8. Going Down
J.J. Cale featuring Leon Russell Lyrics

to my old town

The lyrics to J.J. Cale's song "Going Down" describe a sense of defeat and resignation from the perspective of the singer. The repetition of "going down" emphasizes the feeling of sinking or falling, both physically and emotionally. The line "Got my big feet, hanging on to the ground" suggests that even though the singer feels like they are falling, they are holding onto something tangible to keep them grounded. The plea to "close that boxcar down" may be a metaphor for shutting the door on a painful or uncomfortable situation. This could mean leaving a place that no longer feels like home, or perhaps ending a toxic relationship. The singer wants to return to their "old town," which could represent a place where they felt safe and comfortable in the past. Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of displacement and longing for stability.