Eisen
GWLT Lyrics

These lyrics speak to themes of disillusionment, rebellion, and self-reflection. The opening lines, "Wir haben genug gesehen, um zu erblinden" (We have seen enough to go blind), suggest that the singer has witnessed so much injustice and corruption that it has blinded them to the world's beauty or potential for change. They also imply a feeling of being overwhelmed or desensitized by the constant exposure to such negativity.

The following line, "Genug gegessen für den Hunger" (Eaten enough to feed the hunger), reflects a similar sentiment. It can be interpreted as a metaphor for consuming enough information or experiences to satisfy the hunger for knowledge or understanding. However, it could also signify that the singer has indulged in material possessions or distractions, but it hasn't filled the void within them.

"Genug verhindert, um uns zu kümmern" (Prevented enough to care) suggests that the singer has been restrained or held back from taking action or caring about important issues. This line highlights a sense of frustration and the desire to break free from the limitations that society or external forces impose.

The subsequent lines, "Lass uns plündern was sie zimmern / Für jetzt und für immer!" (Let's plunder what they build / For now and forever!) convey a rebellious tone and a call to action. The singer is urging others to dismantle or destroy what those in power have constructed and to do so indefinitely.

The chorus, "Ein Hoch auf den Verlust, das Verlieren und die Furcht / Ein Hoch auf die Wut, denn sie begleitet uns da durch" (A toast to loss, losing, and fear / A toast to anger, for it accompanies us) reveals a paradoxical celebration of negative emotions. It suggests that despite the pain and fear, these emotions are necessary companions on the journey of defiance and resistance.

The repetition of "Stein und Eisen" (Stone and iron) throughout the song emphasizes a sense of solidity and permanence. It may symbolize the hurdles or obstacles the singer has faced or represents the unyielding nature of oppressive structures. However, it could also signify the singer's strength and determination to break down barriers and build something new.

The concluding lines, "Und wir verstehen, was am Ende bleibt / Weil es das birgt, was der Anfang zeigt / Stein und Eisen, Stein und Eisen" (And we understand what remains in the end / Because it holds what the beginning shows / Stone and iron, stone and iron) suggest that the singer has gained wisdom and insight through their experiences. They recognize that the end result is determined by what is revealed and preserved from the beginning. It could also imply that despite the struggles, there is an immutable core within themselves and their purpose that persists.