He ran on top of it in attempt to reach a ladder
Now sometimes, he'd get so close but never touch his destination

from Eyedea & Abilities – Color My World Mine Lyrics on Rap Genius

Within the mind you can only go so far in describing and finding/realizing your true essence. Hence while trying, the man is unable to touch his “destination” (of spirituality) — causing frustration

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