The Ladder
Belle Andrew Lyrics
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Faithless you and selfish me
I will leave a key for you outside my doorway
Woe is me
One if by the land or two by sea
So won't you leave for me a light outside your doorway
All this clatter between my ears I find
Does it matter if I can't clear my mind
There's a right and a wrong time
Woe is me
Sentimental you and faithful me
I will be the one to gaze on you discreetly
Slow your speed
Turn yourself around and follow me
'Cause I will be the one who preys upon you sweetly
On a ladder from there to here we'll climb
All this clatter between my ears I find
Does it matter if I can't clear my mind
There's a right and a wrong time
Ooh
Ooh
Ooh
Ooh
On a ladder from there to here I'll climb
All this clatter between my ears I find
Does it matter if I can't clear my mind
There's a right and a wrong time
There's a right and a wrong time
There's a right and a wrong time
Ooh
Ooh
Ooh
Ooh
In "The Ladder," Belle Andrews sings about a love that is both complicated and intense. The song begins with a confession of pain and uncertainty as Belle reflects on her own self-centeredness and the faithlessness of her partner. Nevertheless, she's willing to leave a key outside her doorway and asks her partner to leave a light outside theirs. Perhaps she's extending an olive branch in the name of forgiveness.
The line "On a ladder from there to here we'll climb" is extremely symbolic. It could represent the ups and downs of a relationship or the different stages of life itself. Belle is saying that it doesn't matter how many thoughts are cluttering her mind at any given moment, what's important is that there's a right and a wrong time for everything.
The chorus repeats this sentiment and signals the importance of timing. The line "there's a right and a wrong time" could signify a lot of things, but most importantly, it suggests that even though there may be struggles on this journey, as long as they're in sync, they can move forward. The song ends with soft vocals from Belle repeated multiple times.
Line by Line Meaning
Woe is me
I am distressed and unhappy
Faithless you and selfish me
You lack trust and I am focused on my own interests
I will leave a key for you outside my doorway
I will provide you with access even when I am not present
One if by the land or two by sea
A signal indicating that the way ahead is unclear
So won't you leave for me a light outside your doorway
Provide me with guidance so that I may find my way
On a ladder from there to here we'll climb
Together we will ascend and make progress
All this clatter between my ears I find
I am plagued by my own thoughts and concerns
Does it matter if I can't clear my mind
Is it important if I am unable to find clarity
There's a right and a wrong time
Timing is key
Sentimental you and faithful me
You are guided by emotions and I am committed
I will be the one to gaze on you discreetly
I will observe you while keeping my distance
Slow your speed
Take your time
Turn yourself around and follow me
Let me lead you
'Cause I will be the one who preys upon you sweetly
I will woo and captivate you in a pleasant way
Ooh
A vocalization expressing emotion
There's a right and a wrong time
Timing is key
Ooh
A vocalization expressing emotion
Ooh
A vocalization expressing emotion
Ooh
A vocalization expressing emotion
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turquoise311
There isn't a single song by him that I don't like. Andrew Belle<3
JustJudy
Can’t get bored from it ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Ax88
Andrew Belle is such a brilliant singer/songwriter!! Such an inspiration!!
beatriz tavares
Linda *--* amei!!!
Gabriel Martins
Magnífico
Isaiah M.
Great song. Great musician. Love it.
rissi03
i knew i was going to love this song after the first 10 seconds, no joke
Bartha Anamaria
Nice lyrics. Love it!
bstokes005
just saw him in Dallas for the first time. Great performance.
xoMUSICismyESCAPEox
such an amazing song :)