Ihna Inhabasna
Autostrad Lyrics

The lyrics of Autostrad's song "Ihna Inhabasna" are about being trapped or stuck in a certain situation or place. The first line "Ahna Anhabasna wa Hisahsna" can be translated to "We are trapped and we whisper to each other". The use of the word "whisper" implies some sort of secrecy or hidden communication between the people who are trapped. The next line "Ahna Taghamis Atghamisna" which means "We dipped and got dipped" might refer to the idea of getting into trouble or getting involved in something deeper or darker than expected. This could be towards a party, a society, a bad habit or even addiction. The third line, "Ahna Altein Abu Fat'isna" which translates to "We cursed and insulted Abu Fattis" a slang reference to an unknown person or entity, suggests that the people trapped are frustrated and angry about their situation. The line "A'ba Attirawwa Ahna Yabsna" which means "After being fresh and newly sprouted, we are now wilted" can be interpreted to refer to the loss of hope that comes with being trapped.

In the fifth line, "Hafaaya wAfrou' alBisna" meaning "We wore sandals and abundant lace" might indicate an attempt to be comfortable despite being trapped. The line "Hatta Teshamis ma Teshmassna" which translates to "Even under the sun, we didn’t get a tan" relates to the idea of getting stuck in one place to the point where one can no longer venture out, even in good situations. The final line "Wlama Ajoona'ala Ziyaratan Ezabuna ta Falsna" interprets to "When they came to visit, they tortured us until we gave them some money." This could indicate that the people trapped are being exploited or taken advantage of by others.

Overall, the song portrays the idea of being trapped in a situation or place and the negative effects it may have on a person's well-being. The lyrics also touch on feelings of frustration, anger, and hopelessness that come with being stuck. The use of Arabic slang and metaphors makes the song relatable to the Middle Eastern audience.