Rest
Lizette Lizette feat. Nicklas Stenemo Lyrics


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You try so hard
So hard to shape life as you want it
The greater the struggle
The further the goal
We try so hard to
So hard to make dreams our reality
The greater the pain
The sour the prize

Trust the plan why don't we ever
Trust in that why don't you
Trust the plan why don't we ever
Trust in that why don't you
I try so hard
To control the circumstance
Sold my heart
Sold myself
For one lat chance
Then it's there
And you think the deal is done
Seams to clear for a second
And then it's gone

Rest my confidence
Let life give me evidence
Rest my empty soul
Living life without control
Rest my confidence
Let life give me evidence
Rest my empty soul
Living life without control

Trust the plan why don't we ever
Trust in that why don't you
Trust the plan why don't we ever
Trust in that why don't you
I try so hard to let go
And let life stir
Try so hard to believe
And ease my fear
Then it's there
Like a weight upon my chest
How can it be so hard
To get some rest

Rest my confidence
Let life give me evidence
Rest my empty soul
Living life without control
Rest my confidence
Let life give me evidence
Rest my empty soul
Living life without control





Rest

Overall Meaning

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The song "Rest" by Lizette Lizette feat. Nicklas Stenemo is a heartfelt and contemplative piece that delves into the human desire to control circumstances and shape our own lives. The song begins with Lizette speaking to someone who is trying hard to create the life they want, saying that the harder we struggle, the further our goals can seem. We try hard to make our dreams a reality, but the greater the pain we experience in pursuit of those dreams, the sweeter the prize can ultimately be. The chorus then brings up the question of why we don't trust the plan for our lives, and why we don't let go and allow life to unfold as it will.


Lizette then sings about the personal struggle to control circumstances, selling her heart and herself for what she hopes to be one last chance to achieve her goals. When the opportunity finally comes, it may seem clear for a moment, but then just as suddenly, it's gone. The song's themes shift to Lizette's desire to let go and trust in life's plan for her, to "let life stir" and ease her fear. But this is easier said than done, as she reflects on how hard it can be to get some rest when our desire for control creates such a weight on our chests.


Ultimately, "Rest" speaks to a universal human experience of wanting to control our lives and create the future we desire, but also wrestling with the realization that letting go and trusting in life can be the path to greater peace and fulfillment.


Line by Line Meaning

You try so hard
You put in a lot of effort


So hard to shape life as you want it
It's difficult to have control over your life


The greater the struggle
The harder the challenge


The further the goal
The more distant the objective


We try so hard to
We make a lot of efforts to


So hard to make dreams our reality
It's challenging to turn dreams into reality


The greater the pain
The more intense the suffering


The sour the prize
The less enjoyable the reward


Trust the plan why don't we ever
We should have faith in the plan, but we don't


Trust in that why don't you
You should have faith in the plan


I try so hard
I make a lot of efforts


To control the circumstance
To have control over what's happening


Sold my heart
I gave up my emotions


Sold myself
I gave up who I am


For one last chance
In exchange for one opportunity


Then it's there
When the opportunity presents itself


And you think the deal is done
You believe the transaction is complete


Seams to clear for a second
It looks like everything is going well, but only momentarily


And then it's gone
And then it disappears


Rest my confidence
I need to take a break from being self-assured


Let life give me evidence
I'm willing to wait for evidence before I act


Rest my empty soul
I need to take a break from feeling unfulfilled


Living life without control
Going through life without controlling everything


I try so hard to let go
I make a lot of efforts to loosen my grip


And let life stir
And let life take its course


Try so hard to believe
To have faith


And ease my fear
To reduce my anxiety


Like a weight upon my chest
A heavy burden on my mind and emotions


How can it be so hard
Why is it so challenging


To get some rest
To find peace and relaxation




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@MrFirechild

Nicklas Stenemo, you have the most unique and coolest voice on the planet!

@st6n

+1

@michaelbell8233

True that

@ianjirz410

@michael bell but the voice from the girl is also great.

@michaelbell8233

@Ian Jirz Absolutely. The two together work magic.

@ianjirz410

true story^^

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@stephenmurad7651

Could listen to this song all day. SO OBSESSED! And the combo of your guys' vocals is something else...absolutely in love. ❤

@tpurvis89

Better late to awesome music than never. My ears and soul have been missing out! You've got a new fan! <3 Keep making art!

@sharimylastname3171

Love this song and video so much! If only I knew where to get a boobie sweater this would be the best halloween costume ever.

@sebastienrichard3469

Fabulous track! Perfect in all respects from start to end!

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