Be a Lion
Elisabeth Lohninger Lyrics

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There is a place we'll go
Where there is mostly quiet
Flowers and butterflies
A rainbow lives beside it

And from a velvet sky
A summer storm
You can feel the coolness in the air

But you're still warm

And then a mighty roar
Will start the sky to cryin'
But not even lightening
Will be frightening my lion

And with no fear inside
No need to run, no need to hide
You're standing strong and tall
You're the bravest of them all

If on courage you must call
Then just keep on tryin'
And tryin', and tryin' you're a lion
In your own way be a lion

Come on, be a lion

I'm standing strong and tall
You're the bravest of them all
If on courage you must call
Keep on tryin', and tryin', and tryin'

I'm a lion in my own way
I'm a lion, a lion, a lion, a lion

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Elisabeth Lohninger's song Be a Lion are about finding a peaceful place where one can feel comfortable and unafraid. The imagery of flowers, butterflies, and rainbows creates a sense of tranquility and beauty. Even when a storm approaches, the singer remains calm and brave like a lion.

The lyrics encourage the listener to find their inner courage and strength. The phrase "If on courage you must call" suggests that bravery is sometimes necessary, but it's something that can be cultivated with effort and practice. The repetition of "tryin'" emphasizes the idea that courage is an ongoing process, something that requires persistence and determination.

Ultimately, the song is a call to action, an invitation to be a lion in your own way. It's a reminder that no matter how scary or challenging a situation may be, you have the strength and courage inside of you to face it head on.

Line by Line Meaning

There is a place we'll go
There is a peaceful place we can go to.

Where there is mostly quiet
It's a quiet place.

Flowers and butterflies
There are flowers and butterflies in this place.

A rainbow lives beside it
There is a rainbow nearby.

And from a velvet sky
From a soft, velvety sky...

A summer storm
...there is a summer storm.

You can feel the coolness in the air
The air has cooled down.

But you're still warm
But you are still warm.

And then a mighty roar
A loud roar follows.

Will start the sky to cryin'
This roar makes the sky begin to rain.

But not even lightening
Even lightning...