Strange Land
88Rising Lyrics


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Here for the nosedive
Whatever you need
And I'm savin' all the bold lines
I'll say 'em while you sleep
You're sleepin' on the wrong side
And I'm turnin' endlessly
Screamin' for my lifeline, lifeline, life
Ooh, continental drifter
Still, I'm the hero of my hometown
Now I'm all laid up with you, sentimental trickster
Maybe in another lifetime, lifetime, life (oh)

In a strange land, with no plans
Surrounded by doors, yeah
I can't find myself anymore
With foreign people, you're my temple
I want things like they were before
But I don't know myself anymore

With you, love was simple
My spiritual crystal
But now life is limbo
I'll wait for tomorrow

Ooh, continental drifter
Still, I'm the hero of my hometown




Now I'm all laid up with you, sentimental trickster
Maybe in another lifetime, lifetime, life

Overall Meaning

The song "Strange Land" by NIKI and Phum Viphurit talks about feeling lost and out of place when in a completely new and foreign environment. The opening lines of "Here for the nosedive / Whatever you need" suggest a willingness to take risks and support whoever needs it. The next line "And I'm savin' all the bold lines / I'll say 'em while you sleep" implies that the singer is not afraid to speak their truth, but may not always do so directly or openly. The phrase "You're sleepin' on the wrong side" could be interpreted as a metaphor for being in a difficult or uncomfortable situation. The singer is "turnin' endlessly" and "screamin' for [their] lifeline" seemingly searching for a way out of the discomfort or confusion they are experiencing.


The chorus of the song, "In a strange land, with no plans / Surrounded by doors, yeah / I can't find myself anymore" emphasizes the feeling of being lost and disconnected from oneself. The mention of doors may suggest the numerous opportunities or possibilities that one may encounter in a foreign place, but not knowing which one to choose or feeling overwhelmed by all the options. However, the line "With foreign people, you're my temple" suggests that the singer may be finding some solace or connection with others in this strange land, maybe a friend or a romantic partner. The longing to go back to a more familiar time is also expressed in the lyrics "I want things like they were before / But I don't know myself anymore."


The second verse begins with "With you, love was simple / My spiritual crystal / But now life is limbo" possibly hinting that the singer experienced a simpler and happier time when they were with someone (maybe the foreign person they just mentioned?), but now that person may not be around or the relationship has changed resulting in limbo-like state. The chorus repeats a second time before ending on the line "Maybe in another lifetime, lifetime, life" suggesting that there may not be any immediate solution or escape to this strange, confusing world.


Line by Line Meaning

Here for the nosedive
I am here for whatever challenges come my way, even if they seem daunting.


Whatever you need
I am willing to help in any way that I can.


And I'm savin' all the bold lines
I am holding back from saying everything on my mind, waiting for the right moment.


I'll say 'em while you sleep
I will express my true feelings when you are not around to hear them directly.


You're sleepin' on the wrong side
You are not seeing things from the right perspective or making the best choices.


And I'm turnin' endlessly
I am constantly searching for a way out of this situation.


Screamin' for my lifeline, lifeline, life
I am desperate to find a way to survive and keep going despite the challenges I face.


Ooh, continental drifter
I am someone who travels and moves around a lot, never staying in one place for too long.


Still, I'm the hero of my hometown
Despite my travels and adventures, I still hold onto my identity and roots from where I come from.


Now I'm all laid up with you, sentimental trickster
I am currently in a relationship with someone who is playing with my emotions and making me feel nostalgic.


Maybe in another lifetime, lifetime, life (oh)
Perhaps things will be different in the future, but for now, I am struggling to make sense of my current situation.


In a strange land, with no plans
I am in a foreign place without a clear direction or purpose.


Surrounded by doors, yeah
There are many opportunities and possibilities for me, but I am unsure which door to choose.


I can't find myself anymore
I am feeling lost and confused, unsure of who I am or what I want.


With foreign people, you're my temple
Despite being in a strange place, my lover is the one constant and familiar presence in my life.


I want things like they were before
I long for the past when things were more clear and simple.


But I don't know myself anymore
My surroundings and experiences have changed me so much that I am not sure who I am anymore.


With you, love was simple
Being in a relationship with you made everything in life feel straightforward and uncomplicated.


My spiritual crystal
You were my guiding light and source of inspiration.


But now life is limbo
I am currently in a state of uncertainty and instability.


I'll wait for tomorrow
I am hoping that things will improve in the future and have faith that a better day is coming.


Ooh, continental drifter
Once again, I am someone who travels and moves around a lot, seeking new experiences and challenges.


Still, I'm the hero of my hometown
Despite all of my adventures and explorations, I still take pride in and value my roots and where I am from.


Now I'm all laid up with you, sentimental trickster
My lover continues to play with my emotions and make me feel nostalgic, even though it is causing me pain and confusion.


Maybe in another lifetime, lifetime, life
Once again, I am unsure what the future holds and am struggling to make sense of my current situation.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jacob Reske, Nicole Zefanya, Viphurit Siritip

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@nayaz9262

@@mutiahaerunnisa4286 [Verse 1: NIKI]
Here for the nosedive
Whatever you need
And I'm savin' all the bold lines
I'll say 'em while you sleep
You're sleepin' on the wrong side
And I'm turnin' endlessly
Screamin' for my lifeline, lifeline, life

[Chorus: NIKI]
Ooh, continental drifter
Still, I'm the hero of my hometown
Now I'm all laid up with you, sentimental trickster
Maybe in another lifetime, lifetime, life (Oh)

[Verse 2: Phum Viphurit]
In a strange land, with no plans
Surrounded by doors, yeah
I can't find myself anymore
With foreign people, you're my temple
I want things like they were before
(But I don't know myself anymore)
With you, love was simple
My spiritual crystal
But now life is limbo
I'll wait for tomorrow


[Chorus: NIKI]
Ooh, continental drifter
Still, I'm the hero of my hometown
Now I'm all laid up with you, sentimental trickster
Maybe in another lifetime, lifetime, life (Oh)



@deshinta2022

[Verse 1: NIKI]
Here for the nosedive
Whatever you need
And I'm savin' all the bold lines
I'll say 'em while you sleep
You're sleepin' on the wrong side
And I'm turnin' endlessly
Screamin' for my lifeline, lifeline, life

[Chorus: NIKI]
Ooh, continental drifter
Still, I'm the hero of my hometown
Now I'm all laid up with you, sentimental trickster
Maybe in another lifetime, lifetime, life (Oh)

[Verse 2: Phum Viphurit]
In a strange land, with no plans
Surrounded by doors, yeah
I can't find myself anymore
With foreign people, you're my temple
I want things like they were before
(But I don't know myself anymore)
With you, love was simple
My spiritual crystal
But now life is limbo
I'll wait for tomorrow


[Chorus: NIKI]
Ooh, continental drifter
Still, I'm the hero of my hometown
Now I'm all laid up with you, sentimental trickster
Maybe in another lifetime, lifetime, life (Oh)



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@nayaz9262

@@mutiahaerunnisa4286 [Verse 1: NIKI]
Here for the nosedive
Whatever you need
And I'm savin' all the bold lines
I'll say 'em while you sleep
You're sleepin' on the wrong side
And I'm turnin' endlessly
Screamin' for my lifeline, lifeline, life

[Chorus: NIKI]
Ooh, continental drifter
Still, I'm the hero of my hometown
Now I'm all laid up with you, sentimental trickster
Maybe in another lifetime, lifetime, life (Oh)

[Verse 2: Phum Viphurit]
In a strange land, with no plans
Surrounded by doors, yeah
I can't find myself anymore
With foreign people, you're my temple
I want things like they were before
(But I don't know myself anymore)
With you, love was simple
My spiritual crystal
But now life is limbo
I'll wait for tomorrow


[Chorus: NIKI]
Ooh, continental drifter
Still, I'm the hero of my hometown
Now I'm all laid up with you, sentimental trickster
Maybe in another lifetime, lifetime, life (Oh)

@narayogini3241

Hi!!

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@lol0lol0lol

I love phum’s voice so much and the fact that niki is also on here makes me SO happy

@kiki69yearsago14

1-800-YELLOW you’re talking like niki isn’t with 88rising lol

@lol0lol0lol

kiki Lol nah it’s not that it’s just cuz phum is one of my ult fav artists and niki has been growing on me aswell, so i was just excited lmao

@randomthings2533

phum is only featuring in this song haha

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