Ti bud
Wannskrækk Lyrics
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Tunga rett og hodet kaldt, vis aldri at du tenner
Du skal alltid vite hva du skal si, til den rette og til rett tid
Du skal ikke la deg lede av folk som snakker fred
Konsentrer deg om å lære det de gamle skrev ned
Du skal aldri dope aldri drikke øl
Se på tv hjemme og ikke gjøre bøll
Du skal aldri sove lenge, samme hvilken grunn
Du skal alltid vite hva du skal si, til den rette og til rett tid
The lyrics to Wannskrækk's "Ti bud" (Ten Commandments) are a series of instructions, given as if by an authority figure, outlining how one should live their life. The singer is telling the listener to live a life of celibacy, without intimate friends, and to keep their mind clear and devoid of passions. They are instructed to always know what to say and when to say it, and not to be swayed by others who talk of peace. They are to focus on learning what the old ones wrote down, and not to engage in alcohol, drugs, or unruly behavior. They are to never sleep late, and must always be mindful of ensuring they have the means to provide for themselves and their eventual family.
The lyrics can be interpreted in a number of ways. On one hand, they may be seen as quite restrictive and oppressive, with the singer imposing a series of strict rules on the listener's life. On the other hand, they could be read as a warning against losing oneself in excess, and an encouragement to lead a disciplined and focused life. The choice of language, with the use of phrases such as "vis aldri at du tenner" (never show that you are aroused), gives the song a somewhat ominous and authoritarian tone, adding to the sense of a strict regime that must be followed.
Overall, "Ti bud" can be seen as a commentary on the societal pressures and norms that individuals must navigate and adhere to, and the potential consequences of not doing so.
Line by Line Meaning
Du skal leve i sølibat, ingen intime venner
You are expected to live in celibacy, cutting off any intimate relationships.
Tunga rett og hodet kaldt, vis aldri at du tenner
You should be diplomatic and keep a cool head at all times, never revealing your true feelings or emotions.
Du skal alltid vite hva du skal si, til den rette og til rett tid
You must always know what to say, to the right person, at the right time.
Du skal ikke la deg lede av folk som snakker fred
You must not be led by those who talk about peace.
Konsentrer deg om å lære det de gamle skrev ned
Concentrate on learning what the old people wrote down.
Du skal aldri dope aldri drikke øl
You must never take drugs or drink beer.
Se på tv hjemme og ikke gjøre bøll
Watch TV at home and don't cause trouble.
Du skal aldri sove lenge, samme hvilken grunn
You should never sleep late, no matter what the reason.
Pass på at du har penger, hus & unger om en stund
Make sure to have money, a house, and children soon.
Du skal alltid vite hva du skal si, til den rette og til rett tid
You must always know what to say, to the right person, at the right time.
Contributed by Chase T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.