Laleh now lives in Los Angeles where she mainly writes and produces music for other pop artists, working on her own music in parallel. She is driven by the fact that the pop industry is dominated by men, and wants to be an example for younger women getting into the pop world.
She studied music and drama at Hvitfeltska Gymnasiet.
She had a major acting role in the Swedish movie Jalla! Jalla!, directed by Josef Fares, which was a big success at the Swedish box office in 2000.
Some Die Young
Laleh Lyrics
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I will tell your story and keep you alive
The best you can
I will tell them to the children
If we have some, if we have some
That I've always felt the feeling we would die young
Some die young, some die young
But you better hold on
So many things I need to say to you
Please don't, don't let me go
And we said we would die together
Some die young
But you better hold on
So many things I need to say to you
Please don't, don't let me go
And we said we would die together
Some die young
I will tell your story if you try
But how long will your thoughts of valleys stay green
When the world you were born in changes with seasons
Will you run with the stream or will you run alone
Or will you run against and finally reveal
Why some die young, why some die young
Why some
Some die young
But you better hold on
So many things I need to say to you
Please don't, don't let me go
And we said we would die together
Some die young
But you better hold on
So many things I need to say to you
Please don't, don't let me go
And we said we would die together
Some die young
But you better hold on
So many things I need to say to you
Please don't, don't let me go
And we said we would die together
Some die young
Some die young
She walks with her head in the sand
They will never die
The lyrics to Laleh's song "Some Die Young" highlight the desire to keep memories and the spirit of a person alive even after they have passed away. The singer promises to tell the story of the person if they die and to keep them alive in memory. The singer reminisces about the conversations they had with the person and the things they wanted to say to them. The repetition of the phrase "some die young" seems to suggest that death can come at any time, and it is important to cherish life and hold on to the people we love. The lyrics also touch upon the idea of change and adapting to new situations, as the world we are born in may change with the seasons. The singer wonders if the person she is singing about will adapt and go with the flow or against it.
The song's narrator also speaks of the desire to die together, which could be interpreted in a number of ways. It could be a romantic notion of two lovers growing old together, or it could be a symbolic expression of two people facing the challenges of life together, even to the point of death. Overall, the song reflects on life and the inevitability of death, but also the importance of holding onto memories, staying strong and living life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
I will tell your story if you die
If you pass away, I'll share your story with the world to keep your memory alive as best as I can
I will tell your story and keep you alive
By telling your story, I'll keep your spirit and presence alive in our hearts and minds
The best you can
I'll share your story as best I can, with all the details and nuances that make you who you are
I will tell them to the children
I'll pass your story down to the next generation, so they too can learn from your experiences and keep your memory alive
If we have some, if we have some
Assuming we have children, I'll make sure they know your story
That I've always felt the feeling we would die young
I've had a feeling deep down that we wouldn't live long, and now that you're gone, that feeling has been validated
Some die young, some die young
Some people leave the world before their time, and unfortunately, that includes you
But you better hold on
Life can be unpredictable and fleeting, so hold on tight to the things and people you hold dear, and make the most of your time here
So many things I need to say to you
There are so many things I wish I had said to you before you passed away, but now it's too late
Please don't, don't let me go
Hold onto me, don't let me go, because I can't bear to lose another person I care about
And we said we would die together
We made a promise to face life's challenges and obstacles together, including the possibility of death
I will tell your story if you try
If you make an effort to share your story with me while you're still alive, I'll make sure your legacy lives on
But how long will your thoughts of valleys stay green
How long can you hold onto happy memories and keep them alive in your mind, as the world changes around you?
When the world you were born in changes with seasons
As the world changes over time, it can be difficult to hold onto the things that are important to you, but it's worth the effort
Will you run with the stream or will you run alone
Will you follow the crowd and go with the flow, or will you forge your own path and stay true to yourself?
Or will you run against and finally reveal
Or will you challenge the status quo and reveal your true potential and talents to the world?
Why some die young, why some die young
The question of why some people die before their time is one that we may never fully understand
She walks with her head in the sand
Some people choose to ignore the harsh realities of life and pretend that everything is fine, but that's not a sustainable way to live
They will never die
Although people may physically pass away, their memory and legacy can live on forever through the stories we tell about them
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Laleh Pourkarim
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@thedrunkenswede3364
My girlfriend died without warning about about 3 weeks ago. She was 29 and really loved Laleh's music. Me browsning youtube for her music is a way to handle my sorrows and remember who she was. For me the support of friends and family have been a great help but it took 1-2 weeks before i even had the energy to talk about what i was feeling inside. When you are feeling like i do and like many of us do at some point in our life it is important to get professional help. For me it helped alot and it made it easier so talk to the people that knows and love me. Wherever you are in life, try to remember the good memories and even try to imagine a day when you can get new ones.
@ltslay3632
Aawwww im so sad for u :( keep going cause we cant live without dreams and dreams cant live without living.
@thedrunkenswede3364
I'm trying. Thanks
@nilooxoxo1700
Omg my sister was 18 and she she die in 04 november i get know about 6 november she die with car in wather she was in wather 48 hours and 03 november was my birtyday and i am 12
@thedrunkenswede3364
I'm so sorry. It doesn't matter what some stranger tells you but i belive you have alot of people in yout life that love you. Share the sadness with with them and try to not close people out of how you are feeling, It is so easy to isolate yourself but try not to.. if you can
@danbholm
+The Drunken Swede I'm so sorry man, that's terrible. Hope you find a way to deal with the tradegy. Love from Norway! :)
@JackWalker12993
My cousin in-law unexpectedly died recently, she was only 42 and a loving wife to my cousin(my auntie's son) for 11 years, it came as a huge shock to my family and she was a lovely down to earth woman. I remember having conversations with her and it's heartbreaking to think I'll never talk to her again. I'd be too emotional the next time I see her husband now widow but seeing we're sons of 2 sisters we cannot lose contact, i learned past several months that I need to be closer to my family more than ever and say 'I love you' before it's too late,
@srabukawaqa9060
I am from Fiji, in the South Pacific. My country also mourned for Norway's loss and moment of turbulence. I cried as we dedicate our afternoon prayers to Norway. Though we may be on the other side of the wide world, just remember that we are all humans and whatever happens to other countries affect us all. I now have dedicated the date through the years to have a moment of silence for my brothers and sisters in Norway. We love you all...This song when played for the memorial service made me cry and cry how innocent loved ones were massacred....
@PrickStanda
I think the video is a part of Laleh's own story: the long journey while fleeing Iran. And also a tribute as her father drowned in a river trying to save another (which he did) who fell from a canoe in a stream . That's the part that makes her authentic: conveying personal experience into art. She has a story to tell. Let's hear more!
@emiljohansson2698
and also utöja