Down

Fifth Harmony

About Down

"Down" is a song recorded by American girl group Fifth Harmony for their self-titled third studio album (2017). It features additional vocals by American rapper Gucci Mane. Written by Jude Demorest, Gucci Mane and its producers Joshua Coleman and Dallas Koehlke, "Down" was released on June 2, 2017, through Epic Records as the lead single from the album. The song was serviced to rhythmic contemporary radio four days after its initial release and then contemporary hit radio on June 13, 2017. A dancehall number, "Down" has a production consisting of bass, snare drums, synths and soft snaps. The lyrics are structured in verse–pre-chorus–chorus form. Although it is written from a romantic perspective, "Down" was inspired by the group's bond as a quartet and the adversities they have faced together and individually. The song was noted by music critics for being similar to their 2016 single "Work from Home" in terms of production and structure, though others praised its sonority and summer-friendly production. However, some criticized its resemblance to "Work from Home". Commercially, "Down" entered the charts in various countries worldwide; it debuted at its peak position of number 42 on US Billboard Hot 100 becoming their second-highest debut. It also reached the top fifty in the United Kingdom, Canada, Ireland, and Portugal. It received a gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of America for 500,000 equivalent-units sold domestically in the United States. 


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2017
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It's Gucci
Fifth Harmony

I need somebody with some patience
'Cause you know I got a temperament
And yeah, you got a reputation
Nothin' that a little love can't fix
There ain't no kinda situation
Where I wouldn't cross a line for you
FBI interrogation
I would get up there and lie for you

When push come to shove
You show me love
When push come to shove, aye

Long as you're holding me down, down, down
I'm gon' keep lovin' you down, down, down
Long as you're holding me down, down, down
I'm gon' keep lovin' you down, down, down
I'm gon' keep lovin' you

You the type that I could bake for (bake for)
'Cause baby, you know how to take that cake
And I'm the only one you wait for
'Cause baby, you know that I'm worth the wait

When push come to shove
You show me love (you show me love)
When push come to shove, aye

Long as you're holding me down, down, down
I'm gon' keep lovin' you down, down, down
Long as you're holding me down, down, down
I'm gon' keep lovin' you down, down, down
I'm gon' keep lovin' you

It's like Bonnie and Clyde just walked in
A gangster and his bride just walked in
We on the same team and we ballin'
Got me showin' off my ring like I'm Jordan
And I'mma hold you down like you hold me
And I'll never tell a soul what you told me
When I was sittin' in the cells is when you showed me
It takes a real one to put up with the old me
That's why you in the coupe with the low seat
That's why we at the game on the floor seats
My diamond that they seein' from the nosebleeds
You make 'em mad, feel like you won a trophy

Long as you're holding me down, down, down
I'm gon' keep lovin' you down, down, down
Long as you're holding me down, down, down
I'm gon' keep lovin' you down, down, down (love you down)
Long as you're holding me down, down, down
I'm gon' keep lovin' you down, down, down (down, down, down)
Long as you're holding me down, down, down (I'm gon' love you down)
I'm gon' keep lovin' you down, down, down (long as you're lovin' me, boy)
I'm gon' keep lovin' you

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Fifth Harmony

Fifth Harmony is an all girl pop band. Normani, Dinah, Camila, Alli, and Lauren. The girls individually auditioned for the hit TV show The X Factor. The girls all did not make it individually in the 3rd round, however they all were called back on stage. The girls found out they were put together in a group by a judge on the show, Simon Cowell. The girls had great performances in the X Factor. In the semi finals, they had lost to 3rd place. The girls were devastated, but grateful for the opportunity they had on the show. Later on, their judge and mentor signed them a contract. Ever since then the five best friends have been to many award shows and released their first ever EP. more »

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Written by: JOSHUA COLEMAN, DALLAS KOEHLKE, RADRIC DAVIS, JUDE DEMOREST

Lyrics © DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Creation and Collaboration
"Down" is a song by American girl group Fifth Harmony, featuring American rapper Gucci Mane. It was released as the lead single from their self-titled third studio album in 2017.
Songwriters and Producers
The song was written by Jude Demorest, Gucci Mane, DallasK, and Ammo, and was produced by DallasK and Ammo.
Chart Performance
"Down" debuted at number 42 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it Fifth Harmony's fifth top 50 entry on the chart.
Critical Reception
The song received mixed reviews from music critics, with some praising the group's vocals, and others criticising it for sounding too similar to their previous smash hit, "Work from Home".
Awards and Nominations
"Down" won the group their first MTV Video Music Award for Best Pop Video in 2017.
Music Video
The music video for the song, directed by by James Larese, was shot at the Sunrise Hotel in Los Angeles.
First Single Without Camila
This was Fifth Harmony's first single since the departure of member Camila Cabello, making the group a quartet.
Lyrics and Theme
The lyrics of "Down" explore the loyalty, trust and fidelity in a relationship. The song's refrain, "I'm gon' keep loving you down, down, down," speaks about the commitment to a partner.
Streaming Success
Upon its release, "Down" gained immediate traction and shot up to the top of the iTunes charts, and gained millions of streams on Spotify.
Contribution of Gucci Mane
This song marks the first collaboration of Fifth Harmony with rapper Gucci Mane, adding a distinctive verse in the song.
Live Performances
Fifth Harmony delivered notable performances of "Down" in several events like Good Morning America’s Summer Concert Series, the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and the 2017 MTV Video Music Awards.
Dance Routines
The song's music video showcased a set of choreography which went viral, inspiring numerous covers and dance renditions on social media platforms like TikTok and YouTube.

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