* Johnny Rzeznik - Vocals, guitar (Founding member)
* Robby Takac - Vocals, bass (Founding member)
* Mike Malinin - Drums (Hired in 1995, made official member in 1998)
Founded in Buffalo, New York, the Goo Goo Dolls, who were then known as the "Sex Maggots," initially consisted of John Rzeznik, Robby Takac, and George Tutuska. The band changed their name to the Goo Goo Dolls (the name was picked out from an ad in a True Detective magazine) at the request of a local club owner who refused to let them play otherwise. They were originally signed on by Metal Blade Records, and they released their self-titled debut album in 1987.
In their early career, they were often dismissed by critics as " The Replacements wannabes." While they were embraced by college radio and the local punk scene (Playing such venues as CBGB's), especially after the release of their third album, Hold Me Up (1990), it was not until 1995, with the release of their single "Name," (from the album A Boy Named Goo) that the Goo Goo Dolls experienced any commercial success. Their mainstream success, however, was bittersweet as they faced a lengthy legal battle with Metal Blade Records over royalties that were being withheld from the band; hence, the Goos eventually switched to Metal Blade's parent company, Warner Brothers. In 1998, "Iris" was released on the City of Angels soundtrack, and the Goos were propelled to stardom, as the song stayed on the Billboard charts at number one for 18 weeks and was nominated for three Grammys that year. The song was also included on their fifth album, "Dizzy Up the Girl," which was released that same year.
As of February 2007, The Goo Goo Dolls broke the record of having the most top 10 songs on the AC Charts, with 12 top 10 hits! Beating out Matchbox 20 and Sheryl Crow with only 10 hits.
Fallin' Down
The Goo Goo Dolls Lyrics
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I ain't got time for you now.
Do you think, that I'll ever be?
Cause all I ever wanted, so far gone.
And if I had my chance, I'd go along.
You're making me fall down,
I'm falling down again.
Can you catch me darling,
Do you see, what you do to me?
You ain't got time for him now.
Do you think, that he'll ever be?
Cause all I ever wanted, so far gone.
And if I had my chance, I'd go along.
You're making me fall down,
I'm falling down again.
I wish you could fall down,
Can you catch me darling,
The lyrics to The Goo Goo Dolls' song "Fallin' Down" depict a tumultuous relationship between two individuals. The first stanza is sung by one person, who is questioning where their relationship stands and whether the other person even wants to pursue it. They feel as though they don't have time for their partner's indecisiveness and doubt they will ever feel the same way as them. Despite this, if given the opportunity, they would go along with their partner's wishes. The second stanza is sung by the other person, who takes a similar tone. They ask if the other person sees how they are affecting them and how they do not have time to waste on someone who is unsure. They too doubt the feelings will ever be mutual, but they still wish to be caught and supported by their partner.
Ultimately, the song is about the push and pull of a relationship where one person is more invested in it than the other. The repeated phrase of "fallin' down" represents the emotional rollercoaster that both individuals are experiencing. The hopeful tone in the phrase "can you catch me darling" shows that despite the difficulties, they still want to support each other.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you know, where you want to go?
Are you certain of your direction in life?
I ain't got time for you now.
I do not have the time or energy to invest in you at the moment.
Do you think, that I'll ever be?
Do you believe that I can measure up to your expectations?
Cause all I ever wanted, so far gone.
My desires and dreams have slipped away from me.
And if I had my chance, I'd go along.
If given the opportunity, I would take the chance to pursue my goals.
You're making me fall down,
Your actions and behavior are causing me to stumble and falter.
I'm falling down again.
I am once again losing my footing and direction due to your influence.
I wish you could fall down,
I desire for you to experience the same struggles and setbacks that I am facing.
Can you catch me darling,
Can you support and help me through these challenging times, my love?
Do you see, what you do to me?
Do you understand the impact that your actions have on my well-being?
You ain't got time for him now.
You are not able to prioritize him in your life at this moment.
Do you think, that he'll ever be?
Do you expect him to ever reach his full potential?
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Written by: BRYAN POWELL, LAWRENCE JOHNSON
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