Breaking Down
Breaking Down

Florence + the Machine - Breaking Down Lyrics

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Nov 1, 2011
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Breaking Down Music Video

Breaking Down Lyrics

All alone, it was always there you see
And even on my own
It was always standing next to me

I can see it coming from the edge of the room
Creeping in the streetlight
Holding my hand in the pale gloom
Can you see it coming now?

Oh, oh, I think I'm breaking down again
Oh, oh, I think I'm breaking down

All alone, even when I was a child
I've always known
There was something to be frightened of

I can see it coming from the edge of the room
Creeping in the streetlight
Holding my hand in the pale gloom
Can you see it coming now?

Oh, oh, I think I'm breaking down again
Oh, oh, I think I'm breaking down

All alone, on the edge of sleep
My old familiar friend
Comes and lies down next to me
And I can see it coming from the edge of the room
Smiling in the streetlight
Even with my eyes shut tight
I still see him coming now

Oh, oh, I think I'm breaking down again
Oh, oh, I think I'm breaking down again
Oh, oh, I think I'm breaking down again
Oh, oh, I think I'm breaking down

Writer(s): James Ellis Ford, Florence Leontine Mary Welch
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'Breaking Down' by Florence + the Machine?

    'Breaking Down' was written by Florence Welch, the lead vocalist of Florence + the Machine, and James Ellis Ford.

  2. On which album is 'Breaking Down' featured?

    'Breaking Down' is featured on Florence + the Machine's second studio album, 'Ceremonials,' which was released in October 2011.

  3. What inspired Florence Welch to write 'Breaking Down'?

    Florence Welch wrote 'Breaking Down' after splitting up with her long-term boyfriend for the second time. The song reflects her feelings of mental fragility and childhood fears.

  4. Does 'Breaking Down' have a music video?

    Yes, the music video for 'Breaking Down' includes vintage footage shot in an old-fashioned Super 8 film format. It features the band's tour across America with snippets from Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and New Orleans.

  5. Did Welch's family have any concerns about the song's lyrics?

    Yes, her mother was concerned after reading the dark lyrics. However, Welch explained that writing the song was part of her process for dealing with her emotions, suggesting it was better than internalizing her feelings.

  6. Who directed the music video for 'Breaking Down'?

    The music video for 'Breaking Down' was directed by Tabitha Denholm, who has worked on several other Florence + the Machine videos, including 'Cosmic Love' and 'Rabbit Heart.'

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