Staircase
Rascal Experience Lyrics

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If I could tell a place I've ever been that made me feel like I'm home
That place would be close to the staircase's surface all along
Don't feel free to go wrong to where you know you're all alone
But who knows, you can come and see the unknown

Should be any doubt of what's the best
When you've seen all the choices and chose
What makes you feel more alive then

Anything you could be doing
Living fated to be grounded
Under words that weren't cited
But don't tell me you couldn't

There are more steps
That can't be set
In this staircase
Rise

Take me to the first place that I thought it could be right
By the staircase's vice against any other fright

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Staircase" by Rascal Experience tell the story of a person searching for a place that makes them feel truly at home. They describe the feeling of finding that place, which happens to be near a staircase. The lyrics also suggest that this place may not be easy to find, and may even be a bit scary or unknown at first. However, the singer encourages the listener to take a chance and explore this unknown space.

The verses describe the singer's sense of certainty about their chosen path, even when others may doubt their choices. The repetition of the phrase "living fated to be grounded" suggests that the singer is comfortable with the idea of being rooted in one place. They know what they like and what makes them feel alive, and they are not afraid to pursue those things. The chorus then encourages the listener to keep going, even when it feels like there are no more steps left to climb. The final line, "take me to the first place that I thought it could be right," suggests that the singer is looking back on their journey and reflecting on the moment when they found their true home.

Overall, the lyrics of "Staircase" convey a sense of determination and comfort in one's own choices. The song encourages listeners to take risks and explore the unknown, even when it feels scary.

Line by Line Meaning

If I could tell a place I've ever been that made me feel like I'm home
If I were to describe a place that gave me a sense of belonging

That place would be close to the staircase's surface all along
It would be near the top of the staircase

Don't feel free to go wrong to where you know you're all alone
Don't venture off to a place where you'll feel isolated and lost

But who knows, you can come and see the unknown
However, there is always the possibility of exploring something new and unfamiliar

Should be any doubt of what's the best
If there is any uncertainty about what is optimal

When you've seen all the choices and chose
After examining all options and making a decision

What makes you feel more alive then
Whatever brings you the most vitality

Anything you could be doing
Could be an activity or experience

Living fated to be grounded
Being destined to stay confined in one place

Under words that weren't cited
Subject to unsaid or unacknowledged restrictions

But don't tell me you couldn't
However, don't claim that it was impossible to overcome these limitations