Starting Line
Paprika Korps Lyrics


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Starting line has left far behind.
Take a breath, before you reach the ground.

By all those years we have finally done it
We've learned how to live while falling down
And how to open our eyes from time to time
So flash the light and wake me up
After all those years we can stand the feeling
Of decreasing altitiude without disturbing deep dream




While we swap the phases turning to better side
We deride, we'd like to decide

Overall Meaning

"Starting Line" by Paprika Korps is a song about personal growth and overcoming obstacles. The first line, "Starting line has left far behind" suggests that the singer has moved beyond a beginning stage of their life or journey. They are in a place where they need to pause and take a breath before they hit the ground. This could represent a moment of uncertainty or fear about what comes next, but the singer seems confident that they can handle it since they have learned how to live while falling down.


The second verse highlights the growth that has taken place over time. After years of struggle and hard work, the singer has developed the resilience to handle difficult situations. They have also learned the importance of staying aware and not losing sight of the bigger picture. The line, "flash the light and wake me up" suggests a desire for clarity and a renewed sense of focus.


The final verse brings the focus back to the present moment, where the singer is able to face challenges without disturbing their inner peace. They can handle the ups and downs of life and are even able to see the humor in difficult situations. The line, "We deride, we'd like to decide" suggests that the singer is taking control of their life and not letting outside forces dictate their path.


Overall, "Starting Line" is a song about the journey of personal growth and finding inner strength. It encourages the listener to embrace challenges and setbacks as opportunities to learn and grow.


Line by Line Meaning

Starting line has left far behind.
We have already started and moved far beyond the beginning.


Take a breath, before you reach the ground.
Pause for a moment and relax before dealing with the consequences of what's happening.


By all those years we have finally done it
After years of work and effort, we have achieved our goal.


We've learned how to live while falling down
We've learned to adapt to difficult situations and keep going even when things are tough.


And how to open our eyes from time to time
We know when to take a step back and reassess our surroundings.


So flash the light and wake me up
Let me know when it's time to refocus and take action.


After all those years we can stand the feeling
We've become resilient enough to handle the emotional toll of our journey.


Of decreasing altitude without disturbing deep dream
We've learned to maintain our focus even when things are changing rapidly around us.


While we swap the phases turning to better side
We adapt to changes and try to make the most out of them.


We deride, we'd like to decide
We choose not to let negative opinions bring us down and want to be in control of our own destiny.




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