Bound for the Floor

Local H

About Bound for the Floor

"Bound for the Floor" is a song by American alternative rock duo Local H, released as the first single from their 1996 album, As Good as Dead. It is widely considered to be the band's most popular single, reaching No. 5 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and No. 10 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.


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2006
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Born to be down
I've learned all my lessons before now
Born to be down
I think you'll get used to it

And you just don't get it
You keep it copacetic
And you learn to accept it
You know it's so pathetic

Born to be down
I think that I've said this before now
Born to be down
What good is confidence?

And you just don't get it
You keep it copacetic
And you learn to accept it
You know it's so pathetic
And you don't

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Local H

Local H is an American alternative rock duo, originally formed by Joe Daniels and Scott Lucas in 1990 in Zion, Illinois. The members all met in high school 1988 and went on to form Local H two years after which included Matt Garcia on bass guitar. Local H signed a record contract with Island Records in 1994 and released a total of three albums under Island Records. more »

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Written by: DAVID SCOTT LUCAS, JOSEPH DANILES

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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13 facts about this song

Song Release
"Bound for the Floor" was released in February 1996, as the second single from "As Good As Dead," Local H's second album.
Song Popularity
The song peaked at number 5 on the US Billboard Modern Rock Tracks Chart. It became one hour Local H's most popular songs and one of the most identifiable alternative rock hits of the era.
Lyrics Meaning
"Bound for the Floor" has spoken to many fans because its lyrics seemingly depict feelings of alienation, anxiety, and struggling to fit into society.
Song Structure
Even though the band only comprises two members, they were still able to produce a large, wall-of-sound style on "Bound for the Floor," featuring heavy guitars and drums reminiscent of grunge bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam.
Band Inspiration
"Local H" is known for taking inspiration from the local scene of Zion, Illinois, their hometown, which is evident in a majority of their music, including "Bound for the Floor."
Music Video
The music video for "Bound for the Floor" features the band playing in an old, rundown house with water progressively rising around them. This theme of trying to keep afloat is consistent with the song's lyrics.
Song Phrase
The phrase "copacetic," in the song's trademark refrain, became a catchphrase among fans. Most people believe it means when everything is going well or in order.
Live Shows
"Bound for the Floor" has been a fan favorite at live shows and is a staple of the band's setlist.
Charting Success
Despite its success on the Modern Rock chart, "Bound for the Floor" only peaked at number 10 on the Mainstream Rock chart and did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several rock bands over the years, solidifying its legacy in rock n roll history.
Drummer Contributions
Drummer Joe Daniels contributed significantly to the creation of the song and entire "As Good As Dead" album. His departure from the band after the album's release marked the end of Local H's original line up.
Album's Theme
The song fits the overarching narrative theme of "As Good As Dead," which explores living in a small town and feeling stuck or limited by its confines.
Unique Instrumentation
Local H has a unique set up, with frontman Scott Lucas singing and playing guitar while simultaneously playing bass lines on his guitar, which contributes to the heavy sound of "Bound for the Floor."

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