Don't Look Down
Philip Selway Lyrics


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And as we drift from side to side
We know there's nowhere left to hide

Don't let go
I'll catch us when we fall
What we see in the cold light
Can scare us all
All our fears will lessen in time

Don't look down, it's fine
It's one of those days
Don't run and hide
Don't look down, it's fine
Don't run and hide

Weren't you the one who'd always say
Harsh words won't make this go away
Silence the voice inside my head
Some things are better left unsaid

Don't let go
I'll catch us when we fall
What we see in the cold light
Can scare us all
All our fears will lessen in time

Don't look down, it's fine
It's one of those days
Don't run and hide
Don't look down, it's fine
Don't run and hide

I wake up with a start
And watch you sleep
Waiting for the doubts that comfort me

Don't look down, it's fine
It's one of those days
Don't run and hide




Don't look down, it's fine
Don't run and hide

Overall Meaning

In the song "Don't Look Down" by Philip Selway, the lyrics describe a feeling of uncertainty and fear, possibly related to a relationship or life in general. The line "And as we drift from side to side, we know there's nowhere left to hide" implies that the singer and their partner are lost or stuck, unable to find a way out of their situation. The repetition of the phrase "Don't look down, it's fine" throughout the song could be interpreted as a mantra to keep going despite the challenges they are facing.


The chorus of the song reinforces the idea that fear is a common experience: "What we see in the cold light can scare us all. All our fears will lessen in time." The verses describe a struggle to silence the "voice inside my head" that repeats negative thoughts, but also the comfort of having someone else by your side ("Don't let go, I'll catch us when we fall").


Overall, "Don't Look Down" is a song about the ups and downs of life and relationships, and the importance of facing fears and uncertainties head on.


Line by Line Meaning

And as we drift from side to side
As we move aimlessly, lacking direction or focus,


We know there's nowhere left to hide
We acknowledge that there is no escape from the situation.


Don't let go
Do not lose hope, do not give up,


I'll catch us when we fall
I will be there to support and protect us if we stumble or fail.


What we see in the cold light
The harsh reality, the truth that is revealed when we see things clearly and without illusions or delusions,


Can scare us all
It can be frightening and overwhelming for everyone.


All our fears will lessen in time
Over time, our fears will diminish and become easier to manage or overcome.


Don't look down, it's fine
Do not be afraid or anxious about what lies ahead or beneath us, all is well,


It's one of those days
This is just one of those moments or days that may seem challenging or difficult,


Don't run and hide
Do not avoid or hide from the situation or problem, confront it,


Weren't you the one who'd always say
Did you not use to advise against using hurtful words or being negative?


Harsh words won't make this go away
Being unkind or cruel will not solve or eradicate the issue,


Silence the voice inside my head
Suppress or eliminate the inner critic or negative self-talk that can be detrimental to our psyche.


Some things are better left unsaid
Certain topics or issues are better off not being discussed or addressed.


I wake up with a start
I regain consciousness suddenly and abruptly,


And watch you sleep
I observe you peacefully and calmly slumbering,


Waiting for the doubts that comfort me
Anticipating the insecurities or fears that bring familiarity and comfort.




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