The Thirteenth Floor
David Lyrics

Thirteenth floor
The title of the song, possibly referring to an imaginary or elusive place

I know that it might be something of a climb
Acknowledging that the journey may be difficult but still willing to make the effort

But I’ll take the stairs if you don’t mind
Choosing the harder path towards success or achievement, with the implied consent of a partner or companion

When we get there and overcome the risks
Anticipating the obstacles and setbacks that may come along the way

Only then we’ll realise that it does not exist
The final goal or destination may not be what was originally imagined or desired

The mythical beast is waiting
Symbolic reference to a powerful force or entity that could help solve a major problem or challenge

The one that eats the plastic
Referring to a non-existent creature that could potentially get rid of plastic pollution

And cleans up all the oceans
The mythical beast also has the ability to keep the oceans free from debris

And keeps them free from debris
Reinforces the idea of the mythical beast being a perfect solution to a major environmental issue

Who do you think cleans up all your mess
A rhetorical question that highlights personal responsibility for environmental issues

Your fast food wrappers blowing in the breeze
Illustrating how common waste items contribute to environmental pollution

Plastic bottles on the oceans now ride
Direct reference to the problem of plastic pollution in the oceans

To litter all our beaches on the tide
The negative impact of plastic pollution on natural environments

As the sunlight fades to darkness
Literal or metaphorical reference to a changing, possibly ominous situation

And out the night creatures they crawl
The emergence of hidden, dangerous elements that thrive under the cover of darkness

The man who serves the man who saves the planet
Acknowledgement of the importance of support and assistance in environmental and ecological initiatives

Is the man that no one ever saw
The work of those who provide essential support behind the scenes often goes unnoticed or unrecognized

‘Cause he’s the mythical beast
Revisiting the idea of a powerful, elusive force with seemingly magical powers

The one you trust in blindly
Highlighting the faith and hope placed in a hypothetical solution to environmental challenges

Now the world is waking
Implying a global shift in awareness and action towards environmental issues

To the threat of our own making
The acknowledgement that human actions have led to the current environmental crisis and the need for corrective measures