Avicii
Wake Me Up Lyrics
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Guided by a beating heart
I can't tell where the journey will end
But I know where to start
They tell me I'm too young to understand
They say I'm caught up in a dream
Life will pass me by if I don't open up my eyes
Well that's fine by me
So wake me up when it's all over
When I'm wiser and I'm older
All this time I was finding myself, and I
Didn't know I was lost
So wake me up when it's all over
When I'm wiser and I'm older
All this time I was finding myself, and I
Didn't know I was lost
I tried carrying the weight of the world
But I only have two hands
Hope I get the chance to travel the world
But I don't have any plans
Wish that I could stay forever this young
Not afraid to close my eyes
Life's a game made for everyone
And love is the prize
So wake me up when it's all over
When I'm wiser and I'm older
All this time I was finding myself, and I
Didn't know I was lost
So wake me up when it's all over
When I'm wiser and I'm older
All this time I was finding myself, and I
I didn't know I was lost
I didn't know I was lost
I didn't know I was lost
I didn't know I was lost
I didn't know
In the lyrics of "Wake Me Up," Avicii describes a journey of self-discovery. The song starts with him feeling his way through the darkness, guided only by his heart. He may not know where the journey will lead him, but he is certain where he needs to start. Avicii shows vulnerability by acknowledging that people have told him he's too young to understand, but he is determined to find his place in the world. He realizes that he's been lost all along, searching for himself without even knowing it.
Avicii encourages listeners to wake him up once he has reached his destination and become wiser and older. He acknowledges that he has carried the weight of the world, but he only has two hands, limiting what he can do. He hopes to travel the world, but he has no set plans. Avicii wishes he could remain young forever and not be afraid to close his eyes, allowing him to live in the moment. He understands that life is a game for everyone, and he wishes to win the prize of love.
The lyrics of "Wake Me Up" are relatable and inspiring for anyone on a journey of self-discovery or trying to find their place in the world. Avicii shows that it's okay to not have everything figured out and that everyone has a chance to win the prize of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Feeling my way through the darkness
Navigating my life without clarity or direction
Guided by a beating heart
Following my intuition and passion
I can't tell where the journey will end
Uncertain about my future
But I know where to start
Confident in my ability to begin my journey
They tell me I'm too young to understand
Others underestimate my life experience and knowledge
They say I'm caught up in a dream
Others think I am unrealistic or impractical
Life will pass me by if I don't open up my eyes
I risk missing out on life's opportunities if I don't become more aware
Well that's fine by me
I am content with my current situation
So wake me up when it's all over
Let me rest until I have completed this phase of my life
When I'm wiser and I'm older
When I have more experience and knowledge
All this time I was finding myself, and I
During this time, I was learning about who I truly am
Didn't know I was lost
I didn't realize that I was searching for myself
I tried carrying the weight of the world
I attempted to take on too much responsibility and stress
But I only have two hands
I am limited in what I can physically and emotionally handle
Hope I get the chance to travel the world
I desire the opportunity to explore and experience different cultures
But I don't have any plans
I haven't made any concrete plans to travel or otherwise
Wish that I could stay forever this young
I cherish my youth and the freedom that comes with it
Not afraid to close my eyes
I am unafraid of the unknown or uncertain
Life's a game made for everyone
Life is an experience shared by all and should be enjoyed
And love is the prize
The ultimate reward in life is love and relationships
I didn't know I was lost
I was unaware that I was searching for myself and my purpose
I didn't know I was lost
I lacked awareness of my own inner journey
I didn't know I was lost
I was unaware of my own confusion or uncertainty
I didn't know
I was completely unaware
Contributed by Jack L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Proximity
RIP to the legend. Thank you for everything you did for electronic music and for me personally for falling in love with this music. ❤️
@Novixsus
rip
@ciromartorani6612
Rip
@litmisbelieber6676
Proximity i dont believe It 😭
@groove.hiveRO
rip
@antoncarpenter3643
:(
@pajatime2403
Nostalgia's the worst and yet the best feeling at the same time.
@JW-lo2wh
paja time I couldn't have put it better myself x
@citrustimber6105
Yep!
@frederikvater
Don't be sad it's over - be happy that it happened. :)