Dritte Wahl ("third choice") is a German punk band.

In 1988 Gunnar … Read Full Bio ↴Dritte Wahl ("third choice") is a German punk band.

In 1988 Gunnar Gunnar (voc/g), Busch'n (voc/bg) und Krel (dr) played their first gig in their hometown Rostock (North/East Germany).

In January 2005 Busch'n died of cancer. Stefan (voc, bg) became his worthy replacement.

Dritte Wahl has released nine studio albums, three live-cds and 2 dvds.

Sonne & Meer
Dritte Wahl Lyrics

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Die falschen Freunde gehabt
Doch man hat dich geschnappt
Gleich beim ersten Mal
Den andern wars egal

Und dann war da dieser Schuss
Und du hast nicht einmal was von der Waffe gewusst
Sie sagten: "Schuld bist du!"

Und hörten deinen Schwüren nicht einmal zu

Sonne und Meer, wie lang ist das her?
Wirst du sie je wiedersehn?
Möwen im Wind, die ihr Leben lang frei sind
Wieviel Zeit wird noch vergehn?

Durch einen Zufall haben sie den Richtigen gefasst
Jahrelang hast du ihn gehasst
Jetzt führn sie ihn dem Richter vor
Und mit Tränen in den Augen läufst du durch das Tor

Sonne und Meer, wie lang ist das her?
Wirst du sie je wiedersehn?

Möwen im Wind, die ihr Leben lang frei sind
Wieviel Zeit wird noch vergehn?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Dritte Wahl's song "Sonne & Meer" narrate the story of someone who has made mistakes in their past and has been punished for them. The singer had false friends and was caught doing something wrong on their first attempt, while others who did the same thing did not face any consequences. Then, there was a shooting incident in which the singer had no involvement, but they were still held responsible by others who refused to listen to their protests.

The chorus, "Sonne und Meer, wie lang ist das her? Wirst du sie je wiedersehn? Möwen im Wind, die ihr Leben lang frei sind, Wieviel Zeit wird noch vergehn?" translates to "Sun and sea, how long ago was that? Will you ever see them again? Seagulls in the wind, who are free all their lives, how much time will pass?" This chorus symbolizes the singer's longing for the simple pleasures of life and being free of their current circumstances. The verses, on the other hand, highlight the unfairness and injustice that they have faced due to their past mistakes.

Overall, "Sonne & Meer" is a powerful song that delves into the themes of regret, punishment, and yearning for a better life. The lyrics give a voice to those who have been wronged and reflect on the importance of being heard and understood.

Line by Line Meaning

Die falschen Freunde gehabt
Had the wrong friends

Doch man hat dich geschnappt
But you got caught

Gleich beim ersten Mal
On the very first time

Den andern wars egal
The others didn't care

Und dann war da dieser Schuss
And then there was that shot

Und du hast nicht einmal was von der Waffe gewusst
And you didn't even know about the gun

Sie sagten: "Schuld bist du!"
They said: "You're to blame!"

Und hörten deinen Schwüren nicht einmal zu
And didn't even listen to your vows

Sonne und Meer, wie lang ist das her?
Sun and sea, how long ago was that?

Wirst du sie je wiedersehn?
Will you ever see them again?

Möwen im Wind, die ihr Leben lang frei sind
Seagulls in the wind, who are free their whole life