“Looking Up” by Sidewalk Prophets beautifully captures the raw reality of reaching one’s lowest moments and finding hope amidst despair.
Opening with a poignant encounter, the song describes a man holding a cardboard sign, sharing a brief yet powerful glimpse into his life: “There’s a long list of roads to rock bottom, just a handful of ways to climb out.” This line reminds listeners that while many paths lead us astray, climbing back requires faith and resilience. The song’s message resonates with anyone who’s ever felt defeated, encouraging them to look beyond their circumstances and find strength in the divine. With themes of vulnerability, strength, and hope, “Looking Up” emphasizes that sometimes, life’s hardest punches—“strong enough to make Superman’s knees hit the ground”—are what lead us back to faith.
The second verse transitions to self-reflection, as the narrator contemplates past mistakes and dead ends in the rearview. It’s a stirring reminder that everyone has struggles, and when they hit rock bottom, they’re often inspired to turn their gaze “up to the Father, who calls you His own.” This uplifting anthem offers a message for believers and seekers alike: even when life’s challenges seem insurmountable, “If you get low enough, you’ll start looking up.” Through the honest lens of personal testimony, Sidewalk Prophets weave a song that’s relatable and redemptive, reminding listeners to find solace and strength in God.
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Song Lyrics: Looking Up feat. Megan Danielle by Sidewalk Prophets
Holes in his jeans
Old shoes on his feet
With a cardboard sign at a red light
Got a few dollars out
Rolled my window down
Said, “I hope this helps you get by”
He said, “Man I won’t tell my whole story
But I’ll tell you this much”
There’s a long list of roads to rock bottom
Just a handful of ways to climb out
Yeah I’ve been hit with some punches
Strong enough to make Superman’s knees hit the ground
Some things will make you start praying
Whether you believe in God or not
If you get low enough, you’ll start looking up
Took his words with me
As the light turned green
Started looking back on my life
The wrong turns in the rear view
And all of my fears too
Rushed to the front of my mind
I’ve seen more than my share of dead ends
So, I can tell you this much
There’s a long list of roads to rock bottom
Just a handful of ways to climb out
Yeah I’ve been hit with some punches
Strong enough to make Superman’s knees hit the ground
Some things will make you start praying
Whether you believe in God or not
If you get low enough, you’ll start looking up
Up to the heavens
Asking for help
Saying Lord I can’t do this by myself
Up to the Father
Who calls you his own
Up to the one who can bring you back home
There’s a long list of roads to rock bottom
But He is the only way out
And yeah I’ve been hit with some punches
Strong enough to make Superman’s knees hit the ground
Some things will make you start praying
Whether you believe in God or not
If you get low enough, you’ll start looking up
If you get low enough