Don't Look Down
Rise Above: Neil Diamond's Uplifting Message in 'Don't Look Down'
Lyrics
Don't look down
Warning against looking downward, possibly a metaphor for avoiding negative thoughts or doubts.
Or you're gonna fall
Cautioning that looking down may lead to failure or setbacks.
Things are gonna get easier
Assuring that things will become easier, suggesting a positive outlook on the future.
Much too serious, lighten up
Advising not to take things too seriously and to lighten up.
This climb ain't made to be pleasing you
Indicating that the journey is not meant to please others but to achieve personal goals.
Don't look down or contemplate
Reiterating the warning not to look down or overthink the challenges.
You're doin' fine, you're makin' it
Encouraging, acknowledging progress, and affirming that the individual is doing well.
Fix both your eyes and concentrate
Emphasizing focus and concentration on the current task or goal.
Step at a time you're takin' it
Stressing the importance of taking the journey one step at a time.
Don't look down, just don't look down
Repeating the advice not to look down, reinforcing the positive mindset.
Don't look down
Reiterating the warning against looking downward.
Give a little more
Encouraging to give more effort or commitment.
Just forget how high you been
Suggesting to forget past achievements and focus on the present.
Every step becomes a floor
Highlighting that every step in the journey is significant.
Every floor is a little thin
Metaphorically expressing that progress may involve navigating challenging situations.
Don't look down or contemplate
Reiterating the advice against looking down or dwelling on challenges.
You're doin' fine, you're makin' it
Reassuring the individual about their progress and capability.
Fix both your eyes and concentrate
Emphasizing the need to maintain focus and concentration.
Step at a time you're takin' it
Encouraging a steady, step-by-step approach to the journey.
Don't look down, don't look down
Repeating the advice not to look down, reinforcing the positive mindset.
Don't look down
Reiterating the warning against looking downward.
You're getting there
Acknowledging progress and the individual's approach towards their goals.
Straight ahead to the very top
Encouraging to focus on reaching the ultimate goal, the "very top."
Sunny skies and open air
Describing positive outcomes and rewards at the end of the journey.
Ain't no glory if you stop
Emphasizing that stopping or giving up leads to a lack of achievement or glory.
Don't look down or contemplate
Reiterating the warning not to look down or dwell on challenges.
You're doin' fine, you're makin' it
Reassuring the individual about their progress and capability.
Fix both your eyes and concentrate
Emphasizing the need to maintain focus and concentration.
Step at a time you're takin' it
Encouraging a steady, step-by-step approach to the journey.
Don't look down,
Repeating the advice not to look down, reinforcing the positive mindset.
I'm sayin' don't look down
Reiterating the warning against looking downward.
(instrumental)
Instrumental break in the song.
Don't look down
Repeating the warning not to look down, possibly with a sense of urgency.
I'm beggin' now
Pleading with emphasis not to let one's senses or confidence waver.
Don't let your sense be leavin' you
Advising to stay focused on the goal and not be distracted.
Keep your mind on the straight ahead
Encouraging to keep the mind on the straight path toward success.
Some other time you'll enjoy the view
Suggesting that enjoying the view or success can come later, after achieving the goal.
Don't look down, don't look down
Repeating the advice not to look down, reinforcing the positive mindset.
Don't look down, don't look, don't look
Repeating the warning against looking downward.
Don't look down
Reiterating the caution not to look down.
No, don't look down
Emphasizing the finality of the advice not to look down.
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