Jag Lever
Py Bäckman Lyrics

The song "Jag lever" by Py Bäckman speaks of the celebration of life and the appreciation for having survived a near-death experience. The lyrics express the singer's gratitude for still having a place on earth despite almost losing her life. The lines "Jag blev bara rispad av kniven som slant" (I was only scratched by the knife that slipped) suggest that she narrowly escaped death or harm. She acknowledges having had luck and probably refers to having survived a violent or dangerous situation. The lines "Mitt hjärta var nära att stanna, du testade skiten på mig, du var ful" (my heart was close to stopping, you tried the crap on me, you were ugly) might indicate that someone tried to harm her intentionally or unintentionally. But instead of dwelling on the negative, the song celebrates the beauty of life, the resilience of the human spirit, and the appreciation of every moment alive.

The chorus repeats the simple yet powerful line "Jag lever" (I'm alive) seven times, and each time, it signifies the singer's appreciation for each breath she takes. The lyrics mention how she survived being consumed by the wild sea, while others perished. It is clear from the tone and lyrics of the song that the singer has gone beyond surviving and has come to appreciate life's beauty and fragility, which fuels her to keep living with enthusiasm and facing every challenge that comes her way.