The Ladder
The Revolution Lyrics


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Once upon a time in the land of Sin-aplenty
There lived a king who didn't deserve to be
He knew not where he came from
Nor where he was going
He never once said thank you, never please

Now this king he had a subject named Electra
Who loved him with a passion, uncontested
For him each day she had a smile
But it didn't matter
The king was looking for the ladder

Everybody's looking for the ladder
Everybody wants salvation of the soul
The steps you take are no easy road
But the reward is great
For those who want for go

A feeling of self-worth will caress you
The size of the whole wide world will decrease
The love of God's creation will undress you
And time spent alone my friend, will cease

Everybody's looking for the answers
How the story started and how it will end
What's the use in half a story, half a dream
You have to climb all of the steps in between (yeah, we ride)

Everybody's looking for the ladder
Everybody wants salvation of the soul
The steps you take are no easy road
But the reward is great
For those who want to go (I do)

Everybody, everybody's looking (Everybody's looking for the answers)
For the answers
Everybody wants to know how the story (How the story started)
Started and how it will end (started and how it will end)
What's the use in half a story, (What's the use in half a story)
Half a dream (half of a dream)
You, you gotta climb, you gotta climb (you have to climb all)
All of the steps in between (the steps in between)

Everybody
Everybody's looking for that ladder (Everybody's looking for the ladder)
Everybody wants salvation of the soul (Everybody wants salvation of the soul)
The steps you take are no easy road (the steps you take are no easy road)
But the reward is great (the reward is great)
For those who want to go, (for those who want to go)
Those who want to go

Everybody, everybody wants (Everybody's looking for the answers)
An answer
Anyone who know how the story (How the story started)
Started, how it will end (started and how it will end)




Will it be lonely in the world (What's the use in half a story)
What's the use? (half of a dream)

Overall Meaning

The Revolution's song "The Ladder" is a powerful commentary on the human search for fulfillment and meaning. The lyrics speak of a king who is unhappy and unfulfilled, and who is searching for something more. He has a devoted subject named Electra who loves him deeply, but is unable to fulfill his deepest desires. The king is constantly searching for "the ladder", a metaphor for the path to salvation and spiritual enlightenment.


The song speaks to the universal human desire to find meaning and purpose in life. The lyrics suggest that the path to fulfillment is not an easy one, and that it requires hard work and commitment. The reward, however, is great – a feeling of self-worth and connection with the world around us. The song suggests that the search for the ladder is a constant one, and that we must continue to climb higher and higher in search of fulfillment.


"The Ladder" is a beautiful and insightful song that challenges us to consider our own search for meaning and purpose. It speaks to the human desire to find something greater than ourselves, and offers a powerful message of hope and inspiration.


Line by Line Meaning

Once upon a time in the land of Sin-aplenty
In a faraway place called Sin-aplenty, a story began


There lived a king who didn't deserve to be
A king resided in the land, but he was not worthy


He knew not where he came from
The king did not know his origin


Nor where he was going
He also did not know his destination


He never once said thank you, never please
The king had no manners, never uttering gratitude or politeness


Now this king he had a subject named Electra
One of his subjects named Electra was devoted to him


Who loved him with a passion, uncontested
She loved him intensely, without any doubt


For him each day she had a smile
Every day, she smiled for him


But it didn't matter
But her love went unnoticed


The king was looking for the ladder
The king was searching for something more


Everybody's looking for the ladder
Everyone is searching for something more in life


Everybody wants salvation of the soul
Everyone desires spiritual healing and redemption


The steps you take are no easy road
The path towards spiritual salvation is challenging


But the reward is great
However, the payoff is significant


For those who want for go
For those who are willing to make the journey


A feeling of self-worth will caress you
Attaining spiritual salvation will make you feel worthwhile


The size of the whole wide world will decrease
Your problems will seem smaller in the grand scheme of things


The love of God's creation will undress you
You will experience a pure love for all of creation


And time spent alone my friend, will cease
You will no longer feel alone when you have spiritual salvation


Everybody's looking for the answers
Everyone seeks answers to life's mysteries


How the story started and how it will end
They want to know how life began and how it will end


What's the use in half a story, half a dream
Knowing only part of the story or having incomplete dreams is pointless


You have to climb all of the steps in between
To fully experience life, one must persevere through all the ups and downs


Everybody wants to know how the story
Everyone desires to understand life's narrative


Started and how it will end
They want to know the beginning and end of life's journey


What's the use in half a story,
Incomplete information about life is wasted potential


Half a dream
Having only partial aspirations for life is not enough


You, you gotta climb, you gotta climb
To achieve anything in life, you must work hard and persevere


All of the steps in between
The path to success is not simple and requires dedication


Everybody wants an answer
People seek clarity and understanding


Anyone who know how the story
Anyone who understands the narrative


Will it be lonely in the world
They wonder if they will feel alone in the world


What's the use?
What's the point of anything without clear answers or understanding?




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN L. NELSON

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