Music Appreciation
"Way Down We Go" has resonated far beyond the confines of KALEO's albums -- its haunting tones have been featured in numerous movies, TV shows, commercials, and even video games. Written by Jökull Júlíusson (JJ Julius Son), KALEO's lead vocalist and guitarist, the track was released on August 7, 2015, as the second single from their album A/B. Its rich presence across media -- from shows like Grey's Anatomy and Lucifer to film trailers for Logan and video games such as FIFA 16 -- has helped it achieve multi-platinum status in multiple countries.
Musically, "Way Down We Go" merges soulful blues-rock with a slow-burn build that mirrors the intensity of its meaning. The lyrical core -- "Oh Father, tell me, do we get what we deserve?" -- uses biblical imagery to dive into themes of sin, guilt, consequence, and introspection. JJ's vocal delivery grows more powerful with each repetition, supported by a bluesy guitar solo that perfectly aligns with the mood -- intimate yet escalating in intensity. The musical arrangement's steady beat and rising tension reflect the very act of "falling" emotionally or spiritually, with the repeated chorus echoing that inevitable descent.
The official music video, directed by Shaun Silva in 2016, begins with JJ at the piano -- alone and brooding -- before shifting to cuts of the full band performing on stage. Silva employs dramatic film coloration and lighting to evoke both warmth and shadow, blending sepia and cool tones across shots. This interplay underscores the emotional highs and lows of the song: raw intimacy at the piano, collective release with the band, and then back to solitary reflection as the video closes on JJ at the keys.
Sources:
Wikipedia
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https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7278154/
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