Down to Zero
Down to Zero

Joan Armatrading - Down to Zero Lyrics

Joan Armatrading eloquently captures the journey of emotional descent and resilience. The song portrays the inevitable fall from grace when one's confidence and perceived invulnerability are shattered by betrayal and heartache. As an individual grapples with… Read more

Rock
Feb 26, 1991
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Down to Zero Lyrics

Oh the feeling
When you're reeling
You step lightly thinking you're number one
Down to zero with a word
Leaving
For another one

Now you walk with your feet back on the ground
Down to the ground
Down to the ground
Down to the ground
Down to the ground

Brand new dandy
First class scene stealer
Walks through the crowd and takes your man
Sends you rushing to the mirror
Brush your eyebrows and say
There's more beauty in you than anyone

Oh remember who walked the warm sands beside you
Moored to your heel let the waves come a rushing in
She'll take the worry from your head
But then again
She put trouble in your heart instead
Then you'll fall
Down to the ground
Down to the ground

You'll know heartache
Still more crying
When you're thinking of your mother's only son
Take to your bed
You say there's peace in sleep
But you'll dream of love instead

Oh the heartache you'll find
Can bring more pain than a blistering sun
But oh when you fall
Oh when you fall
Fall at my door

Oh the feeling
When you're reeling
You step lightly thinking you're number one
Down to zero with a word
Leaving
For another one

Now you walk with your feet back on the ground
Down to the ground
Down to the ground
Down to the ground
Down to the ground

You'll know heartache
Still more crying
When you're thinking of your mother's only son
Take to your bed
You say there's peace in sleep
But you'll dream of love instead

But oh when you fall
Oh when you fall
Fall at my door

Writer(s): JOAN ANITA BARBARA ARMATRADING, PAM NESTOR
Copyright(s): Lyrics © T.R.O. INC.
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What is the Meaning of Down to Zero?

Joan Armatrading eloquently captures the journey of emotional descent and resilience. The song portrays the inevitable fall from grace when one's confidence and perceived invulnerability are shattered by betrayal and heartache. As an individual grapples with loss and disappointment, they lament about past relationships and search for solace in memories. The narrative explores the tension between the pain of heartbreak and the transient beauty found in fleeting encounters. Ultimately, it highlights the cyclical nature of love and loss, wherein newfound humility lays the groundwork for rebuilding and reflection. Through poignant lyrics and soulful delivery, Armatrading reminds listeners of the strength in vulnerability and the promise of renewal after despair 🌅. The song serves as a powerful reminder that even when brought down to the ground, hope and healing are always within reach. #Heartache #Resilience

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When was 'Down to Zero' by Joan Armatrading released?

    'Down to Zero' was released in 1976 as part of Joan Armatrading's album, 'Joan Armatrading'.

  2. Who produced 'Down to Zero'?

    The song was produced by Glyn Johns, who is also known for his work with Led Zeppelin and the Eagles.

  3. Which musicians played on 'Down to Zero'?

    Joan Armatrading played 6-string guitar, Graham Lyle played 12-string, Jerry Donahue played electric guitar, B. J. Cole was on pedal steel guitar, and Kenney Jones played drums.

  4. Did 'Down to Zero' chart upon its release?

    Despite following the success of Joan Armatrading’s top ten single 'Love and Affection', 'Down to Zero' did not chart upon its release.

  5. How was 'Down to Zero' received by critics?

    Critics praised the song; Wilfrid Mellers noted its 'jazz intensity', and it has been described as a 'full-tilt rollercoaster' and a 'masterly analysis of rejection'.

  6. Has 'Down to Zero' been included in any compilations or live albums?

    Yes, 'Down to Zero' has been re-released on numerous collections and live albums, including 'Live at the Bijou Bijou Club', 'Track Record', and 'The Best of Joan Armatrading: The Millennium Collection'.

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