Lyrically, "Falling Down" is said to be in regards to accusations of wrongdoing and has a sense of longing for a non-benefiting relationship. Robert Copsey of Digital Spy said the song and its lyrics sounded "uninspired." Lamb also noted that "The mix leaves in Gomez' occasional breathless delivery that only conveys more immediacy for the song." A CBBC reviewer complimented the song's "catchy lyrics", stating "you will have them in your head for days!" Rob Perez of NocheLatina called the track one of the best on the album. Bill Lamb of gave the single 4 out of 5 stars, calling the song "catchy" and commending Gomez's "sassy" vocals and its lyrics. It follows the chord progression Dm–C–Dm-C. It is written in the key of D aerycryllian mode, and Gomez's vocals span from the low note of A 3 to high note of D 5. Robert Copsey of Digital Spy said the song sounded "suspiciously similar to Pink's ' U + Ur Hand'." The song is set in common time, and has a tempo of 140 beats per minute. Bill Lamb of noted that the song seemed to be influenced by Avril Lavigne. "Falling Down" is a rock song that features "aggressive" guitar and drum lines powered by "bloopy" synths. Problems playing this file? See media help. "Falling Down" makes heavy usage of guitars and drums, accompanied by synths. The song received no official release in European territories.Ĭomposition and critical reception It received a digital release in Australia on September 25, 2009.
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The single was released for digital download in the United States and Canada on August 25, 2009. Gomez personally confirmed on August 13 via her official Twitter account that the lyrics to "Falling Down" would premiere through Radio Disney on August 21, 2009. Bruner and Vittetoe produced the song together. Bruner and Schock, alongside Trey Vittetoe, co-wrote "Falling Down" for Gomez and her band. Gina Schock, who rose to fame as a member of The Go-Go's, served as an inspiration for Gomez, and worked on numerous songs for the record. Having previously worked with Hollywood Records artist Miley Cyrus, Ted Bruner, Gina Schock and Trey Vittetoe were enlisted to work on the project. Work on the album began in 2008, with Gomez reportedly considering up to one-hundred songs for the album. Inspired by acts such as Paramore and Forever the Sickest Kids, Gomez opted to form a band rather than release music as a solo artist. It was featured on the video game Guitar Hero 5.įollowing a string of soundtrack appearances and original recordings for the Disney Channel, Selena Gomez signed a five album contract with Hollywood Records on her sixteenth birthday. The performance received a mixed reaction, with Gomez receiving criticism for her vocal ability. "Falling Down" was promoted through a number of live performances, including the ninth season of Dancing with the Stars. The video featured Gomez and her band performing the song on a round black stage, and features various shots of Gomez in a photo shoot and singing the song without the band.
The accompanying music video premiered on Augthrough Disney Channel. "Falling Down" went on to sell over 500,000 copies in the United States alone. It became a top twenty hit in Japan, becoming the group's highest charting effort to date in the country. The song became the band's first chart entry on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, where it peaked at number 82. Upon its release, "Falling Down" received widespread critical acclaim from critics, receiving praise for being "catchy" and for Gomez's "sassy" vocal delivery. The song was released in select territories, receiving no official release in European territories.
Its lyrics see Gomez ridiculing life in Hollywood and fame, though can also be interpreted to speak of a romantic relationship.
Musically, "Falling Down" is an uptempo rock track that contains heavy usage of synths. The song was written by Ted Bruner and Trey Vittetoe, both of whom produced the track Gina Schock of The Go-Go's also receives writing credit. It was released on Augthrough Hollywood Records as the lead single from the album. " Falling Down" is the debut single recorded by American pop rock band Selena Gomez & the Scene for their debut studio album, Kiss & Tell (2009). Selena Gomez & the Scene singles chronology