Narbenherz
Marius Müller-Westernhagen Lyrics

The lyrics of Marius Müller-Westernhagen's song Narbenherz speak about having a heart that bears emotional and physical scars from past experiences, yet still has the ability to love and trust. The singer declares that despite having a heart that is marked by wounds, he is unafraid of living, dying or opening himself up to love. The lines "Ich hab ein Narbenherz - Noch jede Menge Platz für neue Wunden" (I have a scarred heart - Still plenty of room for new wounds) suggest that the singer's heart is not immune to getting hurt again but he accepts the risks that come with life and love. In the last two lines, the singer offers his scarred heart to someone special, with the belief that if they cherish it, the scars will fade away.

The metaphor of a "Narbenherz" or "scarred heart" implies that the singer has gone through struggles and painful experiences that have left a lasting impact on him. However, instead of being weighed down by them, he chooses to embrace them and see them as a testament to his strength and resilience. The repeating chorus of "Narbenherz" reinforces this idea and adds an almost anthem-like quality to the song, affirming that the singer will continue to bear his scars proudly.