Joni has performed her songs across Europe. At aged 11, she performed solo at the Casino Barriere during the Montreux Jazz Festival. In 2005, she opened the Phil Collins 'First Final Farewell Tour' at the LTU Arena in Dusseldorf.
Joni continues to write and perform her own original songs as well as train classically. Joni lives in the North West of England.
Face Down
Joni Fuller Lyrics
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Draw back the blinds, the day?s just the same
So I?ll move on, time will not stand waiting
With these open eyes I?m walking out the door
Autumn leaves won?t last, they?re fading fast
I?m losing my ground but it?s better than turning round
And so the feeling comes again
Like a song you?ve heard but can?t remember when
And oh, sometimes I try to run away
Hey, I?m ending up face down
Trying to climb a mountain with my feet on the ground
Fade away, let this moment stay?
Red sky in the night, and words I don?t believe
They?re smiling now but eyes can deceive
So I?ll move on, little older little wiser
With this fading light it all comes clear to me
Writing words that say why I feel this way
I?m losing my ground but it?s better than turning round
And so the feeling comes again
Same old song but can?t remember when
Hear these words again
The song "Face Down" by Joni Fuller talks about moving forward and embracing change despite feeling lost in the face of changing circumstances. The lyrics are full of images of seasonal change; the endless autumn rain, the fading autumn leaves, and the red sky in the night. These elements serve to create a mood of transition and uncertainty.
The song's chorus addresses the difficulty of running away from problems, only to end up face down in the mud. It suggests that it's better to face challenges head-on rather than try to ignore them. The lyrics also express a sense of wisdom gained from past experiences, and a willingness to embrace the future with open eyes.
The song's poetic language is enhanced by Joni Fuller's haunting vocal style and the acoustic guitar accompaniment. The melody is simple but effective, drawing the listener into the introspective mood of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Wake up to the light, this endless Autumn rain,
Starting a new day realizing it is the same old, dull routine.
Draw back the blinds, the day?s just the same
Opening the curtains ascertains that the day is no different from any other.
So I’ll move on, time will not stand waiting
Moving forward as time does not wait for anyone.
With these open eyes I’m walking out the door
Leaving with eyes wide open to face the world.
Autumn leaves won’t last, they’re fading fast
The beautiful autumn season is quickly ending.
I’m losing my ground but it’s better than turning round
Feeling off balance, but it's preferable to turn back.
And so the feeling comes again
The familiar feeling has resurfaced.
Like a song you’ve heard but can’t remember when
A sensation that is difficult to place or understand.
Hear these words again
Listening to a repeated message.
And oh, sometimes I try to run away
The impulse to escape from the situation sometimes arises.
Hey, I’m ending up face down
The efforts to flee have not been successful and have led to a miserable state.
Trying to climb a mountain with my feet on the ground
Attempting the impossible.
Fade away, let this moment stay?
Requesting for the moment to linger as it slips away.
Red sky in the night, and words I don’t believe
An ominous sign and words that are perceived to hold no truth.
They’re smiling now but eyes can deceive
An outward appearance that can mask true intentions.
So I’ll move on, little older little wiser
Continuing on with more experience and wisdom.
With this fading light it all comes clear to me
As the day comes to an end, there is clarity.
Writing words that say why I feel this way
Putting feelings into words.
I’m losing my ground but it’s better than turning round
Feeling unsteady but still pushing forward.
And so the feeling comes again
The persistent emotion returns.
Same old song but can’t remember when
Familiarity with the feeling, but not sure when it first arose.
Hear these words again
Listening to a repeated message.
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