Mena was thirteen years old she moved to live with her musician father. She sang and wrote lyrics as a form of therapy for her feelings and frustrations. Not all the stories in her diary became songs, but "My Lullaby" was one of them, expressing her pain from her parents' divorce. After pleading with her father to make a demo, he contacted some industry experts to record Maria's songs in the studio. Then he presented his daughter's demo to the music industry. Sony Music signed Maria Mena to their label.
In March 2002, Mena's single "My Lullaby" reached number five in the Norwegian charts. The young singer quickly gained fans and soon earned her first platinum record. 2005 saw the release of Apparently Unaffected, including singles "Miss You Love" and "Just Hold Me". A significant success in Norway, the album gained three Spellemann nominations: best female artist, best hit, and best music video.
In September 2008 Mena's fifth studio album was released, Cause and Effect.
So Sweet
Maria Mena Lyrics
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the wind is in your hair
not a single care
cigarettes and beer
the speed of moving
feels like you can fly
feeling kinda high
you let go and landed on your feet
and it felt so sweet
there's nothing more that can hold you back now
Amelia
you always had what you finally found
Amelia
oh oh oh oh youre on your way
your fears are behind you
oh oh oh oh you're on your way
your fears are behind you
morning glory
shines upon your face
not a single trace
of years all gone to waste
oh now here's a story
full of hope and light
you didn't win without a fight
now here's to your delight
you let go and landed on your feet
and it felt so sweet
there's nothing more that can hold you back now
Amelia
you always had what you finally found
Amelia
oh oh oh oh you're on your way
your fears are behind you
oh oh oh oh you're on your way
your fears are behind you
you let go and landed on your feet
and it felt so sweet
The song "So Sweet" by Maria Mena is a story of redemption and perseverance. It is about someone who has faced many struggles and adversities in life, but has finally overcome them and is on their way to a brighter future. The first verse sets the scene with the cool and soothing wind in the hair and an atmosphere of relaxation with cigarettes and beer. The second verse emphasizes the feeling of liberation and freedom with the speed of moving, and the sensation of being able to fly - indicating a sense of control and overcoming the past.
The chorus highlights the singer's journey towards their new life, and the optimism and determination within themselves that has brought them to where they are today. They have finally found what they were always looking for, and are now on their way to a brighter future. The bridge acknowledges the singer's past struggles but emphasizes that those fears are now behind them. They are finally free from their previous burdens and are now able to let go and move forward.
Overall, "So Sweet" is a powerful and inspiring song that speaks to the human spirit's resilience and ability to overcome obstacles in life.
Line by Line Meaning
cool and soothing
The atmosphere around is calming and relaxing
the wind is in your hair
The wind blows through your hair, making you feel alive
not a single care
You have nothing to worry about and can live in the moment
cigarettes and beer
You're enjoying life's simple pleasures
the speed of moving
Going fast creates a sensation of flying
feels like you can fly
The rush of moving makes you feel invincible
feeling kinda high
The euphoria of the moment is like a natural high
beneath the big blue sky
The vast sky represents limitless opportunities
you let go and landed on your feet
You took a risk and it ended up turning out okay
and it felt so sweet
The relief and happiness of success is satisfying
there's nothing more that can hold you back now Amelia
There's nothing stopping you from reaching your goals
you always had what you finally found Amelia
You had the potential all along to achieve your dreams
oh oh oh oh you're on your way
You're headed towards success and achieving your dreams
your fears are behind you
You've left your fears behind, gaining confidence and strength
morning glory
The beauty of the morning is reflected in your life
shines upon your face
The light of hope and determination is evident on your face
not a single trace
There's no evidence of past struggles or mistakes
of years all gone to waste
The negative experiences of the past have become lessons learned
oh now here's a story
Your life is now a success story filled with hope and inspiration
full of hope and light
The future is filled with optimism and positivity
you didn't win without a fight
You had to struggle to get where you are today
now here's to your delight
Now you can enjoy the fruits of your labor and be happy
Contributed by Amelia G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.