Waterfall
Joni Lyrics


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Like a wildflower stuck in a seed
You're kept in the dark, been held there too long
Like a stone heart you're dying to live
The beating is gone, you're still holding on

No, I will never give up give up this fight
And, I just have to get up get up and try
I'm standing on the edge of a waterfall
I can see it clearly from above
That I've been holding back for way too long
But nothing's gonna stop me anymore
I'm letting go
Waterfall
I'm letting go
Like a waterfall

Like a kite being tied by a string
Fighting to fly, you're pulled to the ground
Like a burning star no one has seen
No matter how hard try, you're lost in the sky.

No, I will never give up give up this fight
And, I just have to get up get up and try

I'm standing on the edge of a waterfall
I can see it clearly from above
That I've been holding back for way too long
But nothing's gonna stop me anymore
I'm letting go
Waterfall
I'm letting go
Like a waterfall

When darkness comes
Just light it up
And let it burn
For us for us

When darkness comes
Just light it up
And let it burn
For us for us

I'm standing on the edge of a waterfall
I can see it clearly from above
That I've been holding back for way too long
But nothing's gonna stop me anymore
I'm letting go
Waterfall




I'm letting go
Like a waterfall

Overall Meaning

The first verse of Joni's song "Waterfall" sets the stage for a song about breaking free from the things that hold us back, comparing the feeling of being stuck to that of a wildflower stuck in a seed or a stone heart dying to live. It's clear that the singer has been holding back for a long time and has been fighting to break free. Despite the difficulty of the struggle, the singer insists that they will never give up the fight and that they just have to get up and try again.


In the chorus, the singer compares the feeling of being held back to that of standing on the edge of a waterfall. They can see clearly from above that they've been holding back for too long, but they're ready to let go and embrace the rush of the waterfall. The repetition of the phrase "I'm letting go / Waterfall / I'm letting go / Like a waterfall" emphasizes the freedom that the singer feels in finally letting go and embracing change.


The second verse continues the motif of being held back, comparing the feeling to that of a kite being tethered to the ground or a burning star no one has seen. Again, the singer emphasizes the importance of never giving up the fight and continuing to try.


The repeated phrase "When darkness comes / Just light it up / And let it burn / For us for us" is a call to action. When things get difficult and it seems like we're being held back, we need to find the strength to light up the darkness and let it burn for ourselves and for others.


Overall, "Waterfall" is a powerful anthem about breaking free from what holds us back and embracing change. Through vivid imagery and a driving beat, Joni encourages us to let go and embrace the rush of the waterfall.


Line by Line Meaning

Like a wildflower stuck in a seed
Feeling trapped and confined, like a wildflower unable to fully bloom until freed from its seed casing.


You're kept in the dark, been held there too long
Being kept in ignorance and uncertainty for too long, preventing growth and progress.


Like a stone heart you're dying to live
Feeling numb and lifeless inside, but yearning for a chance to truly live and experience emotions.


The beating is gone, you're still holding on
Feeling like the passion and energy for life has faded away, yet still holding on to hope and the will to carry on.


No, I will never give up give up this fight
I refuse to give up, no matter how tough the fight may be or how many obstacles lie ahead.


And, I just have to get up get up and try
Despite past failures and setbacks, I must find the strength and courage to keep trying.


I'm standing on the edge of a waterfall
My life is at a pivotal moment, where I must either take a leap of faith or continue to hold back.


I can see it clearly from above
Gaining a new perspective and seeing things more clearly, with a fresh outlook on life.


That I've been holding back for way too long
Realizing that fear and doubt have been holding me back from reaching my full potential for far too long.


But nothing's gonna stop me anymore
Despite the challenges and obstacles that may arise, I am determined to push through and overcome them.


I'm letting go
Releasing the fears and doubts that have been holding me back, and embracing the uncertainty and potential of the future.


Waterfall
Symbolizing the power and rush of change and transformation.


Like a waterfall
Emphasizing the magnitude and impact of the transformation taking place.


Like a kite being tied by a string
Feeling constrained and limited, unable to soar as high or as freely as desired.


Fighting to fly, you're pulled to the ground
Struggling to break free from the constraints holding you back, yet feeling constantly pulled down by their weight.


Like a burning star no one has seen
Feeling overlooked and unnoticed, despite the passion and intensity of your inner fire.


No matter how hard try, you're lost in the sky.
Feeling lost and directionless in life, despite making every effort to find purpose and direction.


When darkness comes
Referring to difficult and challenging times in life, when it may be hard to see a way forward.


Just light it up
Encouraging the listener to find hope and strength even in the darkest of moments.


And let it burn
Suggesting that rather than suppressing or hiding emotions, it's important to let them out and experience them fully.


For us for us
Reminding us to seek support and unity in challenging times, rather than attempting to go it alone.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dimitrios Stassos, Michael James Down, Emanuel Fredrik Arahamsson, Johanna Magdalena Toth, Gabrielle Emma Birgitta Thorstensson Wilsson

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Comments from YouTube:

RoomieOfficial

Great job Johanna! :)

Existential Chrisis

Wow, what an amazing song... hope to see you back at 'A Dal' with an even bigger hit - high stakes though! Greetings from Spain!

Gabi

BRAVO. I'm so glad to see Waterfall's video. I'll broke the replay button. Those lyrics are so strong, the message in the video is so real. I see that you're very talented, and Europe has to know who u are! Hope u represent my dear Hungary (I've got Hungarian roots). You've got my support, for sure! Best of lucks in A dal Joni!
Xoxo from Argentina! ♥

Johanna Toth

Thank you!! I hope so too <3 <3 <3

Guillermo Bosque

What a voice, so beautiful

Dóri Táncos

Nagyon jó ez a dal! Ez az első olyan magyarországi dal amire azt mondom, hogy csodálatos, és nagyon esélyes az Eurovision- on! Gratulálok!:)

The Writer

Gyönyörű!!!! Csak gratulálni tudok! Gyönyörű az amit összehoztál, első hallásra beleszerettem ebbe a dalba!!!! :)
Minden tökéletes benn!!! :))

An Vach

congratulations,a wonderful song! you deserve to be in Denmark!! greetings from Greece!!

Kriszti csatornája

Nagyon szép dal! Szép a hangod,szép vagy te is Joni,és a dal is gyögyörű!  Így tovább!

shamelessduck

Nice song. Good performance. My choice for ESC. Greetings from Latvia!

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