Prior to embarking on a solo career, Sandra was the lead singer of the all-female disco trio Arabesque, which had a massive following in Japan and the Soviet Union. Also, between 1990 and 2001, she provided vocals on album releases of the very successful musical project Enigma, which had top 10 hits in North America and the United Kingdom. A cult star with a devoted fan base, Sandra remains one of the most popular singers of the 1980s in Continental Europe. During the height of her popularity, she even managed to outsell Madonna in a number of countries around the world. With sales in excess of 33 million records worldwide, Sandra has established her position as the most successful German female vocalist.
Albums
The Long Play (1985)
Mirrors (1986)
Into a Secret Land (1988)
Paintings in Yellow (1990)
Close to Seven (1992)
Fading Shades (1995)
The Wheel of Time (2002)
The Art of Love (2007)
Back to Life (2009)
Stay in Touch (2012)
Motivation
Sandra Lyrics
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From time to time, I lose all faith in what I'm doing
Every avenue I'm pursuing
Seems to be a dead end
And from time to time, I lose all trace of where I'm going
When the weariness is showing,
Then I need a good friend
Who's building out my confidence
Who's giving me the strength to carry on
You are my motivation
I'd be helpless if it wasn't for you
You are my motivation
Motivation, motivation
It's you, ooh-ooh-you, it's you
The motivation is you
Now I know it's you!
And every day we fight a battle for survival
We treat our fellow man as a rival
Life is like a war game
And every day we take a step in the wrong direction
Did we forget about love and affection
Isn't it a crying shame
Now me, I've always struggled through
Was losing ground 'till I met you
You gave me back a reason to believe
You are my motivation
I'd be helpless if it wasn't for you
You are my motivation
Motivation, motivation
It's you, ooh-ooh-you, its you
The motivation is you
Now I know it's you!
(You are my... motivation...)
You are my motivation
I'd be helpless if it wasn't for you (...wasn't for you)
You are my motivation
Motivation, motivation
You are my Motivation!
(You are my Motivation
I'd be helpless if it wasn't for you)
You are my Motivation!
(You are my Motivation)
You are my... you are my.. you are my Motivation!
(...motivation...)
You are my... you are my.. you are my Motivation!
Sandra's song "Motivation" is a contemplative track that speaks of the singer's moments of doubt and weariness. The lyrics talk about her constant struggles and the feeling of being lost, but she finds solace in her friend who brings her the motivation to carry on. Sandra sings about how valuable it is to have someone who can build her confidence, defend her, and provide strength when she is vulnerable. The song also delves into broader issues of the human condition, where life is often seen as a war game, and people see each other as rivals, forgetting love and affection along the way. The singer confesses that it was until she met her friend that she found a reason to believe and motivation in life.
The song "Motivation" is an excellent representation of the power of having a support system and the importance of motivation in one's life, especially during difficult times. It highlights the struggle many people face and how they find refuge in their loved ones. The track has a mellow and reflective tone, which underscores the emotion conveyed in the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
From time to time, I lose all faith in what I'm doing
Sometimes, I feel like I'm not making any progress and start to doubt myself.
Every avenue I'm pursuing seems to be a dead end
All the options I try to pursue seem to be leading me nowhere.
And from time to time, I lose all trace of where I'm going
Sometimes, I lose sight of my goals and don't know where I should be headed.
When the weariness is showing, then I need a good friend
When I'm feeling tired and exhausted, I need a supportive friend to help me.
Who's building out my confidence
I need someone who boosts my confidence and helps me believe in myself.
Who's speaking out in my defence
I need someone who stands up for me and defends me when I am being wronged.
Who's giving me the strength to carry on
I need someone who gives me the strength to keep going and not give up.
You are my motivation
You are the one who inspires and drives me to keep pursuing my dreams.
I'd be helpless if it wasn't for you
Without you, I wouldn't be able to accomplish anything.
It's you, ooh-ooh-you, it's you
You are the one who is responsible for my motivation and success.
The motivation is you
You are the source of my motivation.
And every day we fight a battle for survival
Everyday, we struggle to survive and make it through the challenges of life.
We treat our fellow man as a rival
We have a tendency to view others as competitors rather than allies.
Life is like a war game
Life can feel like a battle or competition, where there are winners and losers.
And every day we take a step in the wrong direction
We sometimes make mistakes and take actions that lead us away from our goals.
Did we forget about love and affection, isn't it a crying shame
Have we forgotten about the importance of love and affection in life? It's a sad reality.
Now me, I've always struggled through
I have always had to struggle and work hard to achieve my goals.
Was losing ground 'till I met you
I was losing hope and making no progress until I met you.
You gave me back a reason to believe
You restored my confidence and gave me a reason to keep believing in myself.
You are my Motivation!
You are the person who inspires and drives me to keep pursuing my dreams.
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