Niemand
Fay Lovsky Lyrics


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Niemand by Fay Lovsky
Ik ben van niemand, niemand is van mij
Niemand is m'n maatje, niemand maakt me blij

Niemand is m'n vriend, niemand geeft me raad
Niemand is m'n trouwste kameraad

Niemand en ik, horen bij elkaar
Allerbeste vrienden, 't allergrootste paar

Wie komt er nou aan mij, met niemand aan m'n zij
Ik heb niemand nodig, niemand is van mij





Niemand, ah ah, niemand

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Fay Lovsky's song "Niemand" convey a sense of freedom and independent self-reliance. The repeated refrain of "I am of no one, no one is mine" emphasizes the idea that the singer doesn't need anyone else to be happy or fulfilled in life. They reject the idea of relying on other people for support or companionship, claiming that "no one is my buddy, no one makes me happy." Despite this, the singer acknowledges that they are still connected to someone, specifically "nobody," who is described as their best friend and constant companion.


The lyrics also have a slightly ironic and tongue-in-cheek tone, as the concept of having no one seems like a paradoxical statement. The chorus repeats the word "Nobody" several times, emphasizing the absurdity of the situation while also underscoring the singer's insistence that they don't need anyone else. The final line of the song, "Nobody, ah ah, nobody" has a playful, sing-song quality that suggests the singer isn't taking themselves too seriously.


Some possible interpretations of the song could be that it's about the challenges and rewards of being a loner or a nonconformist, or that it's an anthem of self-determination and individuality. It could also be seen as a commentary on the paradoxes of human relationships, where we simultaneously crave intimacy and connection while also valuing our independence and autonomy.


Line by Line Meaning

Ik ben van niemand, niemand is van mij
I am not owned by anyone, and do not own anyone in turn


Niemand is m'n maatje, niemand maakt me blij
I do not have any close companions or experience happiness due to any individuals


Niemand is m'n vriend, niemand geeft me raad
I do not have any friends or receive any form of guidance or counsel


Niemand is m'n trouwste kameraad
I do not have any loyal comrades


Niemand en ik, horen bij elkaar
Myself and no one belong together


Allerbeste vrienden, 't allergrootste paar
Although I am alone, I consider no one my closest ally


Wie komt er nou aan mij, met niemand aan m'n zij
Who will approach me when I am without anyone by my side?


Ik heb niemand nodig, niemand is van mij
I do not require anyone, nor do I belong to anyone


Niemand, ah ah, niemand
No one, ah ah, no one




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