Nieuw Bloed
Frank Boeijen Groep Lyrics

The lyrics of "Nieuw Bloed" by Frank Boeijen Groep convey a sense of weariness and longing for something fresh and rejuvenating. The opening lines, "Mijn ogen doen pijn / Ze hebben zoveel gezien" ("My eyes hurt / They have seen so much"), suggest a deep burden borne by the singer, possibly from witnessing too much hardship or pain in life. The following lines, "Als iedereen slaapt / Hou ik mijn hart vast" ("While everyone is asleep / I hold onto my heart"), reveal a sense of vulnerability and fear in the face of solitude and darkness.

The questioning in the lines "Is dit de grens / Hoever kan liefde gaan / Is dit de rand / Van de afgrond" ("Is this the limit / How far can love go / Is this the edge / Of the abyss") reflects a contemplation on the boundaries and depths of love, hinting at a struggle to navigate the complexities of relationships and emotions. The call to explore the unknown, "Ik kan op bezoek gaan / Is er iemand die op mij wacht" ("I can pay a visit / Is there someone waiting for me"), and the invitation to journey into the city until the late hours of the night suggest a yearning for connection and renewal amidst solitude and uncertainty.

As the lyrics continue, the theme of seeking renewal and transformation becomes more pronounced. The repeated refrain "Op zoek naar nieuw bloed / Op zoek naar een nieuwe geest" ("Looking for new blood / Searching for a new spirit") conveys a desire for revitalization and inspiration. The plea for "nieuwe ogen / Een nieuw gezicht een nieuwe / Mond" ("new eyes / A new face a new / Mouth") signifies a craving for a fresh perspective and a break from the weight of the past, echoing a yearning for liberation and a new beginning.

The final verses of the song bring forth a sense of betrayal and disillusionment, as the singer reflects on a friend turned enemy and the bitterness of betrayal. The juxtaposition of "Schoonheid is zoeter / Dan wraak ooit kan zijn" ("Beauty is sweeter / Than revenge could ever be") suggests a longing for peace and redemption over vengeance. The ending plea for "Geef me nieuw bloed / Geef me een nieuwe geest" ("Give me new blood / Give me a new spirit") encapsulates the overarching theme of seeking renewal and resilience in the face of adversity, ultimately culminating in a longing for a fresh start and a hopeful future, with a touch of longing and romanticism.