Don't Look Down
OneRepublic Lyrics


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Hey, I can hear you talking
Say, don't look down, don't look down.
Hey, I can hear you preaching
Say don't leave me fall, fall.




Overall Meaning

In OneRepublic's song Don't Look Down, the lyrics convey a message of perseverance and overcoming obstacles. The first two lines, "Hey, I can hear you talking. Say, don't look down, don't look down," can be interpreted as someone trying to encourage another person to stay positive and not give up, even when things get tough. This is reinforced by the next two lines, "Hey, I can hear you preaching. Say don't leave me fall, fall," where the singer is asking for support and help to keep from falling down, both physically and emotionally.


Throughout the song, there are references to climbing mountains and taking risks, which symbolize the challenges and struggles that come with achieving one's goals. The repeated phrase "don't look down" is a metaphor for not letting fear and doubt control you, and instead, pushing through and reaching for greatness. The song's powerful build-up and catchy chorus serve as an anthem for anyone who has faced obstacles and overcome them through perseverance and determination.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey, I can hear you talking
I am aware that you are discussing something.


Say, don't look down, don't look down.
Please do not lose hope and despair.


Hey, I can hear you preaching
I acknowledge your words of advice.


Say don't leave me fall, fall.
Please do not abandon me to my fate of failure.




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: BRENT MICHAEL KUTZLE, RYAN TEDDER

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Comments from YouTube:

Tilly

I absolutely adore this song, it gives me the chills, and I remember them opening with it live and all the lights were down and it was the most intense and beautiful atmosphere ever, you couldn't see them or anyone else, and all you could hear was this. Incredible!

Jasmine McGarigle

This song makes me feel like I'm up in a golden sky, and I'm looking down on the earth. Β <3

Marykate Herrera

Always brings tears to my eyes and gives me goosebumps

Brendan G

One of the most beautiful songs ever!

Josemar Martins

Perfeição ❀

Alan-Michael

What some people aren't realizing is how this song transitions straight from Preacher and ends the basic album, but is used as a transitional song for the rest of the album. Think of it as a continuation of Preacher.Β 
Also, not all songs HAVE to be long. There is power is short pieces as well.

Monica Azzad

OneRepublic never disappoints<3

David

What I would do for this song to be full length! One of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard, and when it's over I'm still wanting more!

Just Chilling

❀ Beautiful ❀. I wish they made a longer version. Too good to be too short.

maria silva Rodrigues

It means that whatever happens , wherever we are, we are connected to the people we love the most and that even if we are distant from them , we are always together.
'' Don't leave me fall '' , help me, guide me, take care of me, be with me every time, let me share this moment with you, to show you how much i love you

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