Jag har aldrig
Jakob Karlberg Lyrics

These lyrics from Jakob Karlberg's song "Jag har aldrig" convey a sense of regret and reflection on a past relationship. The singer begins by mentioning the clinking of bottles, indicating a drinking session perhaps as a way to cope with the memories and emotions associated with the relationship.

The lyrics then express the desire to reveal the truth about why they lost each other, as if it never happened or as if the singer never felt anything when they were together. This suggests a sense of detachment or emotional numbness during the relationship. The repetition of "Du låg bredvid mig" (You lay beside me) emphasizes the physical presence of the person they were with, but also implies a lack of emotional connection.

In the chorus, the singer confesses that they have never loved or betrayed their partner, but the truth of this statement is tormenting them. They find solace in drinking, using it as a coping mechanism to numb the pain and escape the truth. This implies a sense of self-deception and a struggle to come to terms with their emotions.

The following verse describes the singer's lifestyle after the breakup, with new people entering their life every weekend. However, it all becomes repetitive and empty, characterized by drinking and pretending not to feel the pain of losing the person they had a memorable summer with. The line, "Åh, jag hatar kärleken" (Oh, I hate love), indicates a bitterness and resentment towards love and its complexities.

The chorus is repeated, emphasizing that the singer never loved or betrayed their partner and that the truth is killing them. They sit there drinking and contemplating the implications of their actions. The mention of becoming famous (Jag skulle aldrig gått och blivit känd) suggests that fame may have influenced their decisions and actions, causing further reflection.

The final repetition of the chorus adds a new line: "For aldrig, aldrig älskat dig, Nej, jag har aldrig ångrat mig, Sanningen den dödar mig, För jag sitter här och älskar dig" (Because I never, never loved you, No, I've never regretted it, The truth is killing me, Because I sit here and love you). This contradictory statement reveals the complexity of the singer's emotions. Despite claiming to have never loved their partner earlier, they now admit to sitting there and loving them, implying a lingering affection despite all the pain and confusion.