This page features a video of the poem “Mountain Climbing”, prescribed under the Karnataka State Syllabus for 7th Standard English Second Language. Along with its summary in three languages and transliterated songs. It serves as a valuable learning resource for students and parents, with each song accompanied by its respective lyrics for easy sing-along. The synchronized lyrics help learners follow and recite the song as it progresses, making memorization and learning by heart easier, more effective, and enjoyable.
Lyrics
English
Through the mist
up the winding road
to the mountain high
I did climb.
Eager I walk
over stones and dust
higher and higher
lost in my mind.
Legs aching
from the assent
chest rising and falling
'tis not easy I find.
Breathless
reaching for the sky
searching the blue
clouds cover eyes blind.
Stumbling now
stones loose
muscles grow numb
tackling the incline.
Apex reached
breathless fascination
the world beneath me
conquered...now mine.
up the winding road
to the mountain high
I did climb.
Eager I walk
over stones and dust
higher and higher
lost in my mind.
Legs aching
from the assent
chest rising and falling
'tis not easy I find.
Breathless
reaching for the sky
searching the blue
clouds cover eyes blind.
Stumbling now
stones loose
muscles grow numb
tackling the incline.
Apex reached
breathless fascination
the world beneath me
conquered...now mine.
Summary
The poem describes a challenging climb up a winding mountain road through mist. The speaker continues to walk over stones and dust even though the climb causes physical pain and exhaustion. His legs ache, his breathing becomes difficult, and his muscles grow numb as he tackles the steep path. Despite these difficulties, he keeps moving toward the summit. When he finally reaches the top, he feels fascinated by the world below and experiences the satisfaction of overcoming the challenge.
Author
Laura Howell