I don't wanna compromise
I won't sacrifice anything vital for me, you or us
Trouble is a dirty jerk
Difficulties we face are unpleasant and unwelcome
But baby so is love
Our love may also be hurtful or betraying
And we ain't kicking either one tonight
We're sticking together tonight, through the troubly way
'Cause it's too late, too late to turn around
It may be too late to save what we have as a couple
Baby I'm already underground
I'm already consumed by the seemingly unending blues
And if we lose, lose each other
If we lose each other completely
In the undertow
Swamped by the negativities associated with such a couple life
Baby swim, swim to the bottom
Reach out to me, who awaits you at the rock bottom
And I'll be waiting for you way down low
I'm going to stand by you, even at your worst
I'm going down with you lover
I'm not letting go of your hand
And I'm never letting go, you know
I'll stick by you, come what may
You will never go down, never go down alone
You'll have me as your ally, always
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: GRACE POTTER
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ArvinRoido Atienza
Lyrics:
[Verse 1]
Sleeping under concrete skies
Underneath a paradise
This city is a dirty jerk
But baby so is love
And we ain't kicking either one tonight
Is it too late, too late to turn around?
Cause it feels like we're already underground
[Chorus]
So when you're feeling low, you know
I'm going down with you lover
And I'm never letting go, you know
You will never go down, never go down alone
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
[Verse 2]
Living off of love and life
Cause I don't wanna compromise
Trouble is a dirty jerk
But baby so is love
And we ain't kicking either one tonight
Cause it's too late, too late to turn around
Baby I'm already underground
[Chorus]
So when you're feeling low, you know
I'm going down with you lover
And I'm never letting go, you know
You will never go down, never go down alone
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
[Bridge]
And if we lose, lose each other
In the undertow
Baby swim, swim to the bottom
And I'll be waiting for you way down low
[Chorus]
I'm going down with you lover
And I'm never letting go, you know
You will never go down, never go down alone
Ooh oh oh, I'm going down with you lover no I'm
I'm never letting go
Ooh oh oh, you know you will never go down
Never go down alone
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
Heather Graham
This is my favourite song off the CD. There seems to be a lot of hate about this album because it sounds different than when she was singing with The Nocturnals, but you can't ignore the beauty of her voice.
caravanoflove4
Heather Graham It's hard to adjust when you have fallen in love one thing and then suddenly it changes...the chemistry between her and Scott was incredible, I'll truly miss it.
Joshua Kogut
If you ever see her live trust me its anything but synthpop!! One of the most rocking concerts I have ever seen. House of Blues Orlando. AMAZING.
Kelsey Cap
My favorite song off the album. I'm obsessed with Low.
Old Grizz
Grace, you are absolutely beautiful. Even in this evolution of your music to a more pop sound there is still a strong, gritty, from the bottom of the heart sound, that simply touches something deep in me. Wishing you nothing but the best in your solo endeavor. Looking forward to your future music....there is clearly so much more of you to be expressed. Thank you for sharing you
ArvinRoido Atienza
Lyrics:
[Verse 1]
Sleeping under concrete skies
Underneath a paradise
This city is a dirty jerk
But baby so is love
And we ain't kicking either one tonight
Is it too late, too late to turn around?
Cause it feels like we're already underground
[Chorus]
So when you're feeling low, you know
I'm going down with you lover
And I'm never letting go, you know
You will never go down, never go down alone
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
[Verse 2]
Living off of love and life
Cause I don't wanna compromise
Trouble is a dirty jerk
But baby so is love
And we ain't kicking either one tonight
Cause it's too late, too late to turn around
Baby I'm already underground
[Chorus]
So when you're feeling low, you know
I'm going down with you lover
And I'm never letting go, you know
You will never go down, never go down alone
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
[Bridge]
And if we lose, lose each other
In the undertow
Baby swim, swim to the bottom
And I'll be waiting for you way down low
[Chorus]
I'm going down with you lover
And I'm never letting go, you know
You will never go down, never go down alone
Ooh oh oh, I'm going down with you lover no I'm
I'm never letting go
Ooh oh oh, you know you will never go down
Never go down alone
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
Ooh oh oh, when you're feeling low
carolinagurlie
I am also obsessed with this song!
Melissa Lee
my favorite of the entire album. LOVE ME SOME GRACE !!!!
Julie Penton
I'm surprised to find so many pessimistic comments. I like both versions if you will of GP. Both have their own shining qualities. 👌🏻😁
Willco Jak
bad ass!