One way
Dalom Kids Lyrics

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There is no use in being pessimistic
Although we don't know where we are going to
But we are facing the same direction
Nobody is going to miss this trip
We all know that everybody is going to pass
But we don't know how and when
Only God knows that
Crying doesn't change anything

Even the goat, goat does cry
Every time is slaughtered
But it doesn't help anymore

Iya iya holololo iya iya
Holololo yowe

Overall Meaning

The song "One Way" by Dalom Kids is a poignant commentary on the inevitability of life and death. The opening lines declare that there is no use in being pessimistic, even though we don't know where we are going. This suggests that while life may be uncertain, it is still worth living optimistically. The song then emphasizes that we are all facing the same direction, meaning that we are all headed towards the same end, regardless of our individual paths in life. The lyrics acknowledge that death is an unavoidable part of life, but that we don't know when or how it will come. Ultimately, the song suggests that rather than crying or despairing in the face of death, we should accept it as a natural part of life, just as a goat being slaughtered still cries, but it doesn't change anything.

The repetition of the phrase "Iya iya holololo iya iya/Holololo yowe" at the end of the song adds to the emotional intensity of the lyrics. It is a haunting and mournful melody that embodies the sense of loss and sorrow that the song conveys. Through this repetition, the song becomes a sort of mourning ritual, a way to acknowledge the inevitability of death and to express grief for those who have passed.

Line by Line Meaning

There is no use in being pessimistic
It's pointless to have a negative attitude

Although we don't know where we are going to
We're uncertain about our destination

But we are facing the same direction
We're united in our journey

Nobody is going to miss this trip
Everyone will be a part of it

We all know that everybody is going to pass
Death is inevitable

But we don't know how and when
The timing and manner of death are unknown

Only God knows that
Only a higher power has that knowledge

Crying doesn't change anything
Emotional expression doesn't alter reality

Even the goat, goat does cry
Even animals feel pain and express emotion

Every time is slaughtered
Death is a part of life

But it doesn't help anymore
Crying doesn't alleviate suffering