They released their debut self-titled record on Universal Records subsidiary Motor Music in 2001, and toured with Papa Roach, Thumb, Therapy?, Cosmotron, and Dredg. They recorded their sophomore effort, Neon, in Denmark, then toured throughout central Europe. They left Motor Music to sign with Edel Music for their third release, Take It as a Compliment, issued in 2004. In 2005 they wrote a theme song entitled "Go Sea Devils" for the Hamburg Sea Devils, a football team. 2007 saw the release of their self-produced album, Compadres.
In January 2008, the band released the album Hello. Then, as a gift to loyal fans, the band released a live album, Live in Hamburg, which could only be purchased through the band's official website (which had gone offline since their breakup; the band's official Facebook page has taken over as their main website).
In May 2008, a statement on the band's official website confirmed the departure of Rene Knupper, who left the band to pursue "other life experiences". The departure was amicable and he remains friends with the band. Dennis Krüger then joined the band full-time as lead guitarist.
Their latest album Quasar was released in May 2012.
In 2013, a statement posted in German on the band's official website confirmed that the band had decided to part ways permanently. The band played a number of farewell shows that year, and changed their Facebook profile image to a band logo with the numbers 1998–2013 underneath.
Studio albums
4Lyn (2001)
Neon (2002)
Take It as a Compliment (2004)
Compadres (2005)
Hello (2008)
Quasar (2012)
Don't Look Down
4Lyn Lyrics
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Not every day in my life has been bad.
I'm rollercoastin' through emotions every second,
From fine to fucked up and back again.
One day i'm happy and the next day I'm not.
I think that's normal, as long as it is mixed up.
How else should i know what happiness is,
If i never felt sad before and I'd never been pissed.
That means, that i got to deal with the days,
When everything seems to go wrong,
As also the days that are stuffed with love songs.
Believe me, after the rain, there comes the sun.
It's always been like that, life cannot be just fun.
So be prepared for the days you run around with a frown...
And for days like that, i tell you something like... don't look down.
Don't look down - if ya stressed out and wanna give up.
Don't look down - if ya worked hard but someone else's on top don't look down
If ya boss makes you angry... it's how it is, even if it's not how it should be.
Don't look down - if your whole day looks like shit.
Don't look down - if you don't like your relationship.
Don't look down - if you dream about things you'll never see...
It's how it is, even if it's not how it should be.
I've been with a girl for a very long time, too long, i guess!,
Cuz the relationship meant nothing but stress.
I had the band and she did her work... so she left me...
I cannot say how much i got hurt. i ran around,
Was drinkin' every bottle that i found. broken hearted,
And alone and down to the ground. i hated her for what she did,
But i forgive her now... my friends told me to go out,
Dance somehow, i met this girl she was blazin'!
She knokked me out from day one and our friendship was amazing!
Bad turned to good and i gotta thank that stupid cow for leaving me,
Cuz misses right I'm datin' til now...
Don't look down - if your girl is cheatin' on you.
Don't look down - if ya down and you don't know what to do.
Don't look down - if you don't find a way outta your misery.
It's how it is, even if its not how it should be.
Don't look down - if your whole life seems to suck.
Don't look down - if you want attention but no-one gives a fuck.
Don't look down - if you cannot be what you try to be, it's how it is,
Even if it's not how it should be!
The song "Don't Look Down" by 4Lyn is about the ups and downs of life and dealing with difficult situations. The opening lyrics describe how life is like a rollercoaster- it has its good days and bad days, and it's important to experience both to appreciate the good times. The notion of Yin and Yang is brought up here- the consequence of one feeling is the opposite- and thus, it's crucial to navigate the rough patches with the same strength as embracing the happy moments.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of not giving up or succumbing to defeat. Life is not always fair or easy, but it is essential to keep the head held high and remember that good times follow the bad. The verses, on the other hand, are anecdotes that illustrate this message with personal experiences. The singer talks about a toxic long-term relationship that ended in heartbreak, but how he eventually found someone better. He also touches upon work and boss-related stress, and feeling undervalued or unappreciated. He sings about how it feels when everything goes wrong, and no matter how hard he tries, he can't seem to get ahead. However, the overarching message is about not giving up, as tomorrow is a new day, and things can turn around just as easily.
This song's lyrics are incredibly relatable, as everyone can understand how it feels to have a bad day, a rough patch or feel stuck. The feelings of anger, frustration, misery, and heartbreak are universal, and the songwriters of 4Lyn have been able to put them into words that can resonate with many. The song's message is a simple yet powerful one- things will get better, so don't give up just yet. The lyrics highlight the importance of resilience, inner strength, and hope when things are tough.
Line by Line Meaning
Not every day in my life has been a good one,
I have had both good and bad days in my life.
Not every day in my life has been bad.
I have had both good and bad days in my life.
I'm rollercoastin' through emotions every second,
I experience a range of emotions frequently and rapidly.
From fine to fucked up and back again.
I can go from feeling okay to feeling terrible and then back to okay again.
One day i'm happy and the next day I'm not.
My level of happiness can change quickly from day to day.
I think that's normal, as long as it is mixed up.
I believe that experiencing both positive and negative emotions is normal.
How else should i know what happiness is,
I need to experience sadness in order to recognize and appreciate happiness.
If i never felt sad before and I'd never been pissed.
Without negative emotions, I would not be able to appreciate positive emotions.
One feeling is the consequence of the opposite feeling.
Positive emotions are a result of negative ones, and vice versa.
That means, that i got to deal with the days,
I have to face the days when I feel down or unhappy.
When everything seems to go wrong,
Days when everything seems to be going badly.
As also the days that are stuffed with love songs.
Days when I am particularly happy or content.
Believe me, after the rain, there comes the sun.
Things will get better after a difficult period.
It's always been like that, life cannot be just fun.
Life is full of ups and downs and cannot be perfect all the time.
So be prepared for the days you run around with a frown...
Expect and be ready to face unhappy days.
And for days like that, i tell you something like... don't look down.
In difficult times, don't give up and stay positive.
Don't look down - if ya stressed out and wanna give up.
Don't give up when you are feeling stressed.
Don't look down - if ya worked hard but someone else's on top don't look down.
Don't be discouraged when someone else is more successful.
If ya boss makes you angry... it's how it is, even if it's not how it should be.
It's normal to feel angry at times, even if the situation is not ideal.
Don't look down - if your whole day looks like shit.
Don't feel defeated when you are having a bad day.
Don't look down - if you don't like your relationship.
Don't get down over a relationship that is not making you happy.
Don't look down - if you dream about things you'll never see...
Don't give up on your dreams even if they seem unattainable.
I've been with a girl for a very long time, too long, i guess!,
I was in a long-term relationship with a girl.
Cuz the relationship meant nothing but stress.
The relationship was causing me a lot of stress and unhappiness.
I had the band and she did her work... so she left me...
My girlfriend left me because we were both busy with our own things.
I cannot say how much i got hurt. i ran around,
I was extremely hurt and upset and didn't know what to do.
Was drinkin' every bottle that i found. broken hearted,
I coped by drinking heavily and feeling heartbroken.
And alone and down to the ground. i hated her for what she did,
I felt completely alone and hated my ex-girlfriend for leaving me.
But i forgive her now... my friends told me to go out,
I have forgiven her and moved on with the help of supportive friends.
Dance somehow, i met this girl she was blazin'!
I met an amazing girl while out dancing.
She knokked me out from day one and our friendship was amazing!
We hit it off immediately and our friendship was fantastic.
Bad turned to good and i gotta thank that stupid cow for leaving me,
I'm grateful for my previous relationship ending, as it led me to meet someone better.
Cuz misses right I'm datin' til now...
I am currently dating the right person for me.
Don't look down - if your girl is cheatin' on you.
Don't be overwhelmed if you find out your partner is cheating.
Don't look down - if ya down and you don't know what to do.
Don't give up when you are feeling lost and unsure of what to do.
Don't look down - if you don't find a way outta your misery.
Stay strong and don't lose hope when you are feeling miserable.
Don't look down - if your whole life seems to suck.
Don't feel hopeless when everything in life seems to be going wrong.
Don't look down - if you want attention but no-one gives a fuck.
Don't feel worthless when you are not receiving attention from others.
Don't look down - if you cannot be what you try to be, it's how it is,
Don't be too hard on yourself if you cannot achieve what you aspire to.
Even if it's not how it should be!
Even if the situation is not ideal.
Contributed by Liliana Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.