Upside Down

Paloma Faith

About Upside Down

"Upside Down" is a song by English recording artist Paloma Faith from her debut studio album, Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful? (2009). It was released in the United Kingdom on 15 March 2010, by Epic Records as the fourth single from the album. "Upside Down" was written by Faith, Andrew Nicholas Love, Jos Hartvig Jorgensen and Belle Sara Humble, and it was produced by Love and Jorgensen. The song received mixed reviews from critics. "Upside Down" reached a peak position of fifty-five in the UK chart. The music video was directed by Chris Sweeney, who previously directed the video for Faith's third single, "Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful?". 


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2009
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Angels watching over me,
With smiles upon their face,
Cause' I have made it through this far,
In an unforgiving place.

It feels sometimes this hills to steep
For a girl like me to climb,
But I must knock those thoughts right down,
I'll do it in my own time.

I don't care,
I'm halfway there,
On a road that leads me straight to who knows where?

I'll tell you what,
What I have found,
That I'm no fool,
I'm just upside down.
Ain't got no cares,
I ain't got no rules,
I think I like living upside down.

Watching people scurry by,
Rushing to and fro,
Oh this world is such a crazy place,
It's all about the go go go.

Sometimes life can taste so sweet,
When you slow it down,
You start to see the world a little differently,
When you turn it upside down.

I don't care,
I'm halfway there,
And I'm just soaking up the magic in the air.

I'll tell you what,
What I have found,
That I'm no fool,
I'm just upside down.
Ain't got no cares,
I ain't got no rules,
I think I like living upside down.

I'll tell you what,
What I have found,
That I'm no fool,
I'm just upside down.
Ain't got no cares,
I ain't got no rules,
I think I like living upside down.

Woa, Woa, Woa
You got to slow it down,
And then you pick it up,
Come on and try a little topsy turvy back to front the right way round.

Take it slow, slow, slow (you gotta pick it up),
Yeah, Yeah, Yeah (let me see you slow it down),
Hey, yo, yo (tell me something something).

I'll tell you what,
What I have found,
That I'm no fool,
I'm just upside down.
Ain't got no cares,
I ain't got no rules,
I think I like living upside down.

I'll tell you what,
What I have found,
That I'm no fool,
I'm just upside down.
Ain't got no cares,
I ain't got no rules,
I think I like living upside down.

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Paloma Faith

Paloma Faith (born Paloma Faith Blomfield; 21 July 1981) is a British singer-songwriter and actress. In 2009, she released her debut single "Stone Cold Sober" and her debut album, Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful?, which was certified Platinum by the British Phonographic Industry. The album spawned five singles: "Stone Cold Sober", "New York", title track "Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful?", "Upside Down" and "Smoke & Mirrors". Faith also recorded the theme song to the 2010 British film 4.3.2.1 and appeared on the charity record "I Put a Spell on You". Faith made her feature film debut in the 2007 remake of St Trinian's. She has since appeared in two more feature… more »

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Written by: Jos Hartwig Jorgensen, Paloma Faith, Belle Sara Humble, Andy Love

Lyrics © Global Talent Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC

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25 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Upside Down" is performed by English singer-songwriter, actress, and producer Paloma Faith. Faith is known for her unique blend of music combining soul, pop, R&B, and jazz genres.
Song Release
"Upside Down" was released in March 2010 and is a part of Paloma Faith's debut studio album titled "Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful?"
Genre Classification
The song is primarily classified in the pop and soul genres, showcasing Faith's powerful and soulful vocals.
Chart Performance
"Upside Down" peaked at number 55 on the UK Singles Chart. Despite not breaking into the top 40 chart, the song has remained one of Faith's fan favorites.
Song Composition
The song is noted for its upbeat tempo, unique instrumentation, and Faith's distinctive soulful voice. It features a playful mix of classic and pop soul.
Music Video
The accompanying music video for "Upside Down" portrays Faith in a colorful, vintage world filled with eccentric characters, showcasing her theatrical background.
Song Meaning
The lyrics of 'Upside Down' express a message about embracing uniqueness and individuality, not conforming to societal norms and expectations.
Album Success
The album "Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful?" that contains "Upside Down," received critical acclaim and was certified double platinum in the UK.
Live Performance
The song has been a stable part of Faith's live performances and is often well-received by audiences for its energetic and engaging nature.
Song's Legacy
"Upside Down" might not have been a significant charting success, but it established Faith as a unique artist with a knack for crafting engaging, soul-pop crossovers. It remains one of her most popular tracks.
Song Release
"Upside Down" was released as a single on March 15, 2010.
Song Album
The song is from Paloma Faith's debut studio album, "Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful?"
Chart Ranking
"Upside Down" achieved commercial success, peaking at number 55 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Genre
The song's music is primarily pop and soul with elements of jazzy blues.
Video Setting
The music video for "Upside Down" had a vintage circus theme.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics of "Upside Down" are somewhat cryptic, and are about seeing the world from a different perspective, hence the title of the song.
Song Composition
The song was written by Paloma Faith herself, along with Andrew Nicholas Love, Jos Hartvig Jorgensen, and Belle Sara Humble.
In Concert
"Upside Down" has been a consistent part of Faith's live performances.
Cover Art
The cover art for the single features Paloma Faith in a retro-inspired outfit, consistent with the circus theme of the music video.
Live Versions
Paloma Faith performed an acoustic version of "Upside Down" at the BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge in 2010.
Reception
The song has received generally positive reviews from music critics, who praised its catchy melody and Faith's uniquely powerful and soulful vocal performance.
Pop Culture
The song "Upside Down" was featured in the episode "Betty" of the TV series "The Vampire Diaries".
Duration
The duration of the song is 3 minutes and 11 seconds on the album.
Paloma’s Style
Known for her retro and eccentric style, Paloma Faith’s "Upside Down" perfectly captures her playful and distinctive musical flair.
Dance Routine
During live performances, Paloma Faith often includes a fun and energetic dance routine choreographed to "Upside Down".

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