One of the most worn out sayings in the history of music is the concept of … Read Full Bio ↴One of the most worn out sayings in the history of music is the concept of «the difficult second album». Especially when you have made a grand debut, like Daniel Kvammen made with «Fremad i alle retninga» in 2015. The album was nominated to three Norwegian Grammys, the single «Du fortenar ein som meg» was one of the most played songs on the radio channel NRK P3, and Kvammen’s journey from the ski lift at Geilo to glossy magazine pages and big TV appearances quickly became a genuine, modern music fairytale.

But when you start playing «Vektlaus» it’s soon evident that Kvammen is an artist who enjoys having a knife to his throat. With the help of famous musicians and his producer Even Ormestad, the man from Geilo has carved out an astoundingly vital album that bubbles with melodies, big emotions and a reckless delight in conveying music.

The sound is a lot more synth-driven and modern than on the debut album, but thematically, Kvammen’s lyrics on «Vektlaus» are centered around the eternal topic. Love, and specifically the loss of it, permeates the nine songs that constitute the record. With a commendable openness, the different stages of a breakup is portrayed, and our thoughts go to classic breakup albums like Springsteen’s «Tunnel Of Love» and Dylan’s «Blood On The Tracks».

But there’s light even in the deepest darkness, and in the album’s epic final song, «Det beste ventar fortsatt», Daniel rises from the ashes and the chaos, and establishes that:

Universet det er stort
Og me er så små me to
Men har du tenkt på kor befriande det er at det er uendeleg
Og av alt ditt auge ser
Så er lyset det sterkaste som er

Gatelangs gjennom sorg og synd
Daniel Kvammen Lyrics

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solli plass
te løkka ein stad
angst oppetter øyrun
men hjarta klart
alt for mangen ulva
alt for store klør
alt for

men e har true på at kjærligheten fins
nei e har true på at kjærligheten fins
no er det på tide å skjerpe se gut
den byen for å riva hjarta ditt ut????
me dansa gatelangs
gjennom sorg og synd
det siste e han hugse va at eg knapt nok kunne puste
ko e det me gjør
me står å dansa på køl?????
oslo
i mørgosola
oslo
opp fra jorda
oslo
mamma ikkje sjå på me
det e ikkje te å tru
e vil glømme alt????
som falne engla

men e har true på at kjærligheten fins
nei e ha true på at kjærligheten fins
og når e ser ho over gølvet
på ein fest ein stad
tenke e at ho
ho kunne vore redninga
me dansa gatelangs gjennom sorg og synd
det siste e kan hugse va at e knapt nok kunne puste
ko e det me gjør me står å dansa
oslo
i mørgosola
oslo
opp fra jorda
oslo
mørgosola
og som e held tå denna byen
for i gatun vart e født
på ny
oslo
mørgosola
oslo
opp frå jorda
oslo

mørgosola
opp fra jorda

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Gatelangs gjennom sorg og synd" by Daniel Kvammen describe the feeling of walking down the streets of Oslo at night, through sorrow and sin, but still holding on to hope and love. The singer talks about the anxiety he feels as he walks through the city's streets, but he also acknowledges the power of love, even in a world that can feel overwhelming and filled with danger. The chorus repeats the phrase "e har true på at kjærligheten fins" which translates to "I believe that love exists" and serves as a reminder to hold on to hope, even in the darkest moments.

The singer also mentions memories of dancing through the streets with someone, while feeling like he could barely breathe. The song portrays a sense of urgency to seize the day and live life to the fullest, knowing that time is fleeting and precious. The lyric "me står å dansa på køl?????" is a bit unclear, but it could be interpreted as "We stand and dance on a keel/ship?" adding a sense of adventure and danger to the song's narrative.

Overall, "Gatelangs gjennom sorg og synd" is a powerful song about the complexities of life in the city, and the importance of holding onto hope and love, even when things seem bleak.

Line by Line Meaning

solli plass
The song starts at Solli Plass, a place in Oslo, setting the scene for the emotions and experiences that will be shared throughout the song.

te løkka ein stad
Moving from Solli Plass to Løkka, another place in Oslo, expressing the idea that the journey will take the listener through various parts of the city where different emotions may be experienced.

angst oppetter øyrun
The feeling of anxiety creeping up on the singer, causing him to worry or feel uneasy about something, possibly related to the journey through the city that is about to take place.

men hjarta klart
Despite the feeling of anxiety, the singer's heart is clear and ready to take on whatever experiences may come his way during this journey.

alt for mangen ulva
Too many wolves, or possibly obstacles, are blocking the path forward for the singer, making it difficult for him to move forward and find happiness and peace.

alt for store klør
The wolves or obstacles may have large claws, representing the extent of the problems or challenges that the singer will face during his journey through the city.

alt for
An incomplete thought, possibly suggesting that there are still more challenges or problems that the singer will have to overcome, beyond just the wolves with big claws.

men e har true på at kjærligheten fins
Despite the challenges and obstacles he may face, the singer believes in the existence of love and the power it has to overcome even the toughest of circumstances.

nei e har true på at kjærligheten fins
Reasserting his belief in love and its ability to help him navigate the challenges of his journey.

no er det på tide å skjerpe se gut
It's time for the singer to get serious and sharpen his focus on the journey ahead, perhaps implying that he needs to be more alert and prepared for what's to come.

den byen for å riva hjarta ditt ut?????
Though not entirely clear, this line may suggest that the city they are journeying through is capable of breaking one's heart, or that the journey may be emotionally taxing or difficult.

me dansa gatelangs
The singer and his companion continue their journey through the city, possibly expressing their determination to keep moving despite the challenges they may face.

gjennom sorg og synd
They dance their way through the city, experiencing sadness, grief, and the darker aspects of life along with the joys and pleasures.

det siste e han hugse va at eg knapt nok kunne puste
A powerful image of the singer's struggle to keep moving forward despite the challenges and difficulties he's facing, perhaps relating to the anxiety expressed earlier in the song.

ko e det me gjør
An expression of uncertainty or confusion, possibly indicating the singer's uncertainty about how to proceed on his journey or how to overcome the obstacles he's facing.

me står å dansa på køl?????
Somewhat unclear, this line may suggest that the singer and his companion are dancing together on a wooden pier or dock, enjoying a moment of respite from the challenges of their journey.

oslo
The city of Oslo, where the singer and his companion are journeying through, taking in all its sights, sounds, and emotions.

i mørgosola
The city in the early morning, as the sun begins to rise, symbolizing the start of a new day and a new beginning.

opp fra jorda
A metaphorical expression suggesting that the singer and his companion are rising up from the earth, overcoming the obstacles and challenges that have been in their way and moving forward to a brighter future.

mamma ikkje sjå på me
An expression of shame or regret, perhaps related to the singer's journey through the city, or a reminder of a difficult past that he wants to forget.

det e ikkje te å tru
An expression of disbelief, as the singer reflects on the journey he's been through and the challenges he's overcome.

e vil glømme alt????
Unclear, this line could suggest that the singer wants to forget the challenges he's faced or the journey he's been through, or that he's looking to find a new beginning and move forward with his life.

som falne engla
Like fallen angels, the singer and his companion are moving through the city, experiencing all its joys, sorrows, and challenges along the way.

og når e ser ho over gølvet
When the singer sees a woman on the dance floor, he experiences a moment of hope or inspiration, perhaps seeing her as a symbol of love or a way to overcome the challenges he's been facing.

på ein fest ein stad
At a party or social event in the city, possibly celebrating the end of the journey or the newfound hope that the singer is experiencing.

tenke e at ho
The woman on the dance floor occupies the singer's thoughts, possibly representing a way forward or a path to the future.

ho kunne vore redninga
The woman on the dance floor could be the singer's salvation, helping him to overcome the challenges he's been facing and find a brighter future.

opp fra jorda
As before, a metaphorical expression reflecting the singer's sense of rising above the challenges and obstacles he's faced and moving forward to a brighter future.

mørgosola
Once again referencing the early morning sunlight, symbolizing a new beginning and a fresh start for the singer and his companion.

Contributed by Hannah M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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