Solid Ground is the 5th track on under the surface album, and the 4th and l… Read Full Bio ↴Solid Ground is the 5th track on under the surface album, and the 4th and last single to be released (in March 2007).
After several weeks, it reached #1 on Norwegian Radio Charts even though it didn't have music video to be promoted.
Marit started writing the song when she was only 14 years old, and it's claimed for having the best and most inspirational lyrics from the album.
It talks about the idea of stading up even when they try to make you think there's no solid ground under your feet; and the fact of and proving the world you're able to do something good, something new, even though the only one that believes in you is yourself.
In live performances, Marit plays it being accompanied only by a keyboard.

Solid Ground
Marit Larsen Lyrics

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Cannot fall, never do regret
Know just what is being said
Know the risk you take
Keep your head above it all
Sure you can fall
But not now you gotta prove
Something new, being you, being you

Can't feel, keep from asking why
Be the strongest at goodbyes
Know your place in life
Now expand your wings and fly
It reaches high but not,
Enough you seem to me
So incomplete, swept off your feet

And let me tell you they will always pull you down
Before you know it they will take your smile and push you around
They will fight and struggle
To blur and trouble
Your sense of solid ground

Cannot know, lose your self-control
Be and angel over all
Know your secret way
Laugh at everything they say
Will you remain the same?
And now you dare not see
What's letting go
Inside of me,is it me?

And they will always pull you down
Before you know it they will take your smile and push you around
They will fight and struggle
To blur and trouble
Your sense of solid ground

Keep your head above it all, sure you can fall
But not now you gotta prove

And they will always pull you down
Before you know it they will take your smile and push you around
They will haunt your every dream
They will make you come undone at the seams
And they will fight and struggle
To blur and trouble
Your sense of solid ground?

Keep your head above it all
Sure you can fall

But not now you gotta prove
Something new, being you, being you

Overall Meaning

In Marit Larsen's song, "Solid Ground," the lyrics implore the listener to maintain a sense of self-confidence and resilience in the face of adversity. The song begins with the lines, "Cannot fall, never do regret / Know just what is being said / Know the risk you take / Keep your head above it all," emphasizing the importance of staying strong and confident even when faced with difficult situations.

The chorus of the song reinforces this message, warning that "they" will always try to pull you down and take away your smile, but that you can rise above it all and prove yourself by being true to who you are. The lyrics also touch on the idea of personal growth and self-discovery, with lines like "Something new, being you, being you" encouraging the listener to embrace their own unique identity and pursue their dreams.

Overall, the song offers a message of empowerment and resilience, reminding listeners to stay true to themselves and never give up in the face of adversity.

Line by Line Meaning

Cannot fall, never do regret
Be confident in your decisions and never look back

Know just what is being said
Understand the situation fully before making a move

Know the risk you take
Be aware of the consequences of your actions

Keep your head above it all
Stay strong and don't give up

Sure you can fall
Everyone makes mistakes and experiences failure

But not now you gotta prove
Use your mistakes and failures as motivation to succeed

Something new, being you, being you
Be confident in being yourself and trying new things

Can't feel, keep from asking why
Don't let negative emotions consume you, focus on the present

Be the strongest at goodbyes
Accept goodbyes and move on without dwelling on the past

Know your place in life
Understand your role and purpose in the world

Now expand your wings and fly
Take risks and explore new opportunities

It reaches high but not, Enough you seem to me
You are capable of achieving great things, but you may not be reaching your full potential

So incomplete, swept off your feet
You feel like something is missing in your life or you're being overwhelmed

And let me tell you they will always pull you down
Negative people will try to bring you down and discourage you

Before you know it they will take your smile and push you around
Negative people will make you feel hopeless and defeated

They will fight and struggle To blur and trouble Your sense of solid ground
Negative people will try to confuse and manipulate you, making it difficult to stay grounded

Cannot know, lose your self-control
Losing control of your actions and emotions can lead to negative consequences

Be an angel over all
Be kind and compassionate to everyone, even the negative people

Know your secret way
Have a plan in place to deal with negative people and situations

Laugh at everything they say
Don't let negative comments and criticism get to you

Will you remain the same?
Will you let negative people change you and your beliefs?

And now you dare not see What's letting go Inside of me, is it me?
You may be struggling with your own negative thoughts and feelings

They will haunt your every dream
Negative people and experiences can affect your mental and emotional well-being even when you're asleep

They will make you come undone at the seams
Negative people can cause you to fall apart and lose control of your life

Keep your head above it all
Stay strong and don't let negative people bring you down

But not now you gotta prove
Use your strength to overcome negativity and achieve your goals

Sure you can fall
Acknowledge that you're not perfect and may experience setbacks

Something new, being you, being you
Your uniqueness and individuality are what make you special