Upside Down

Album: Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies for the Film Curious George (2006)
Charted: 30 38
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Songfacts®:

  • "Upside Down" is one of the songs Jack Johnson recorded for the soundtrack of the 2006 movie Curious George. This song pairs well with the movie, as Curious George is a monkey who is often hanging upside down and looking on the world in wonderment. The song had appeal far beyond the movie, as the gentle message of looking at things from a different perspective resonated with listeners. It became Johnson's first Top 40 hit and helped the Curious George soundtrack become the first soundtrack to an animated film to hit #1 since Pocahontas in 1995. >>
    Suggestion credit:
    Bertrand - Paris, France
  • The melody of this song is adapted from an earlier unreleased Jack Johnson song called "Walk Alone." >>
    Suggestion credit:
    Beau - Phoenix, AZ
  • The song went viral on TikTok in September 2024, thanks to a trend where people flipped each other upside down.

Comments: 6

  • AnonymousI cry ugly tears when ever I listen to this song because it reminds me of simpler times
  • AnonymousI love this song, it's just so peaceful
  • AnonymousThis song makes me cry. This really just reminds me of how much beauty there is in this world. My all time favorite song.
  • Dawn from St LouisFor me this song sums up what I hope I have given my 20 year old daughter & 18 year old son as a parent. A curiosity, excitement & joy about this world. And a security in my love for them as they move through it.
  • Camille from Toronto, OhEasy, breezy tune in a John Mayer style. Very subtle and pleasant to listen to. Timeless as well.
  • Ben from Sudbury, OnThis is one of my favorite songs because it has a very soothing tempo and rhythm. It won't make you plug your ears and I would say it rates number 5 on my favorite lists
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