Matthew Sweeney on guitar and vocals.
Travis S… Read Full Bio ↴From Keswick, Ontario.
Matthew Sweeney on guitar and vocals.
Travis Stokl on drums.
Feurd Ian Robertson Moore on guitar, and keys.
Frankie Figliomeni on Bass
So Down Low
The Elwins Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
I've been getting so down low
I've been getting deeper and down until everything's underground you know
So deep down
There's no way to turn around
There's no way to get back to ground
And be up cause i know i'm going down
So down low
I've been getting so down low
I've been getting deeper and down until everything's underground you know
Hanging
Hiding from the cold
You were telling me stories that you'd told
I didn't listen
I didn't give it thought
oooooh
So down low
I've been getting so down low
I've been getting deeper and down until everything's underground you know
So deep down
There's no way to turn around
There's no way to get back to ground
And be up cause i know i'm going down
Holding onto something good
'top of 350 5th Avenue
You were Anne
I was Kong
And it went oh so wrong
ooooh
I had you in my grasp
I knew it wouldn't last
I had you but i fell so fast
I'm falling down below
What does it mean oooh
I'm falling but you move so slow
ooooooh
So down low
I've been getting so down low
I've been getting deeper and down until everything's underground you know
So deep down
There's no way to turn around
There's no way to get back to ground
And be up cause i know i'm going down
So down low
I've been getting so down low
I've been getting deeper and down until everything's underground you know
The Elwins's song "So Down Low" is a track that explores the idea of sinking into a dark, depressive state. The lyrics suggest that the singer has been slowly getting deeper into this state, to the point where everything feels underground. The repetition of the phrase "so down low" emphasizes the depth of this feeling, while the line "there's no way to get back to ground" conveys a sense of hopelessness and a feeling of being trapped.
The second verse adds to the sense of dread by describing the singer hanging and hiding, suggesting they are isolating themselves from the world. The reference to not listening to someone's stories also indicates a lack of connection or care for others, which could be contributing to the singer's depression.
The third verse introduces a new element to the song, with the reference to 350 5th Avenue, a building in New York City. This verse also features a bit of wordplay with the names Anne and Kong, which could symbolize a relationship that has gone wrong. The final lines of the song bring the focus back to the singer's internal struggles, with the repeated phrase "I'm falling" conveying a sense of inevitability and desperation.
Overall, "So Down Low" is a powerful song that captures the feeling of sinking into depression and the difficulty of breaking free from that cycle.
Line by Line Meaning
So down low
I am feeling extremely down and depressed.
I've been getting so down low
I have been feeling worse and worse.
I've been getting deeper and down until everything's underground you know
My depression has become all-consuming and has taken over every aspect of my life.
So deep down
My depression has gone so deep that it feels impossible to escape.
There's no way to turn around
I feel like there is no way to reverse the direction my life is heading in.
There's no way to get back to ground
I feel disconnected from reality and unable to return to a state of normalcy.
And be up cause i know i'm going down
I know that my depression is leading me towards a darker place and I cannot resist it.
Hanging
I am trying to avoid confronting my problems and emotions.
Hiding from the cold
I am avoiding facing the harsh reality of my situation.
You were telling me stories that you'd told
Someone close to me was trying to warn me about my behavior or situation.
I didn't listen
I refused to accept or acknowledge the problem at hand.
I didn't give it thought
I purposefully ignored the advice or warning I was given.
Holding onto something good
I am trying to hold onto something positive in my life to keep from feeling completely hopeless.
'top of 350 5th Avenue
The good thing I am holding onto is a physical place, possibly a building or location.
You were Anne
The person I was holding onto was named Anne.
I was Kong
I was in a position of power or control over the situation.
And it went oh so wrong
Despite my attempts to hold onto something positive, things ultimately went poorly.
I had you in my grasp
I had control over the positive thing I was holding onto.
I knew it wouldn't last
Despite having control over the situation, I had a feeling that it was not sustainable.
I had you but i fell so fast
I was unable to keep a hold of the positive thing and quickly lost it.
I'm falling down below
I am sinking deeper into depression and hopelessness.
What does it mean oooh
I am questioning what the consequences of my actions and emotions will be.
I'm falling but you move so slow
Despite my rapid descent, others around me are not moving quickly enough to help or intervene.
Contributed by Anthony N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MiniFlightlessBird
How does this not have a million views already?!?!
I'm spreading the word.
This is amazing.
The song and the video are both stellar.
THE EFFORT THAT WENT INTO THE VIDEO IS PHENOMENAL.
:D
@AhamedImran
+MiniFlightlessBird Was wondering the same looking at the other music videos. The Elwins have got some really nice songs.
@grimblegrumble
Strange how a song this catchy hasn't been a radio hit yet...
@xxkryhavockxx
+technointerestsme It was featured in a phone commercial i believe.
@darkchocolatebuffalo1368
It's on in Edmonton, Alberta in Canada.
@martaruivo1973
It has been almost five years and this still is my favourite song ever
@bebetv5214
Still here after 5 years, still such a good song!!!
@xBunniesHeartx
5+ years later and i'm still listening to this whole ass album. god tier
@jayjoyce6986
I saw these guys at Steamwhistle Brewery on Canada Day. They absolutely killed it. Super charismatic group of guys, and they are fantastic live. Can't wait to check them out at Riverfest.
@TheDOL3
Not only a catchy tune, but this video. OH my god. All of this just goes together so nicely and I love every second of it <3