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Letter To A Friend
Gotthard Lyrics


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Hello, my friend, how’s your life today?
You don’t wanna talk but there’s so much to say
I won’t trust your eyes again ‘cause I know they tell me lies
Hello, my friend, how’s your life today?

Hello, my friend, it’s not time to pray
Don’t close your eyes, there’s a life to live your way
I know how hard it is, don’t you loose your faith
Come on, my friend, don’t throw your life away

I know you’re waiting for an answer now
Listen, hope you won’t give up too soon
There’s so much left to say
And still it’s not too late to change your mind

Take a look into the mirror, better open up your eyes
And I hope this letter helps you find your way
Find your way

Hello, my friend, how are you today?
I’m reading all your stories, they’re written on your face
You forgot your heart and what it’s got to say
Hello my friend, how are you today

Here’s my letter now with a message from the heart
That’s all my friend, that’s all I have to say
All I have to say

Hello, my friend, how's your life today?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Gotthard's "Letter To A Friend" speak to a deep concern for a friend who is struggling with life. The opening lines convey a sense of urgency, as the singer reaches out to the friend with concern despite their lack of willingness to open up. The line "I won't trust your eyes again 'cause I know they tell me lies" suggests that the friend may be putting on a brave face, but that the singer can see through the façade and recognizes the pain and struggle underneath.


As the song progresses, the singer encourages the friend not to give up, reminding them that there is a life to live and that they should not lose their faith. The line "I know how hard it is, don't you lose your faith" suggests that the friend may be grappling with a difficult situation, but that they should hold on to their hope and belief in a better future. The singer urges the friend to look into the mirror and open their eyes to their own potential, ultimately reassuring them that they still have time to change their mind and find their way.


Overall, "Letter To A Friend" is a powerful song that speaks to the importance of friendship and the value of reaching out to those who may be struggling. The singer's concern and encouragement are heartwarming, and the lyrics speak to a hope that things can get better with time and effort.


Line by Line Meaning

Hello, my friend, how's your life today?
The writer greets their friend and asks about their current state of living.


You don't wanna talk but there's so much to say
The friend the writer is addressing seems hesitant to converse, but the writer knows there are pressing issues to address.


I won't trust your eyes again 'cause I know they tell me lies
The writer knows that their friend's physical expressions may not accurately reflect how they feel, as they have deceived the writer in the past.


Hello, my friend, it's not time to pray
The writer advises their friend that it is not time to exclusively rely on prayer and divine intervention.


Don't close your eyes, there's a life to live your way
The writer urges their friend not to give up and to choose to live their life in their own unique manner.


I know how hard it is, don't you lose your faith
The writer acknowledges that life can be challenging, but encourages their friend not to abandon their beliefs.


Come on, my friend, don't throw your life away
The writer implores their friend not to give up on life.


I know you're waiting for an answer now
The writer acknowledges that their friend may be seeking guidance from them.


Listen, hope you won't give up too soon
The writer implores their friend to be patient and not to give up prematurely.


There's so much left to say
The writer believes there are many topics and issues that need to be addressed.


And still it's not too late to change your mind
The writer believes there is still an opportunity for their friend to change their approach or perspective.


Take a look into the mirror, better open up your eyes
The writer advises their friend to take a closer look at themselves and to become more self-aware.


And I hope this letter helps you find your way
The writer expresses a hope that their letter will assist their friend in finding their path.


Hello, my friend, how are you today?
The writer greets their friend and inquires about their current state of being.


I'm reading all your stories, they're written on your face
The writer is able to discern their friend's experiences and emotions from their physical appearance.


You forgot your heart and what it's got to say
The writer believes their friend has lost touch with their emotions and intuition.


Here's my letter now with a message from the heart
The writer presents their letter as a sincere expression of their deep-seated emotions.


That's all my friend, that's all I have to say
The writer concludes their letter by stating they have nothing else to add.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HENA HABEGGER, LEO LEONI, STEVE LEE

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Comments from YouTube:

Sergey Zatsepin

This song touches so deeply. Everyone who searches for own path in life wil cry while listening to it. GREAT!

Dijana Zmija Yön Kaunotar

Hello, my friend, how is your life today?
You don't wanna talk, but there's so much to say...

I won't trust your eyes again..
'Cause I know they tell me lies

Hello, my friend, how is your life today?

Nangpynkhraw Kharmalki

What's with your friends dijana

IBRockin

I just got this in the mail last Friday. This is a cool slow song by these guys. Very poignant now after Steve Lee's death. RIP Steve. Thanks for the great music while you were with us.

rbkpetroleo

Love the song ... love the singer!

Miroslav Cholasta

I love this song...

Cortrakx3

Still. One of the best Singer I ever recognized. Only the best die that early. Still my Band to go while bring in deep thoughts.

reallyboardstiff

Yet another masterpiece!

Ева Мария Капелова

Здравей, приятелю! Как е животът ти днес?
( Хубава песен! Докосва! )

nikolin nikolla

magic voice. steve lee u will be forever in our hearts

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