Not a Long Way Down by The Blues (2024)

Not a Long Way Down

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Hounds of hell are barking
Right outside my door
And every time I feed them
They come back for more

Lonely desperation
Don't do me know good
Tired from never sleeping

Like I know I should

When I close my eyes
She's there to haunt my dreams

Think I missed my calling
Thought that I could fly
I just keep on falling
And it's a long way down tonight

They say I'm a bad man
Missing her is wrong
You swear that's your last goodbye
Love is finally gone
But here I am again
Staring at the moon

I can't see the bottom
Will this ever end
All I know is I'd go back up
And jump right off again

Back in that thin air
Where it's hard to breath

The opening lyrics of "Hounds of hell are barking, right outside my door, and every time I feed them they come back for more," characterize a constant state of turmoil and struggle. The imagery of the hounds of hell barking and persistently returning symbolizes inner demons and challenges that seem relentless and unyielding. This could suggest a feeling of being trapped in a cycle of negativity or difficulty that keeps coming back no matter how much effort is put into addressing it.

The following lines, "Lonely desperation don't do me no good, tired from never sleeping like I know I should," delve into feelings of isolation, hopelessness, and exhaustion. The singer seems to be overwhelmed by a sense of deep emotional distress that leaves them drained and unable to find peace or rest. The use of sleep deprivation as a metaphor for the inability to escape from inner turmoil further emphasizes the struggle and mental anguish being experienced.

The mention of haunting dreams in the line "When I close my eyes, she's there to haunt my dreams," adds another layer to the emotional turmoil described in the song. The presence of someone in the singer's dreams who seems to be a source of distress or unresolved feelings suggests unresolved emotions or past experiences that continue to affect them. This could hint at a sense of regret, longing, or nostalgia for a past relationship or loss that continues to haunt the singer.

The final verse, "All I know is I'd go back up and jump right off again, back in that thin air where it's hard to breathe," encapsulates a cyclical pattern of self-destructive behavior or thought processes. The singer appears resigned to a cycle of seeking temporary relief or escape only to find themselves back in a state of struggle and discomfort. The reference to thin air and difficulty breathing could symbolize feeling suffocated or overwhelmed by emotional weight or challenges that persist despite attempts to break free. The overall tone of the song conveys a sense of resignation, introspection, and struggle against inner demons that seem insurmountable.

Hounds of hell are barking
Troubles and obstacles are constantly present and causing disruption in my life

Right outside my door
Always close by and ready to strike

And every time I feed them
Giving in to my troubles only makes them stronger

They come back for more
They persist and continue to affect me

Lonely desperation
Feeling hopeless and isolated

Don't do me know good
Does not benefit or help me in any way

Tired from never sleeping
Exhausted from the lack of rest and peace

Like I know I should
Even though I am aware of what I should do

When I close my eyes
During moments of vulnerability and reflection

She's there to haunt my dreams
The memory of a lost love lingers and affects me

Think I missed my calling
Believing that I didn't fulfill my true purpose or potential

Thought that I could fly
Had confidence in my abilities and dreams

I just keep on falling
Continuously experiencing failure and disappointment

And it's a long way down tonight
Being overwhelmed by the challenges and struggles ahead

They say I'm a bad man
Judged and criticized for my actions or choices

Missing her is wrong
Regretting the loss of a past love

You swear that's your last goodbye
Promising to move on and let go

Love is finally gone
Accepting that the love once shared is no longer present

But here I am again
Despite efforts to move forward, I find myself stuck in the same place

Staring at the moon
Contemplating and reflecting on my life and choices

I can't see the bottom
Uncertain about the outcome or consequences of my actions

Will this ever end
Questioning if the cycle of difficulties and pain will ever stop

All I know is I'd go back up
Despite the challenges, I would still make the same mistakes

And jump right off again
Repeating the same pattern of self-destructive behavior

Back in that thin air
Returning to a vulnerable and dangerous state of mind

Where it's hard to breath
Struggling to find clarity and peace amidst chaos

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