Just the Same
Jorn Lyrics


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There's a light from afar
Like some distant star
It doesn't really matter where you are

One man was happy
One lived in sorrow
Overseer said they'll meet tomorrow
One man was wealthy
One had to borrow
Overseer said they'll meet tomorrow

There's a light from afar
Like some distant star
It doesn't really matter where you are
It's just the same

Moon's silver face
Dark shadows on the wall
Light playing games as evening falls
And when the sunshine
Can't warm your heart again
Soar with the starlight on the evening wind

There's a light from afar
Like some distant star
It doesn't really matter where you are

There's a way
Even though your heart is broken
Now by the close
Of one door
Another opens

Leave your heat wide open

The door will open

There's a light from afar
Like some distant star
It doesn't matter where you are
It's just the same
It's just the same




It's just the same
It's just the same

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Jorn's song "Just the Same" speak to the notion that despite our various differences, we are all connected and essentially the same. The song opens with a description of a light from afar, like a distant star, which does not discriminate and shines equally on everyone, no matter where they are. This is followed by references to two different men – one happy and one sad; one wealthy and one struggling. Despite their differences, they are told by an overseer that they will meet tomorrow, suggesting that they will eventually come together.


The chorus repeats the idea that "it's just the same" for everyone, reinforcing the basic human connection we all share. The lyrics then shift to a description of the moon's silver face and the light and shadows it creates. Again, there is a sense of the beauty and mystery of the universe, connecting us all. The final lines of the song suggest that even if your heart is broken, there is still a way forward. One door may close, but another will open, so it is important to leave your heart open and be ready for the next opportunity.


Line by Line Meaning

There's a light from afar
Hope exists even in the darkest of times


Like some distant star
It may seem far away, but it is still present


It doesn't really matter where you are
Hope is universal and accessible to everyone


One man was happy
Not everyone's journey is the same


One lived in sorrow
Some people face great hardships and pain


Overseer said they'll meet tomorrow
The future is uncertain and anything can happen


One man was wealthy
Some people have more resources and opportunities


One had to borrow
Some people struggle with financial instability


Moon's silver face
The beauty of nature can provide comfort


Dark shadows on the wall
The presence of darkness and uncertainty


Light playing games as evening falls
The constant fluctuation of hope and doubt


And when the sunshine
Hope can come in unexpected ways


Can't warm your heart again
Sometimes, sorrow can be overwhelming


Soar with the starlight on the evening wind
Finding hope and joy in unexpected places


There's a way
Hope always exists, even in difficult times


Even though your heart is broken
Even in the greatest pain, there is always hope


Now by the close
Endings are not always bad


Of one door
One opportunity may end, but there are always new ones


Another opens
New opportunities and hope will come


Leave your heat wide open
Be open to new experiences and opportunities


The door will open
There is always hope for a better tomorrow


It's just the same
Hope is universal and applicable to everyone


It's just the same
No matter what hardship or joy, hope is always present


It's just the same
We all struggle, but we all have hope


It's just the same
Hope unites us all and gives us strength




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Comments from YouTube:

Hu

Every song on this album is amazing.

James Sloan

I really miss the experimental things from his first solo albums. But having said that - I´m just happy he´s still puting out records with that incredible voice.

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