Da5id Din and Matthew Crofoot, two Boston studio owners, decided to become Informatik in 1993 after recognizing common musical tastes.
The duo, who had previously worked separately as Acme Disco Machine and Struktur, began recording and released their debut album Direct Memory Access on Sinless Records. The second volume of the album was released two years later. ~ John Bush
Nothing Greater
Informatik Lyrics
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A mystery?
Some mystery
Who am I supposed to be?
When I could be
Anything
Or do I know or just believe
Are these feelings that I fear reality?
My eyes are open, now I see
With the utmost certainty
That time is leading - it slips away
There is nothing greater than this
No other place or time I know
There is nowhere I'd rather be so why ask for
Why ask for more
So many things to do and see
For me to know
For me to be
I never realized 'til now
What this life means
Means to me
Relive a lie and die each day
Pretending it's not happening
But we need it - we all need it to believe
Somebody out there help me please
Give me some peace and set me free
Stop me from making the same mistakes
There is nothing greater than this
No other place or time I know
There is nowhere I'd rather be so why ask for
Why ask for more
What is a worry
There is no hurry
These are the stories of our lives
The moment, the glory
The sound and the fury
These are the stories of our lives
Nothing greater than this
Nothing greater than this
Stop dreaming of fictitious places
Just take a look around
Everything you want is right here
Everything you need is now
Everything is yours to try
You are free to change your mind
You don't need a reason why
To spread your wings and touch the sky
The lyrics to Informatik's song Nothing Greater explore the universal human experience of self-discovery and introspection. The opening lines ask profound questions about the meaning of life and the nature of identity. The lyrics touch upon the theme of the human urge to achieve self-actualization by asking "Who am I supposed to be?" and "Is this real or just a dream?". The subsequent lyrics allude to the idea that life is fleeting and that time is constantly moving forward in a way that often leaves us feeling helpless.
The song then takes a hopeful turn by insisting that, despite all this uncertainty, there is nothing greater than the present moment. It pushes the listener to recognize the beauty of the here and now as well as the infinite possibilities that life has to offer. The final lines are an encouragement to take hold of one's life and aim for the skies without the need for a reason why.
Overall, Informatik's Nothing Greater is a song that reflects the human longing for meaning and significance. It urges listeners to embrace the present moment and to pursue their dreams with an open heart and an open mind.
Line by Line Meaning
What is life supposed to mean?
Is life really a mystery or just misunderstood?
Who am I supposed to be?
With endless possibilities, who do I want to become?
Is this real or just a dream
Is this reality or just a figment of my imagination?
My eyes are open, now I see
With newfound clarity, I understand that time is fleeting.
There is nothing greater than this
In this moment, there is nothing better or more important.
So many things to do and see
There is an endless amount of opportunities to explore.
I never realized 'til now
Only now do I fully understand.
Relive a lie and die each day
Living a lie is not living at all, and will lead to a wasted life.
Somebody out there help me please
Sometimes we need help to find our way and overcome adversity.
There is nothing greater than this
In this moment, there is nothing more valuable or fulfilling.
What is a worry
Why let worries consume us when there is no need to rush?
The moment, the glory
The experiences we have now will become the stories we tell later in life.
Stop dreaming of fictitious places
Stop wishing for the unattainable and appreciate what is already within reach.
Everything you want is right here
The things we desire most are often right in front of us.
Everything is yours to try
There is nothing stopping us from pursuing our dreams and trying new things.
You don't need a reason why
We don't need an explanation or justification to chase after what makes us happy.
To spread your wings and touch the sky
We have the freedom to explore and reach new heights if we allow ourselves to do so.
Contributed by Riley T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.