Rettet die Wale
Gustav Lyrics

In the song "Rettet die Wale" (Save the Whales) by Gustav, the lyrics call for a revolution against the societal system, advocating for people to take action and make changes that will benefit the environment and humanity. The first line, "Rettet die Wale, und stürzt das System" (Save the whales, and overthrow the system), expresses a desire for people to protect and preserve nature, while at the same time challenging the current system that is harming the planet. The next line, "und trennt euren Müll, denn viel Mist ist nicht schön" (and separate your garbage, because a lot of waste is not beautiful) encourages people to take responsibility for their own actions and make small but impactful changes to reduce waste.

The following lines seem contradictory at first, "Vergeudet eure Jugend, und sagt nicht Neger und nicht Tschusch, und seid ihr eures Lebens müde, legt Hand an euch und macht Schluss" (Waste your youth, and don't say the N-word or the T-word, and if you are tired of life, take your own life and end it). However, these lines can be interpreted as a call for rebellion against societal norms and expectations, encouraging people to be unconventional and reject harmful language and thoughts, while also acknowledging the seriousness of mental health issues and potentially addressing suicide prevention.

The rest of the lyrics encourage people to be unapologetic about their actions, to show kindness to animals and children, and to prioritize love and connection with others. The final line, "und rettet die Wale" (and save the whales) brings the focus back to the original call to action and emphasizes the importance of preserving our natural environment.