Wake Me Up
Avicii; Aloe Blacc Lyrics

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Feeling my way through the darkness
Guided by a beating heart
I can't tell where the journey will end
But I know where to start
They tell me I'm too young to understand
They say I'm caught up in a dream
Well life will pass me by if I don't open up my eyes
Well that's fine by me

So wake me up when it's all over
When I'm wiser and I'm older
All this time I was finding myself
And I didn't know I was lost

So wake me up when it's all over
When I'm wiser and I'm older
All this time I was finding myself
And I didn't know I was lost

I tried carrying the weight of the world
But I only have two hands
I hope I get the chance to travel the world
But I don't have any plans
I wish that I could stay forever this young
Not afraid to close my eyes
Life's a game made for everyone
And love is the prize

So wake me up when it's all over
When I'm wiser and I'm older
All this time I was finding myself
And I didn't know I was lost

So wake me up when it's all over
When I'm wiser and I'm older
All this time I was finding myself
And I didn't know I was lost

I didn't know I was lost
I didn't know I was lost
I didn't know I was lost
I didn't know I was lost

So wake me up when it's all over
When I'm wiser and I'm older

All this time I was finding myself
And I didn't know I was lost

Overall Meaning

The song Wake Me Up by Avicii and Aloe Blacc is a powerful piece that speaks to the struggle of finding oneself amidst the chaos of life. The first verse talks about feeling lost and not knowing where the journey will take you, but having the courage to start the journey anyway. The singer acknowledges that others believe they are too young to understand or that they are caught up in a dream, but they refuse to let life pass them by without opening their eyes. The chorus literally asks to be woken up when the journey is over and they have gained enough life experience to be wiser and older, indicating a desire to continue learning and growing throughout their life.

The second verse highlights the struggle of feeling like one person cannot handle the weight of the world, but also having a desire to see and experience the world. The singer wishes they could stay young forever and not be afraid to close their eyes, embracing life as the game it is and recognizing that love is the ultimate prize. This verse shows a balance between the desire for adventure and the desire for stability and simplicity.

The repeated line of "I didn't know I was lost" emphasizes the idea that one can be lost without realizing it until they start finding their way. The song encourages the listener to keep going despite the fear of the unknown and to embrace the journey, with the hope of discovering themselves along the way.

Line by Line Meaning

Feeling my way through the darkness
I am navigating through life without a clear sense of direction, relying on my intuition to guide me.

Guided by a beating heart
I am following my passions and desires as I traverse this unknown path.

I can't tell where the journey will end
I am uncertain how things will turn out, but that does not stop me from embracing the journey.

But I know where to start
Even though I don't know the destination, I know that taking the first step is the best way to begin.

They tell me I'm too young to understand
People often underestimate my capacity to comprehend the world around me simply because of my age.

They say I'm caught up in a dream
Skeptics believe that my hopes and aspirations are unrealistic and silly.

Well life will pass me by if I don't open up my eyes
If I don't change my mindset and start experiencing life actively, I will miss out on all its wonders and joys.

Well that's fine by me
Although I appreciate the concern, I am content with living life at my own pace, regardless of others' opinions.

So wake me up when it's all over
Let me be asleep until I have gained all the wisdom and maturity that life brings as I grow older.

When I'm wiser and I'm older
I hope to be smarter and more experienced when I wake up, having learned from my experiences.

All this time I was finding myself
During my life journey, I was looking to discover my identity and purpose in this world.

And I didn't know I was lost
I was unaware that I needed to find myself, lacking direction and clarity in my life.

I tried carrying the weight of the world
I attempted to take on everyone's problems and worries, which is an impossible task for any one person.

But I only have two hands
I am just one person with my own limitations, despite my best intentions to help others.

I hope I get the chance to travel the world
I desire to take in the different cultures and experiences the world has to offer, if only I have the opportunity to do so.

But I don't have any plans
While I dream of seeing the world, I recognize that traveling is often an unplanned adventure.

I wish that I could stay forever this young
I cherish my youthful energy and worry-free spirit, hoping to hold on to it as I age.

Not afraid to close my eyes
I am ready to take risks and trust in the journey, even if it means closing my eyes to the unknown.

Life's a game made for everyone
Life can be seen as a fun game that is accessible to anyone, regardless of background or status.

And love is the prize
The ultimate reward in life is to love and be loved, which makes all the challenges and hardships worthwhile.

I didn't know I was lost
I was unaware that I was on a path that didn't fully represent my true self or my passion.

So wake me up when it's all over
I want to start fresh and see things with new eyes.

When I'm wiser and I'm older
Only when time passes and I gather experiences, learn new things, may I get a better insight on how the world runs.

All this time I was finding myself
While I was slumbering, I was discovering life with a new glimpse and clarity!

And I didn't know I was lost
I wasn't aware of how much there was I still had to learn, which is why I needed that time to sleep.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Tim Bergling, Michael Aaron Einziger, Egbert Nathaniel Dawkins

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