In the heart of the city, climbing high
Are the metal stairs that touch the sky
Fire escapes, the unsung heroes true
Guiding us to safety, when troubles brew
When flames ignite and smoke billows higher
We rely on these structures, made of wire
A silent savior in times of peril and woe
An escape route to freedom, that we all know
With each step upwards, our hearts race
As we cling to hope in this perilous place
Fire escapes, the symbol of strength and might
Shining in the darkness, like a beacon bright
So here’s to the unsung heroes above
The fire escapes, the city’s lifeline of love
In times of chaos and disaster’s hard strife
They lead us to safety, the essence of life