Horizont
Unheilig Lyrics

Neonlicht verbrennt die Haut
The bright lights of modern civilization are harmful and damaging to us, leaving us burnt and wounded.

Kein Pigment nimmt Sonne auf
Even our skin can't absorb the natural light of the sun anymore, as we are perpetually surrounded in artificial light.

Nummeriert und ausgebrannt
We are numbered and labeled like products, and our spirits are burnt out and exhausted from trying to fit society's expectations.

Fortschritt für das Vaterland
This supposed progress only benefits the nation/state, not the individual, who is left unfulfilled and empty.

Eingepfercht in kleine Räume
People are confined to small, restrictive spaces, limiting their ability to dream and explore the world around them.

Grau in Grau und ohne Träume
Life is dreary, monotonous, and lacking in creativity or imagination.

Stimmen flüstern durch die Wand
The voices of others, perhaps encouraging individuality and freedom, can be heard from beyond the walls of conformity and oppression.

Ein fremdes Ich führt deine Hand
Despite feeling like a stranger to oneself, we are still controlled by external forces beyond our understanding, leaving us feeling powerless.

Und du siehst zum Himmel auf
Despite all of this, there is still a glimmer of hope, a desire to look up to the sky and imagine a better future.

Und die Zeit fliegt vorbei
Time seems to pass by quickly, leaving us feeling like we haven't accomplished much or experienced true happiness.

Und der Horizont bricht auf
But there are moments where the horizon opens up before us, offering a glimpse of something greater and more fulfilling.

Für eine kleine Ewigkeit
These moments may be fleeting, but they leave a lasting impact on us, reminding us of what is truly important in life.

Verschlossen still der Ruhe Schein
Despite appearing calm and peaceful on the surface, there is deep turmoil and pain within us that is kept hidden from the world.

Brennst den Schmerz in dich hinein
We internalize our pain and suffer in silence, rather than seeking help or support from others.

Schluckst hinunter jede Not
We try to swallow our problems and struggles, refusing to acknowledge or address them.

Mit Schüchternheit betreibst du Kult
We participate in society's rituals and customs, despite feeling unsure or uncomfortable, because we fear standing out or challenging the status quo.

Kriechst auf Knien durch deine Welt
We crawl through life, feeling powerless and submissive, unable to make our own choices or forge our own paths.

Beim ersten Schlag wirst du angezählt
At the first sign of resistance or opposition, we are immediately counted out and dismissed, reinforcing our sense of helplessness.

Lebst dein Leben im Format
We adhere to societal norms and standards, living our lives according to a predetermined formula rather than following our own passions and desires.

Als Untertan siehst du dich selbst
Ultimately, we see ourselves as obedient subjects to authority, rather than autonomous individuals with the power to shape our own destinies.