down to be wrong Lyrics
[Verse 1]
Down to be wrong
Don’t need to be right
I left you the keys
I left on the lights
I locked myself out
Of the house
I’m on the next flight
You can’t talk me out of it, yeah
[Verse 2]
From the window seat
I can see the street
Where we used to sleep
It was all dream
You thought I would fall
Back in your arms
But I lost my heart
And the future’s gone with it
[Chorus]
Oh, I bet you wish it could be easy
To change my mind
Oh, I bet you wish it could be easy
But it’s not this time
[Verse 3]
I ain’t coming back
I ain’t coming down
I was so high last night
I thought, “Burn it to the ground”
You never helped me
It was like hell for me
But you’re the greatest pretender
So just keep pretending
Just keep pretending
[Chorus]
Oh, I bet you wish it could be easy
To change my mind
Oh, I bet you wish it could be easy
But it’s not this time
[Bridge]
Boy, I crushed my whole heart
Trying to fit my soul into your arms
And I crushed up these pills
And I still couldn’t take ’em
I still couldn’t take ’em
[Chorus]
I bet you wish it could be easy
To change my mind
I bet you wish it could be easy
But it’s not this time
Oh, did you think it would keep me busy
Holding the line?
Oh, I didn’t think it would be so easy
‘Til I left it behind
[Outro]
Down to be wrong
Don’t need to be right
Down to be wrong
Don’t need to be right
Down to be wrong (This train won’t turn around)
Don’t need to be right (The light’s cutting through the clouds)
Down to be wrong (My feet are on the ground)
Don’t need to be right (And I keep walking)
Down to be wrong (Don’t need you to understand)
Don’t need to be right (I don’t know if you can)
Down to be wrong (Red lights are up ahead)
Don’t need to be right (But I’ll keep walking)
Down to be wrong
Don’t need to be right
Down to be wrong
Summary of this Song Lyrics
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HAIM’s “down to be wrong” song tells the story of someone breaking free from a toxic relationship and reclaiming their sense of self. The artist expresses a willingness to be misunderstood or seen as “wrong” because they no longer need validation from the person who hurt them. Despite leaving behind a shared past—symbolized by a house, a street, and emotional memories—they’re committed to moving on, even boarding a plane to escape.
The verses reflect painful experiences, from emotional neglect to pretending everything was fine. The chorus repeats the idea that while the other person may hope for reconciliation or an easy return, that’s no longer possible. The bridge reveals the artist’s deep internal struggle, hinting at self-destructive thoughts while trying to fit into someone else’s expectations, only to realize it was futile.
By the end, there’s a sense of empowerment. The repeated outro emphasizes personal strength and forward momentum, even in the face of uncertainty. They’re done explaining, done hoping to be understood—the decision to move on is final. The song captures themes of heartbreak, resilience, and the strength it takes to walk away from something that no longer serves you, even when it’s painful to do so.
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Audio Credits & Details
Artist : HAIM
Album : I quit
Lyricists : Danielle Haim, Alana Haim, Rostam, Este Haim
Musicians : Danielle Haim, Rostam
Label : Columbia Records, Polydor Records
Genre: Rock
Date: April 25, 2025