Stranger
Anna von Hausswolff Lyrics


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We're walking in a curved line into something new
The birds are watching every step I take
Beneath the stars, beneath the moon, there is a hole
It's covered up in darkness and fear

But then, there is something moving against me
It's not in line with the world I know
Changing the heart, changing the spirit
Changing my path, changing my soul

My sight is clear, the colors are expanding
I don't frown in the mirror, on the world
There is no time, there is no face, there is no me
I am following a shadow while I'm reaching for the sun

But then you tell me I shouldn't worry
You tell me to stay strong
You tell me I shouldn't worry
Why is the stranger in sync with my heart?

I tip toe here, I don't want you to see me
I'm listening, I'm stolen by every word you say
A dream is pulling out my heart and spirit
And I'm scared to fall, I'm scared of death
And I'm scared of all the lies

But then you tell me, oh, I shouldn't worry
Oh, you tell me to stay strong
You tell me I shouldn't worry




We're living now, let's live now
Let's live only for love

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Anna von Hausswolff's song "Stranger" seem to be about a journey, both literal and metaphorical, towards something unknown and transformative. The first verse suggests that the singer is moving into uncharted territory, with the birds as watchful spectators. There is a sense of foreboding in the image of the hole covered in darkness and fear. However, the second verse introduces a glimmer of hope and possibility, as something "not in line" with the known world starts to exert its influence. This leads to a shift in perspective, as the singer's sight becomes clearer and the world more colorful.


The chorus introduces the "you" of the song, who encourages the singer to stay strong and not worry. However, there is also a sense of unease here, as the stranger who seems to be in sync with the singer's heart is still a mystery. The final verse introduces the idea of a dream pulling out the singer's heart and spirit, a vivid image that underscores the transformative potential of the journey. Despite fear and uncertainty, the chorus encourages the singer to embrace the present moment and live for love.


Overall, the lyrics to "Stranger" capture the sense of possibility and vulnerability that comes with embarking on a new path. The imagery is evocative and richly symbolic, leaving room for individual interpretation and reflection.


Line by Line Meaning

We're walking in a curved line into something new
We're embracing change in our lives by moving towards something new in a non-linear way.


The birds are watching every step I take
Our actions are being observed by others, whether we're aware of it or not.


Beneath the stars, beneath the moon, there is a hole
There is an unseen emptiness or void that exists in our reality.


It's covered up in darkness and fear
Our fear and ignorance obscure the emptiness, making it difficult to confront or understand.


But then, there is something moving against me
There is an unexpected force that is influencing our path or trajectory in life.


It's not in line with the world I know
The force or experience is in contrast to what we believe to be true about the world.


Changing the heart, changing the spirit
The experience is transformative, affecting our emotions and inner selves.


Changing my path, changing my soul
The experience is also changing the trajectory of our lives, altering our essence.


My sight is clear, the colors are expanding
Our perception of the world is becoming more vivid and nuanced, revealing new aspects of reality.


I don't frown in the mirror, on the world
We're no longer pessimistic or negative in our view of ourselves or the world.


There is no time, there is no face, there is no me
We are experiencing a profound sense of ego dissolution, merging with something greater than ourselves.


I am following a shadow while I'm reaching for the sun
We are pursuing an ideal or goal that seems distant or unattainable, but still worth striving for.


But then you tell me I shouldn't worry
Someone is offering us reassurance or guidance during a time of uncertainty.


You tell me to stay strong
They are encouraging us to persevere and maintain our resolve.


Why is the stranger in sync with my heart?
We're surprised to find that an external person or force seems to understand us intimately.


I tip toe here, I don't want you to see me
We're feeling vulnerable or self-conscious around others, trying to hide our true selves.


I'm listening, I'm stolen by every word you say
Someone is captivating us with their words or ideas, drawing us in.


A dream is pulling out my heart and spirit
We're experiencing a visionary or imaginative experience that is deeply emotional.


And I'm scared to fall, I'm scared of death
We're afraid of experiencing pain or harm, whether physical or emotional.


And I'm scared of all the lies
We're also apprehensive about deception or falsehoods.


But then you tell me, oh, I shouldn't worry
The reassurance from another person continues, helping us to overcome our fears.


Oh, you tell me to stay strong
Their encouragement helps us to maintain our courage and determination.


We're living now, let's live now
We're being urged to seize the present moment and make the most of it.


Let's live only for love
The artist suggests that love should be our guiding principle in life.




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, PFIVE Entertainment Mexico
Written by: Anna Von Hausswolff

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Kimberlyn Estrada Raymundo

We're walking in a curved line into something new
The birds are watching every step I take
Beneath the stars, beneath the moon, there is a hole
It's covered up in darkness and fear
But then, there is something moving against me
It's not in line with the world I know
Changing the heart, changing the spirit
Changing my path, changing my soul
My sight is clear, the colors are expanding
I don't frown in the mirror, on the world
There is no time, there is no face, there is no me
I am following a shadow while I'm reaching for the sun
But then you tell me I shouldn't worry
You tell me to stay strong
You tell me I shouldn't worry
Why is the stranger in sync with my heart?
I tip toe here, I don't want you to see me
I'm listening, I'm stolen by every word you say
A dream is pulling out my heart and spirit
And I'm scared to fall, I'm scared of death
And I'm scared of all the lies
But then you tell me, oh, I shoudn't worry
Oh, you tell me to stay strong
You tell me I shouldn't worry
We're living now, let's live now
Let's live only for love



All comments from YouTube:

María Inés Parnisari

The finale of Killing Eve sucked but this song more than makes up for it. I've played it on repeat for the past three days. Thank you

roxie Arg

Me too , necesito llorar

Juliana Felix

me too

Sildelfi

I'm still crying after the Killing Eve finale a week ago and this song hits me harder and harder inside my soul for everything that could have been and was not.

AG LadyBird

Same 😭 it's so sad

Taís

Please may you put this song on Spotify?? 😭🤒💙✨ i promise I’ll listen to it 45 times a day

biinabrombim

Precisamos dessa música no Spotify 🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲

Taís

@Nimzaway not here in south america 🤒

Nadir Elizalde

@Nimzaway not in all countries :(

Nimzaway

It's on there

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