When I'm Up
Great Big Sea
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I am the fountain of affection I'm the instrument of joy And to keep the good times rolling I'm the boy, I'm the boy, You know the world could be our oyster, You just put your trust in me, Cause we'll keep the good times rolling Wait and see, wait and see, oh wait and see! His exhalation, a sweet disintegration. A few discolorations, then it comes along Up is why he chooses, the kisses and the bruises There ain't nothing he refuses, then it comes along It comes along, and I am lifted, I am lifted, I am lifted! When I'm up I can't get down Can't get down, can't get level When I'm up I can't get down Get my feet back on the ground When I'm up I can't get down Can't get down, can't get level When I'm up I can't get down Get my feet back on the ground He just needs, something to blind him Something to wind him up It won't take long to find him When it comes on strong. Wise guys are grinning, street lights are spinning The night is just beginning, and then it comes on strong It comes on strong, and I am lifted, I am lifted, I am lifted! When I'm up I can't get down Can't get down, can't get level When I'm up I can't get down Get my feet back on the ground When I'm up I can't get down Can't get down, can't get level When I'm up I can't get down Get my feet back on the ground Oh it comes on strong, and I am lifted. It comes on strong, and I am lifted. I am lifted, I am lifted! When I'm up I can't get down Can't get down, can't get level When I'm up I can't get down Get my feet back on the ground When I'm up I can't get down Can't get down, can't get level When I'm up I can't get down Get my feet back on the ground
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Written by: ALAN PROSSER, IAN TELFER, JOHN JONES
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Origin"When I'm Up" is a song by Canadian folk-rock band Great Big Sea.
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ReleaseIt was released on June 27, 1997, as the lead single from their third studio album, "Play."
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SongwritersThe song was written by Ian Telfer, Alan Prosser, and John Jones, members of British folk rock band Oysterband.
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GenreThe music incorporates elements of folk rock and Celtic folk music, reflecting Great Big Sea's typical sound.
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Song ThemeThe song serves as a rallying cry for positivity, with lyrics like "I may be ten thousand miles away, but I'll still be humming this tune."
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 11 on the RPM Canadian singles chart.
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Cover VersionGreat Big Sea has stated that their version of "When I'm Up" is one of their most popular covers and has become a staple of their live performances.
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Music VideoThe music video for "When I'm Up" features the band performing against a black background, interspersed with clips of a bird flying over various landscapes, symbolizing freedom and the power to rise.
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Fan FavouriteFans love the song for its uplifting lyrics and melody. It is often requested during live shows.
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RecognitionAlthough Great Big Sea disbanded in 2013, "When I'm Up" remains one of their most recognized and beloved songs.
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