The Climb
No Doubt Lyrics


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Step by step I come closer to reaching the top
Every step must be placed so that I don't fall off
Looking down to see about how much higher I am
Another cool wind comes through, brushes my skin
Oh, the harder I push the tension does grow
I gather my thoughts the further and further I go
With some luck I just might keep on climbing
So better to climb than to face a fall (face a fall)

So high the climb (So high the climb)
I can't turn back now
Must keep climbing up to the clouds
So high the climb (So high the climb)
Can't turn back now
Must keep climbing up to the clouds

Oh pulling myself up by a rop I better my view
The only thing in sight is what I must do
As I turned I could see myself falling, falling, falling
Which in return gave me strength for the climb

So high the climb (So high the climb)
I can't turn back now (can't turn back now)
Must keep climbing up to the clouds
So high the climb (So high the climb)
I can't turn back now (can't turn back now)
Must keep climbing up to the clouds

Although the many failed
I must now prevail with no question
Have no time to stop
Onward to the top of the mountain
And I, I can't turn back now
It's so very high but I can't turn back now
If I keep it up, I'm gonna make it
I'm so very close can't you see

So high the climb (So high the climb)
I can't turn back now (can't turn back now)
Must keep climbing up to the clouds
So high the climb (So high the climb)
I can't turn back now (can't turn back now)
Must keep climbing up to the clouds

So high the climb (So high the climb)
I can't turn back now (can't turn back now)
Must keep climbing up to the clouds

Getting closer
Getting closer
Coming closer
Getting closer

Looking back to
Looking back to you
Looking back to
Looking back to you
Looking back to
Looking back to you
Looking back to

(To the top, to the top, to the top, to the top)
Climb up to the top, to the top, to the top
Looking back to you




Looking back to
Looking back to you

Overall Meaning

The song "The Climb" by No Doubt talks about the journey of climbing to the top and the challenges that come with it. The lyrics describe the physical and mental struggles of climbing a mountain, as the singer fights the tension and fear of falling off with every step they take. The metaphorical meaning is of course much greater and says that life can be a climb, and that this climb can be full of challenges that must be overcome. The lyrics remind us to stay focused and persevere, that even when we must pull ourselves up (literally and figuratively), we can't let ourselves falter, because the reward at the end is worth the struggle.


The chorus of "So high the climb" is a powerful reminder of the ultimate goal of reaching the top. The verses are poetic and full of imagery that help the listener to feel as though they are taking the same journey as the singer, as they climb higher and higher, facing their fears and doubts along the way. The bridge describes the sense of determination that comes from facing an obstacle and overcoming it, and the outro brings the song to a close with the idea that the climb is not over—there is always another peak to reach.


Line by Line Meaning

Step by step I come closer to reaching the top
I am making progress towards achieving my goal, but it requires patience and taking small steps


Every step must be placed so that I don't fall off
Each action I take must be deliberate and thought out to ensure that I do not fail or make a mistake


Looking down to see about how much higher I am
I stop and reflect on the progress I have made and how far I still have to go


Another cool wind comes through, brushes my skin
The environment around me is constantly changing and may present challenges, but I must keep moving forward


Oh, the harder I push the tension does grow
The more effort I put in, the more difficult the climb becomes and the more pressure I feel


I gather my thoughts the further and further I go
As I climb higher, I take time to think and strategize my next moves


With some luck I just might keep on climbing
Even though success is not guaranteed, positive outcomes are possible and I must remain hopeful


So better to climb than to face a fall (face a fall)
It is better to continue pushing myself towards success than to give up and fail


Oh pulling myself up by a rope I better my view
I work hard to improve my situation and gain a better perspective by relying on my own strength and determination


The only thing in sight is what I must do
My focus is solely on the task at hand and what I need to accomplish to reach the top


As I turned I could see myself falling, falling, falling
Despite my efforts, failure is always a possibility and I must be prepared to face it


Which in return gave me strength for the climb
Instead of becoming discouraged, I use my failures as motivation to push harder and continue climbing


Although the many failed
Others may have failed before me, but I am determined to succeed where they did not


I must now prevail with no question
I must succeed without any doubt or hesitation in my abilities


Have no time to stop
There is no time to rest or take a break - I must keep moving forward


Onward to the top of the mountain
My ultimate goal is to reach the top of the mountain, and I am committed to doing whatever it takes to get there


And I, I can't turn back now
I am so close to achieving my goal that turning back is not an option


It's so very high but I can't turn back now
Although the climb is difficult and the goal seems far away, giving up is not an option for me


If I keep it up, I'm gonna make it
I am confident that if I continue to work hard and persevere, I will eventually achieve my goal


I'm so very close can't you see
Despite the challenges I face, I am so close to achieving my goal that I can almost taste it


Getting closer
I am gradually making progress towards my goal


Coming closer
I am approaching my goal with determination and focus


(To the top, to the top, to the top, to the top) Climb up to the top, to the top, to the top
My goal is to reach the top, and I must continue climbing until I get there


Looking back to you
Although I am focused on my goal, I am also aware of the support and encouragement I receive from others




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ERIC STEFANI

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