Now Or Never
Martin Solveig & Faouzia Lyrics


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I've been so caught up lately
Thoughts spinnin' 'round my head
I should just let go maybe (uh-huh)
Be right here instead

Beauty in the everyday, I got nothing left to hide
Gotta give it all away, wait until I catch my stride
I'm gonna live, I'm gonna fly
The moment's right now or never
Light up the sky, like fireflies
The moment's right now or never

Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Now or never
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Now or never

Try not to look back, baby
It's getting out of hand
Pictures and faded memories (uh-huh)
I need to forget it

Beauty in the everyday, I got nothing left to hide
Gotta give it all away, wait until I catch my stride

I'm gonna live, I'm gonna fly
The moment's right now or never
Light up the sky, like fireflies
The moment's right now or never

Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Now or never
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Now or never

And I run away slowly
Knowing that you can't catch me
And I run away slowly
Ain't nothing can get me
Could've loved you, if you had let me
Swallowed my light, let you bite a bit of me
Could've showed you, but no more waiting
Now I feel the moment lighting up my body

Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Now or never
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Now or never

I'm gonna live, I'm gonna fly
The moment's right now or never
Light up the sky, like fireflies
The moment's right now or never

Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Now or never
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up
Gonna light it up




Gonna light it up
Now or never

Overall Meaning

The song "Now Or Never" by Martin Solveig and Faouzia deals with the idea of seizing the present moment and living life to the fullest. The singer of the song has been preoccupied with their thoughts and is feeling overwhelmed. However, they realize the importance of letting go and being present in the here and now.


The lyrics suggest that there is beauty in everyday life and that the singer has nothing to hide. They have made a decision to give their all and wait until they find their rhythm or catch their stride. This signifies a commitment to live authentically and embrace opportunities as they arise. The chorus emphasizes the urgency to take action and make the most of the present moment, comparing it to the fleeting nature of fireflies lighting up the sky.


The repetition of the phrase "gonna light it up" serves as an empowering mantra throughout the song. It signifies the singer's determination to ignite their life, to embrace their passions, and to pursue their dreams. The phrase "now or never" further emphasizes the importance of embracing opportunities and not letting them slip away. There is a sense of urgency, as the singer recognizes that time is limited and they need to take action now.


The bridge introduces a sense of liberation and freedom. The singer mentions running away slowly, knowing that they cannot be caught or restrained. This signifies a willingness to break free from limiting beliefs and escape from anything that holds them back. The lyrics also touch upon the potential love that could have been shared with someone, but it is suggested that it is too late for waiting. The moment is now, and the singer feels an electrifying sensation throughout their body, symbolizing a newfound sense of empowerment and vitality.


Overall, the song serves as a call to embrace the present, let go of past regrets, and actively pursue one's dreams and desires. It reminds listeners of the beauty and potential of everyday life, urging them to seize the moment and make the most of it before it is too late.


Line by Line Meaning

I've been so caught up lately
Recently, I have been overwhelmed and preoccupied


Thoughts spinnin' 'round my head
My mind has been filled with various thoughts and ideas


I should just let go maybe (uh-huh)
Perhaps, it is time for me to release my attachments


Be right here instead
To be present in the current moment


Beauty in the everyday, I got nothing left to hide
Finding the beauty in ordinary moments and having no secrets or hidden aspects anymore


Gotta give it all away, wait until I catch my stride
I must give everything I have, but also wait for the perfect timing to succeed


Try not to look back, baby
Avoid dwelling on the past, my dear


It's getting out of hand
The situation is becoming uncontrollable


Pictures and faded memories (uh-huh)
Images and distant memories that have lost their vibrancy


I need to forget it
I must let go of those memories and move forward


And I run away slowly
I make a gradual escape


Knowing that you can't catch me
Being aware that you cannot capture or hold me back


Ain't nothing can get me
There is nothing that can hinder or stop me


Could've loved you, if you had let me
I could have given you my love, but only if you had allowed me


Swallowed my light, let you bite a bit of me
You consumed my positive energy and took a small piece of me for yourself


Could've showed you, but no more waiting
I would have demonstrated my true self to you, but I will not wait any longer


Now I feel the moment lighting up my body
At this instant, I sense a surge of excitement and energy throughout my being


I'm gonna live, I'm gonna fly
I am determined to truly live and soar


The moment's right now or never
This is the perfect time to seize the opportunity, otherwise, it may never come again


Light up the sky, like fireflies
To shine brightly and illuminate the world, just like fireflies do


Gonna light it up
I am going to ignite and bring forth my inner fire


Now or never
There is no other time but this very moment




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Dave Bassett, Faouzia Ouihya

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Comments from YouTube:

@joulinhc

Martin thank you for trusting in our girl, you both are amazing artists! I love it

@Markosoulman

Faouzia is the most talented singer of the new generation!!

@belbel9799

SOUNDS SO GOOD!!!! ❤❤❤

@youngwendell5987

THE track of 2023. Absolutely gorgeous. Thank you Martin and Faouzia. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

@TreMcLeod_

Loved seeing Faouzia in the video!

@novarimursita9509

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@GusP-rv8yn

Faouzia’s voice is soothing 🖤

@MartinSolveig

Thank you all for the support. Where is everyone watching from 🌍?

@rezanqasim

Iraq-Kurdistan

@nfjudr

Czech Republic. Hope you can make it to the Beats for Love festival next year 🙏🙏🙏

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