"I Can't Stand Up For Falling Down" is a song by Elvis Costello and The Attractions, originally released in 1980. The song was written by Homer Banks and Allen Jones and was later covered by Elvis Costello for his album "Get Happy!!". The song revolves around the theme of heartbreak and the struggles of trying to maintain love and a relationship. The lyrics depict a narrator who has been hurt multiple times and is feeling the bitterness of their own tears. They express the lonely and sad emotions that their heart can only feel. The chorus repeats the line "I can't stand up for falling down," emphasizing the narrator's inability to protect themselves from constantly getting hurt in relationships. They feel trapped in a cycle of falling down and being let down by love. The lyrics also express confusion and questioning about why love is so complicated and why they aren't being loved the way they deserve. The narrator has experienced heartaches, fear, despair, and tears but still longs for love. Despite the vow made with their partner, it is broken, but that doesn't stop the narrator from continuing to love them. This showcases their vulnerability and willingness to hold onto love even when it hurts. Overall, "I Can't Stand Up For Falling Down" conveys the emotional struggles of a person who has been repeatedly hurt in love and their determination to keep going despite the pain.
