Crossfire
Scorpions (Симфоническая обработка) Lyrics
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The last days of the paradise are gone for you and me
We're living in the crossfire
And we'll be killed at first
Why cannot people that we made the leaders of the world
Understand that we don't want to fight
Understand that we are mush too young to die
Understand that we love our life
Can I trust the meaning of the life line in my hand
Which is as long as exciting hundred years
I could be a lucky man
But I'm living in the crossfire
Of a time that starts to burn
Why cannot people that we made the leaders of the world
Understand that we don't want to fight
Understand that we are mush too young to die
Understand no one will survive
Understand that we love our life
In the song Crossfire, Scorpions conveys a message about the horrors of war that seems to be an inevitable outcome of human behaviour. The lyrics start with a despairing tone, where the singer says that it feels like their worst nightmare has become a reality. The paradise that they once lived in appears to be a thing of the past. The singer then declares that they are living in the crossfire and will be killed first. Here, the crossfire is a metaphor for the war zone where people are caught between the fighting factions, and they are the ones who suffer the most.
In the next stanza, the singer addresses the leaders of the world directly, asking them to understand that people do not want to fight. The singer emphasizes that they are young and love life; they do not want to die. The situation is so grave that the singer cannot even trust the meaning of the lifeline on their palm. The line may denote a long and exciting life, but the crossfire of war leaves no hope for survival.
The song's message is that war is a senseless act that only brings destruction, pain, and suffering, and it is up to those with the power to choose between war and peace. The Scorpions use their music to raise awareness and make people realize the horrors of war.
Line by Line Meaning
It seems to me a nightmare becomes reality
The current state of the world feels like a nightmare that has come true.
The last days of the paradise are gone for you and me
The idyllic, peaceful times we once enjoyed are over and gone.
We're living in the crossfire
We are caught in the middle of a dangerous, violent situation.
And we'll be killed at first
We are in immediate danger and will likely be killed quickly.
Why cannot people that we made the leaders of the world
Why are the individuals we have chosen to lead us not understanding our desires?
Understand that we don't want to fight
We do not wish to engage in conflict.
Understand that we are much too young to die
We are too young to be facing death.
Understand no one will survive
If this conflict continues, it will result in the death of everyone involved.
Understand that we love our life
We value our lives and do not wish to lose them needlessly.
Can I trust the meaning of the life line in my hand
Can I rely on the longevity indicated by the life line on my palm?
Which is as long as exciting hundred years
The life line on my hand suggests I have a long, fulfilling life ahead of me.
I could be a lucky man
I have the potential to live a fortunate life.
But I'm living in the crossfire
I am caught in the middle of a dangerous conflict.
Of a time that starts to burn
The current state of the world is growing increasingly volatile.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHRISTIAN KOLONOVITS, RUDOLF SCHENKER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@drailtonluiz5406
Simplesmente Magnífico Parabéns Scorpions
@John-se4fj
This band has so many great songs hopefully all of them are not forgotten. Love the Scorpions for life!
@bragadd1
Vida longa aos Escorpiões! ❤
@alpetkiewicz6805
What a massive guitar riff 😍😃
@Turbo_Lover86
I hope that they perform this track live sometime in the future.
@MauricioRomero-cz8bp
Epic song both in music and lyrics!!! It's one of the many virtuosic guitar solos courtesy of "the Scorpions' Sting", Mr. Matthias Jabs in the flesh, God bless and long live Scorpions!!! ❤😊
@Dr.andreradl
The best music from this album…. The best album on the face of earth…
@alannaturner6758
Love this Album from 'The mighty Scorpions🦂 💪💙💯
@Turbo_Lover86
Excellent drumming and killer guitar riffs.
@John-se4fj
Scorpions are awesome. Write songs about peace and hope. These dudes are cool.