Going down
Von Bondies Lyrics

The lyrics of Von Bondies's song "Going Down" speak of a complicated relationship between three people. The first two lines describe the situation of somebody who has gotten lost in the fame, maybe indicating that they have become arrogant or unrecognizable to those who knew them before. The next line introduces another person who has lost their heart, possibly showing that they are in a vulnerable state. The last line explains that the third person is not easy to understand, suggesting that they may be complex or difficult to read.

The next verse, however, is more descriptive. It starts by talking about the third person's attitude, which is compared to that of the Devil. Although this could be interpreted negatively, it is followed by a line that speaks about the truth that the third person exhibits. The next sentence is particularly interesting as it describes this person as having the soul of an angel which is a juxtaposition. The final line indicates that the third person is able to see something positive in someone else, which is an admirable trait.

The chorus of the song, "She's going down, I'll send her on her way" repeats several times, which can suggest that the singer is in the position of power, where they can control the fate of the other person. The line "Well, She ain't no Cinderella" describes that the woman in the song is not somebody who can be saved, but rather, is self-sufficient. Similarly, the following line "And he ain't no flashy king" is a comparison to the typical male hero archetype. But, if the woman treats him right, he is going to put all of his efforts into making her happy, indicated by "he's going to make that mockingbird sing". Conversely, if she does not, she will be punished "making her pay for all his troubles 'til her dying day."

Overall, the lyrics of "Going Down" hint at a complicated relationship between three individuals that involves power dynamics and consequences for negative behavior.