The Man
Sara Isaksson Lyrics

The lyrics of the song "The Man" by Sara Isaksson seem to be reflecting on a complex and perhaps tumultuous relationship. The singer acknowledges the presence of someone in their life who they refer to as their "allra bästa kund" (their best customer). This could be interpreted metaphorically, suggesting that this person plays a significant role in their life or that they rely on each other in some way. The singer mentions playing with this person's name, which could imply a certain level of familiarity or intimacy.

The line "Jag finns I din bok och du I min famn" (I exist in your book and you in my embrace) further emphasizes the personal connection between the two individuals. Despite this closeness, the singer realizes that the person they are addressing should physically be present, but they are not. This could indicate a longing for their presence or a sense of longing for a certain level of commitment in the relationship.

The chorus, "Som man bäddar, får man ligga / Man kan älska, trots att världen är som den är / Man kan börja, man kan sluta / Sluta världen i ett slag" (As you make your bed, so you shall lie / You can love, despite the world being as it is / You can start, you can end / End the world in one blow), suggests that despite the difficulties and imperfections of the world, love and relationships are still possible. It implies that one's actions and choices determine the outcome of a relationship, and that love can conquer adversity.

In the following verse, phrases like "När man älskat med en nål / Är man knappast rädd för hål" (When you have loved with a needle, you are hardly afraid of holes) and "Om man har förlösts med tång / Och sett solen ha sin gång" (If you have been delivered with tongs and seen the sun rise) provide metaphoric descriptions of experiences that seem to have toughened the characters involved. These examples can be interpreted as the singer suggesting that the person they are addressing has endured difficult times and, as a result, has become resilient or less fearful.

The repetition of the chorus reinforces the idea that one's actions and choices in a relationship have consequences, and love can exist even in a flawed world. The final lines, "I en båt vid en strand / Och en sten och sist I en sång / Och jag vet att du är där / Fast du egentligen borde va här" (In a boat by a beach / And a stone and finally in a song / And I know that you are there / Even though you should really be here) create a sense of longing, suggesting that the person the singer is addressing is constantly present in their thoughts and desires, even if physically absent.

Overall, the lyrics of "The Man" delve into themes of love, resilience, and the power of connection in a flawed world. The song seems to celebrate the ability to love and be loved despite the challenges that life presents.