The song "Face Down" by Unloco depicts feelings of frustration, loneliness, and a sense of abandonment. The lyrics suggest that the speaker is frustrated because they feel as though no one cares about them. They express their disappointment by signing at the world, as a way to express their discontent and hopelessness. The line "And if I grow old, then you were never there" suggests that the speaker feels a lack of support and love from someone they expected to be there for them throughout their life. The absence of this person leaves them feeling rejected and isolated. The chorus of the song reflects the speaker's struggle to find a way back to happiness and peace. They acknowledge that it's difficult to overcome the pain and find solace again. The phrase "The only way I could let this go" suggests their desire to let go of their negative emotions and move on. The lines "And if I could, then you were so over this" and "And then we face its soul" imply a broken relationship or friendship. It seems that the person the speaker is referring to has grown indifferent or has moved on, leaving the speaker feeling even more alone. However, no matter how much they try to hide their troubles, they feel like nobody truly knows what they're going through. The bridge of the song explores the speaker's inner turmoil and fear. They feel like they have been trapped in a cycle of pain and are afraid of facing it again. The line "Since I fell here, I fear" suggests that they have been struggling with these emotions for a long time. Ultimately, "Face Down" delves into the emotions of loneliness, disappointment, and the struggle to find solace. It portrays the weight of feeling unheard and unloved, as well as the desire to break free from these negative emotions.
