Spinning Wheel
Caecilie Norby Lyrics

The song "Spinning Wheel" by Caecilie Norby talks about the concept of karma and the cyclical nature of life. The first two lines of the chorus "What goes up must come down, Spinning Wheel got to go 'round" signify the inevitability of consequences i.e., everything that goes up must eventually come down, and life is never static. In life, one will experience both highs and lows, and it is important to be mentally prepared to deal with both. The next two lines "Talkin' 'bout your troubles, It's a cryin' sin" imply that it is important to learn how to cope with your troubles and not to project your problems onto others.

The lines "Ride a painted pony, Let the Spinning Wheel spin" suggest that instead of holding onto your troubles, it is better to let go and allow nature to take its course. You may not have control over everything, but you do have the power to control how you react to situations. The verse "Did you find your directing sign on the straight and narrow highway, Would you mind a reflecting sign? Just let it shine within your mind," is a reference to the importance of introspection and self-reflection. This is the only way to figure out your purpose and how to get where you are going. The last line "Drop all your troubles by the riverside" signifies the importance of letting go, finding peace and moving on.