Earth Song
RÜFÜS Lyrics

Sun
Expressing gratitude towards the Sun for its warmth and for providing life on Earth.

How can I thank you
Rhetorical question, emphasizing that it is difficult to express gratitude towards the Sun.

You've warmed my heart and soul
Acknowledging that the warmth of the Sun not only affects the physical body but also has a positive emotional impact.

You've made my body brown and smooth
Recognizing that exposure to the Sun has tanned the artist's skin, creating a smooth texture.

Washed away the cold
Metaphorical language describing how the Sun's warmth can make the artist feel better, especially during colder periods.

Moon
Acknowledging the Moon's presence and its influence on the singer.

You've made a dreamer out of me
The singer is stating that the Moon inspires him to think, dream and create things.

I can see, and I think I can feel it when you
The artist is expressing that he can perceive the Moon's influence in his life.

Change your face
The Moon's phases represent change, and the artist is acknowledging this fact.

Please forgive me if I turn away
The artist is acknowledging that he is human and may not always be able to appreciate the Moon's presence.

I'm just a sleeper
Acknowledging that the singer is human and sometimes misses the Moon's beauty.

I know that you watch my dreams
The artist is acknowledging that the Moon's phases are sometimes influenced by his dreams and thoughts.

You're my heavenly keeper
The singer sees the Moon as a guardian or protector, watching over his dreams and thoughts.

Stars
Acknowledging the stars and their beauty in the night sky.

What a mystical woman that you made me
The singer is stating that he has a connection with the stars and feels mystical because of it.

I've seen of times before the human race
The artist is acknowledging the vastness and age of the universe, and how the stars have been there for a very long time.

As long as I'm breathing
The artist is expressing the idea that as long as he can live and breathe, he will appreciate the stars.

As long as I can move
The singer is expressing the idea that as long as he can move and explore the world, he will appreciate the stars.

I'll be strong
The singer is highlighting the strength and inspiration he gains from the stars.

Cause I know you've always been in the place
The artist is acknowledging the constant presence of the stars in the night sky throughout history.