Melanie C debuted at number eight on the UK Albums Chart, with sales of 7,265 combined units;[44] becoming Chisholm's highest charting album since Reason (2003). The album also appeared on the Australian ARIA Album Chart, her first to do so since Reason.
Goin' Down
Melanie C/Melanie C Lyrics
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How dare you change the rules. You made me look a fool.
Well now you're gonna see the last laugh's not on me.
What am I gonna do to get my revenge on you?
You're goin' down. Goin' down.
Was it just another line or did I misread the sign?
What else could I do? I was so into you.
You played your little game, oh what a shame.
You're goin' down. Goin' down, goin' down.
I'm singin' it loud and I don't care.
I'm singin' it proud everywhere.
Now I feel no remorse, my life is back on course.
From this little hitch I have become a superbitch.
But don't be afraid by the confession I have made.
I am not a whore. I have gone hardcore.
You're goin' down. Goin' down.
Goin' down. Goin' down.
I'm singin' it loud and I don't care.
I'm singin' it proud everywhere.
I'm singin' it loud and I don't care.
I'm singin' it proud everywhere, ha, ha, ha.
You're goin' down. Goin' down.
You're goin' down. Goin' down, ha, yeah.
In "Goin' Down," Melanie C sings about being deceived and treated disrespectfully by someone she was interested in. She questions why she didn't notice that she was being made fun of and how this person could change their behavior towards her so drastically. She expresses her anger and determination to make this person regret their actions as they will see that the joke is not on her. Melanie C believes that she was played but now she is ready to fight back and get her revenge.
The second verse implies that this person may have tricked her into believing they had feelings for her. Despite having bad luck in the past, she was so into this person that she felt helpless. However, she's not going to let this slide and sees this as an opportunity to become a stronger person. She assures this person that her confession about not being a whore does not mean she won't put up a fight.
The chorus repeats the line "You're goin' down," as Melanie C asserts herself and sings loudly and proudly, revealing that this experience has inspired her. She's no longer feeling remorseful; instead, she's in control and taking charge of her own life. The song is a defiant and empowering anthem for anyone who's been betrayed or mistreated.
Line by Line Meaning
How come I didn't see you were making fun of me?
I didn't realize you were making fun of me. How naive I was.
How dare you change the rules. You made me look a fool.
You changed the rules and humiliated me. You tricked me into making a fool out of myself.
Well now you're gonna see the last laugh's not on me.
I'm going to get my revenge and show you that I'm not the one to be laughed at.
What am I gonna do to get my revenge on you?
How should I get back at you for making me feel so bad?
You're goin' down. Goin' down.
You're going to be defeated and humiliated.
Was it just another line or did I misread the sign?
I'm unsure if what you said was genuine or if I misunderstood your intentions.
What else could I do? I was so into you.
I was so infatuated with you that I couldn't help but fall for your tricks.
With all this bad luck I've had my karma must be bad.
All the misfortune I've experienced must be because I deserve it for being so naive.
You played your little game, oh what a shame.
You tricked me in your little game. How pathetic of you.
Now I feel no remorse, my life is back on course.
I feel no guilt because I've taken control of my life again.
From this little hitch I have become a superbitch.
Because of what you did to me, I've become a stronger and more assertive person.
But don't be afraid by the confession I have made.
I don't want you to feel threatened by the fact that I'm standing up for myself.
I am not a whore. I have gone hardcore.
I refuse to let you label me as weak or promiscuous. I've become a fighter.
I'm singin' it loud and I don't care.
I'm expressing myself boldly and without shame.
I'm singin' it proud everywhere.
I'm broadcasting my confidence and strength to everyone around me.
Goin' down. Goin' down.
You're going to lose and suffer.
ha, ha, ha.
I'm enjoying my victory over you.
You're goin' down. Goin' down, ha, yeah.
You're definitely going to lose and I'm going to relish in it.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MELANIE CHISHOLM, JULIAN GALLAGHER, RICHARD FREDERICK STANNARD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@WorldwideExperiences
I CANT GET ENOUGH OF THIS PERFORMANCE ! Omg THE ENERGY !!!!!!!!!!
@Honeycomblife
One of my fave Mel C songs ever that album is amazing 👏
@user-ry6fq7hn9t
The very fine song!!!💖💗💖
@vicoART
The greatest era of all Melanie C's solo career
@homorockerbloguero5079
Wish Melc had continued this path of music or looks, it was so different and fascinating
@xxxTIN0xxx
It's pretty rare to see Mel C using playback, she always sings live.
@salatiellealm
21 years of Goin Down today, my fave Melanie C single ever. Please MEL don't forget to perform Goin Down in your next tour
@Malwinkazajaczki
Now 24 ❤❤❤
@glennbate8005
My entrance music when I was boxing, always got the crowd going.
@mr-mysteryguest
The greatest of all the spices...