Lifetime
Van Canto Lyrics


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Sonic signs are waiting
for me to show a way.
I am anticipating
to be the perfect deputy.

But to be honest, I'm my father's son.
A chosen one.
While the world is changing
I try to keep an open mind.
Even though it's plain to see
that things remained the same inside.
(I remain the same inside)

Everyone has seen it:
‘the only perfect way'.
Ignoring there are crossings
that make the target fade away.

(From) now ‘til the end of a lifetime
let me be myself.
Let me be invincible
in stories I can tell.
Until the end of a lifetime
let me be myself.
I define my heaven,
send the doubting ones to hell!

Now I know what's going on.
I bring it back into my heart
the blood of youth.
It didn't change its color
red to black.

Now I know how to carry on.
I bring them voices from within.
So the blind can see.
It's time for me, now to bring them back.

Denying where I come from
don't seem to be too true.




This is why I roam on.
Take your doubts. They're all for you.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Van Canto's song "Lifetime" tell a story of self-discovery and self-acceptance, amidst the pressures to conform to societal norms and expectations. The singer talks about being a perfect deputy, someone who is expected to show the way, but he acknowledges that he is his father's son and a chosen one. He tries to keep an open mind as he navigates a changing world, but he remains the same inside. He sees that people often ignore the crossings that make the target fade away, and the only perfect way is just an illusion.


The chorus of the song is a declaration of independence and self-empowerment. The singer says that he wants to be himself, invincible, and define his heaven. He refuses to be boxed in by other people's doubts and expectations and is determined to create his own path. The last verse talks about the importance of embracing one's roots and bringing one's voice to the world. The singer realizes that denying where he comes from is not true to who he is, and he encourages others to take their doubts and leave them behind.


Overall, the lyrics of "Lifetime" encourage listeners to embrace their individuality and express themselves authentically, even in the face of societal pressure. It's a reminder that we all have unique voices and perspectives that we should celebrate and be proud of.


Line by Line Meaning

Sonic signs are waiting
My intuition is guiding me towards a certain path.


for me to show a way.
The universe is waiting for me to lead the way towards something great.


I am anticipating
I am eager and excited for what is to come.


to be the perfect deputy.
To fulfill my responsibilities to the fullest.


But to be honest, I'm my father's son.
I am who I am because of the upbringing and values instilled in me by my father.


A chosen one.
I have been given a special purpose to fulfill.


While the world is changing
The world is constantly evolving and adapting.


I try to keep an open mind.
I strive to remain receptive to new ideas and perspectives.


Even though it's plain to see
Although it is obvious and apparent to everyone.


that things remained the same inside.
There are certain things within me that have not changed despite external changes.


(I remain the same inside)
I am still fundamentally the same person I have always been - true to my core values.


Everyone has seen it:
It is a common sentiment that many people share.


‘the only perfect way'.
The belief that there is only one perfect path or solution.


Ignoring there are crossings
Disregarding the fact that there are alternate paths or solutions.


that make the target fade away.
That can cause the intended outcome to become obscured or unattainable.


(From) now ‘til the end of a lifetime
For the entirety of my existence, from this moment forward.


let me be myself.
Allow me to be true to who I am deep down.


Let me be invincible
Grant me the strength and resilience to tackle any obstacle thrown my way.


in stories I can tell.
So that I can look back on my life and have meaningful stories to share.


Until the end of a lifetime
For as long as I live.


I define my heaven,
I determine what brings true happiness and fulfillment to my life.


send the doubting ones to hell!
Dismiss those who detract from my sense of self-worth and self-confidence.


Now I know what's going on.
I have a clear understanding of my purpose and what I need to accomplish.


I bring it back into my heart
I internalize the passion and drive to succeed.


the blood of youth.
The vitality and energy of my youth.


It didn't change its color
The essence of my being has remained constant despite passing time.


red to black.
Referring to the idiom 'black and blue' that represents pain and suffering.


Now I know how to carry on.
I have figured out how to continue moving forward towards my goals.


I bring them voices from within.
I share my thoughts, feelings, and insights with others so that they may benefit from my perspective.


So the blind can see.
I strive to help others gain a new and enlightening perspective on the world around them.


It's time for me, now to bring them back.
The time has come for me to return back to those who have supported me.


Denying where I come from
Disassociating with my roots and upbringing.


don't seem to be too true.
Does not ring true for me; I cannot abandon my roots and heritage.


This is why I roam on.
This is why I continue to search for answers and forge my own path.


Take your doubts.
Referring to the doubts and criticisms of others.


They're all for you.
You can keep and deal with them on your own - they hold no power or influence over me.




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Comments from YouTube:

Sommy Raiden

For using only voices and a drum, this band is pretty epic o.o The power of human voices never stops surprising me.

Ann-Kathrin Bühler

thats one reason, that makes me proud of being German!!! rakka-takka

Wolfred Bromley

Oh, those Germans, what will they think of next?

Wolfred Bromley

@Braeden Metz eleven years ago huh

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