Falling Down

Selena Gomez

About Falling Down

"Falling Down" is the debut single recorded by American pop rock band Selena Gomez & the Scene for their debut studio album, Kiss & Tell (2009). It was released on August 25, 2009 through Hollywood Records as the lead single from the album. The song was written by Ted Bruner and Trey Vittetoe, both of whom produced the track; Gina Schock of The Go-Go's also receives writing credit. Musically, "Falling Down" is an uptempo rock track that contains heavy usage of synths. Its lyrics see Gomez ridiculing life in Hollywood and fame, though can also be interpreted to speak of a romantic relationship. The song was released in select territories, receiving no official release in European territories. Upon its release, "Falling Down" received mixed to positive reviews from critics, receiving praise for being "catchy" and for Gomez's "sassy" vocal delivery. The song became the band's first chart entry on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, where it peaked at number 82. It became a top twenty hit in Japan, becoming the group's highest charting effort to date in the country. "Falling Down" went on to sell over 500,000 copies in the United States alone. The accompanying music video premiered on August 28, 2009 through Disney Channel. The video featured Gomez and her band performing the song on a round black stage, and features various shots of Gomez in a photo shoot and singing the song without the band. 


Year:
2010
3:05
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Uh, oh oh, oh
Uh, oh oh, oh
Uh, oh oh, oh
Uh, oh oh, oh
Uh, oh oh, oh

You walk and talk
Like you're some new sensation
You move in circles
You don't need an invitation
You spend your money
You can't get no satisfaction
You play it right so you can get the right reaction

It won't be long my darling
Pick up the phone, nobody's on it
Where are your friends now baby
Aren't they the ones supposed to be there for

You (you)
You're falling down
The world's not spinning 'round
You (you)
When you're falling down
No, it's not all about
You (you)
When you're falling down
You know I'll be around
When you're falling down, falling down

Falling down, down, down, you're falling down.

What's out of place when you look into the mirror?
The truth is blurry but the lies are getting clearer
Your eyes are fixed, your smile is so elastic
You gave me roses but they're all just made of plastic

It won't be long my darling
Pick up the phone, nobody's on it
Where are your friends now baby
How's anyone supposed to be there for

You (you)
When you're falling down
The world's not spinning 'round
You (you)
When you're falling down
No, it's not all about
You (you)
When you're falling down
You know I'll be around
When you're falling down, falling down

Smile for the camera, everybody's looking at ya
Smile for the camera, 'cause they're all about to trash ya
Smile for the camera, camera, camera, smile for the camera
Who's gonna catch ya?

You, you

You (you)
When you're falling down
The world's not spinning 'round
You (you)
When you're falling down
No, it's not all about
You (you)
When you're falling down
You know I'll be around
When you're falling down, falling down

Smile for the camera,
Everybody's looking at ya.
Smile for the camera
'Cause they're all about to trash ya.

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Selena Gomez

Selena Marie Gomez (born July 22, 1992) is an American actress and singer. She is known for portraying Alex Russo, the protagonist in the Emmy Award-winning television series Wizards of Waverly Place. She subsequently ventured into feature films and has starred in the television movies Another Cinderella Story, Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie, and Princess Protection Program. She made her starring theatrical film debut in Ramona and Beezus. And now Selena is coming back in Wizard of Waverly Place:the Wizards return. more »

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Written by: REGINA ANN SCHOCK, TED E. BRUNER, TREY VITTETOE

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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15 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Falling Down" is a pop rock song influenced by elements of new wave and electro-pop.
Track Identity
The song "Falling Down" was pop superstar Selena Gomez's debut single with her band Selena Gomez & The Scene.
Album Association
"Falling Down" was the lead single from the band's debut studio album "Kiss & Tell," which was released in 2009.
Song Duration
The full duration of the song "Falling Down" is 3 minutes and 4 seconds long.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics of "Falling Down" are about a relationship where the other person looks down at her and the song is sending out the message that no one can make her feel inferior.
Songwriting Credits
The song "Falling Down" was written by Ted Bruner, Trey Vittetoe, and Gina Schock.
Chart Performance
After its release, "Falling Down" debuted at number 93 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and reached a peak position of number 82.
Music Video
The song's music video was directed by Chris Dooley and debuted on Disney Channel after the world premiere on August 28, 2009.
Live Performance
Gomez performed "Falling Down" live for the first time on ABC's Good Morning America on September 23, 2009.
Song Theme
The song emphasizes the message of picking oneself up and moving on despite adversities. It focuses on themes of resilience and self-confidence.
Critical Reception
"Falling Down" received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its catchy and energetic nature while others criticized its sound and lyrics.
Song Production
The song was produced by Ted Bruner and Trey Vittetoe who are known for their work with other pop artists such as Katy Perry.
Song Recording
"Falling Down" was recorded in 2009 at Studio Wishbone in North Hollywood, Los Angeles, California.
Record Label
"Falling Down" was released under the Hollywood Records label, which is famous for promoting music artists that have a Disney connection.
Song Influence
Despite its mixed reviews, "Falling Down" helped Gomez establish her rock and pop identity, steering away from her Disney roots.

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