Teka-Teki
Maya Karin Lyrics

The song teka-teki by Maya Karin is a contemplative anthem of the questions that arise when emotions can’t be put into words. The song begins by posing a series of philosophical, existential questions about what illuminates the sun, what’s at the end of a rainbow and what causes the cold wind to blow. The singer then turns the same inquisitive eye towards the state of love between two people; what is it that lies within a person’s heart and how does that translate into the dreams of the other person? Eventually, the song resolves into a statement about the complexity of love between two people - that it’s never straightforward and easy - but rather it’s like a puzzle or riddle that the singer is trying to solve.

The lyrics, with their deep-rooted questions and simple melodies, present an inviting space for introspection. While the questions asked may not have definitive answers, the song manages to communicate the importance of the journey towards self-discovery, and the need to understand the emotional landscape of others. The song employs a number of literary devices, such as metaphor and personification, to convey the complexity of the emotions that the singer has.