Going down
Ringo Starr Lyrics


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I'm going down,
I'm going down.

I'm going down.
I'm coming up,
I'm coming up.

I'm coming up.
I'm moving on, (moving on)
I'm moving on. (moving on)





(well, we're moving on) moving on.

Overall Meaning

At first glance, Ringo Starr's song Going Down might sound like a song about someone who's feeling defeated and low. However, upon closer inspection, it could be interpreted as a song about personal growth and the positive changes that come with it. The repetition of the phrases "I'm going down" and "I'm coming up" might suggest that the singer is acknowledging the lows in their life and actively working towards uplifting themselves. The line "I'm moving on" solidifies this interpretation, implying that the singer is leaving whatever negative experiences or emotions they were feeling behind them and pushing forward towards something better.


The song's upbeat tempo and catchy melody provide a stark contrast to the lyrics, creating a sense of optimism and hope. It's a reminder that even when things seem bleak, there's always the possibility of better days ahead. In Ringo's signature playful style, he inserts a handclap section during the chorus - this, along with the harmonies and brass instrumentals, creates a celebratory and carefree mood.


There are several interpretations one could derive from Going Down, but at its core, it's a song about resilience and forward momentum. It's a song that encourages listeners to keep moving forward even when faced with adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm going down,
I'm feeling low and experiencing a downturn in life.


I'm going down.
I'm feeling low and experiencing a downturn in life.


I'm going down.
I'm feeling low and experiencing a downturn in life.


I'm coming up,
I'm beginning to feel better and my circumstances are improving.


I'm coming up.
I'm beginning to feel better and my circumstances are improving.


I'm coming up.
I'm beginning to feel better and my circumstances are improving.


I'm moving on, (moving on)
I'm letting go of the past and focusing on the future.


I'm moving on. (moving on)
I'm letting go of the past and focusing on the future.


(well, we're moving on) moving on.
We (possibly referring to the singer and a group) are all letting go of the past and focusing on the future, collectively moving forward.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALLEN TOUSSAINT

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