Ambitions
Sigvart Dagsland Lyrics
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I feel it in my feet on the streets
But don't you know?
There's something I can feel when I breathe
I told you once
You're breaking into separate parts
But don't you know?
And if somebody's going to make it
Then this somebody ought to be you
And I keep telling my reflection
Ambitions are already starting to fade
I can't tolerate
The feelings that I feel when I feel
But don't you know?
Some feelings never seem to let go
Like a silverblade
I cut my way out of control
But don't you know?
Some blades will cut you right to the bone
And if somebody's going to make it
Then this somebody ought to be you
And if somebody's going to fake it
Then this somebody, somebody is you
If it's me that was going to take it
Then I know that it wouldn't be straight
And I keep telling my reflection
Ambitions are already starting to fade
I Can't tolerate...
(Can't tolerate)
I Can't tolerate...
(Can't tolerate)
And if somebody's going to make it
Then this somebody ought to be you
And if somebody's going to fake it
Then this somebody, somebody is you
If it's me that was going to take it
Then I know that it wouldn't be straight
And I keep telling my reflection
Ambitions are already starting to fade
And I keep telling my reflection
Ambitions are already starting to fade
The lyrics to Sigvart Dagsland's "Ambitions" explore the struggle to keep one's dreams and goals alive. The initial line, "Now, I can't behave / I feel it in my feet on the streets," suggests that the singer is restless and unable to contain their ambition. They feel a drive to pursue their dreams, even though they may not know exactly what these dreams are. The line "There's something I can feel when I breathe" suggests that the singer is in tune with their own desires, and that these desires are constantly present.
The next stanza, "I told you once / You're breaking into separate parts / But don't you know? / It's something that I can't live without," explores the tensions and conflicts that arise when one's ambitions clash with the expectations of others. The singer acknowledges that their own ambition may be causing them to pursue separate paths from those around them, but emphasizes that this is a necessary part of their identity. They cannot live without their goals.
The repeated lines "And if somebody's going to make it / Then this somebody ought to be you / And I keep telling my reflection / Ambitions are already starting to fade" suggest a sense of urgency and pressure to succeed. The singer recognizes that success is not guaranteed, and that they must constantly work to keep their ambition alive. The final repetition of the line "Ambitions are already starting to fade" suggests a fear that the singer's drive may be slipping away, and that they may lose the ability to pursue their dreams altogether.
Line by Line Meaning
Now, I can't behave
I am unable to control myself or my actions.
I feel it in my feet on the streets
I sense a restless energy within me that is palpable even as I walk.
But don't you know?
Do you realize what I'm experiencing or feeling right now?
There's something I can feel when I breathe
Breathing is giving me a sense of life and hope that nothing else can replicate.
I told you once
I've already shared this information with you in the past.
You're breaking into separate parts
You're falling apart, deteriorating or disintegrating from the inside out.
But don't you know?
Do you understand what's happening to you or around you?
It's something that I can't live without
This situation or circumstance is integral to my livelihood, existence, or core being.
And if somebody's going to make it
If anyone is going to succeed, overcome or breakthrough,
Then this somebody ought to be you
Then it should be you who makes it happen.
And I keep telling my reflection
I repeatedly communicate with myself through introspection or self-reflection.
Ambitions are already starting to fade
My aspirations, dreams, or goals are already losing momentum, intensity, or clarity.
I can't tolerate
I cannot endure or withstand this situation or feeling any longer.
The feelings that I feel when I feel
The emotions, sentiments or sensations that arise can often be overwhelming or intense.
Some feelings never seem to let go
Certain emotions have a hold on us and never fully fade or disappear.
Like a silver blade
Similar to a sharp object, my actions or reactions can be unpredictable or dangerous.
I cut my way out of control
I struggle to maintain a sense of discipline or self-restraint, often leading to chaos or turmoil.
Some blades will cut you right to the bone
Some situations, circumstances or people can cause deep or profound pain and hurt that go beyond the surface level.
And if somebody's going to make it
If anyone is going to succeed, overcome or breakthrough,
Then this somebody ought to be you
Then it should be you who makes it happen.
And if somebody's going to fake it
If anyone is going to pretend or deceive,
Then this somebody, somebody is you
Then it's likely you who is faking it or deceiving others.
If it's me that was going to take it
If it's my responsibility, burden or challenge to overcome or bear,
Then I know that it wouldn't be straight
I am aware that the path ahead will not be easy, straightforward or simple.
And I keep telling my reflection
I repeatedly communicate with myself through introspection or self-reflection.
Ambitions are already starting to fade
My aspirations, dreams, or goals are already losing momentum, intensity, or clarity.
And I keep telling my reflection
I repeatedly communicate with myself through introspection or self-reflection.
Ambitions are already starting to fade
My aspirations, dreams, or goals are already losing momentum, intensity, or clarity.
Contributed by Oliver C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.