Lyrics & Translation
Learning a language can be an exciting journey, much like the 'Achterbahn' (rollercoaster) Clueso sings about. This song is special because its lyrics are a relatable anthem about breaking free from expectations and finding joy in the unpredictable. Through its catchy chorus and clear message, you can learn German vocabulary related to life choices and feelings of freedom, all while enjoying a feel-good pop-rock tune.
So they can count on me like a countdown
That I grow up, not just look at pretty women
Do a bit more sports against the destruction
That I do what one usually does, come on, take a world trip
That I sit down and write hits for money
Parents want grandchildren to carry on their laps
Ensure that it continues
I say hello with a greeting from the roller coaster
And I feel good, because it feels so good
Because I'm still driving without a plan after all these years
And I feel good, because it feels so good
They want me to live by a plan or raise my arm
So they can support me like an armrest
That I stay flexible and have skills
Chase my inner demons beyond all limits
That I know the future like a crystal ball
Set something aside because of the world and all the hustle
I should find the meaning of life, not overdo it
Since I belong to those who can handle it
I say hello with a greeting from the roller coaster
And I feel good, because it feels so good
Because I'm still driving without a plan after all these years
And I feel good, because it feels so good
Driving without a plan
Driving without a plan
After all these years still driving without a plan
Come let me
Driving without a plan
Driving without a plan
I want
After all these years still driving without a plan
I want
Driving without a plan
Driving without a plan
I want
After all these years still driving without a plan
Ooohoooh
Driving without a plan
Driving without a plan
After all these years still driving without a plan
I say hello with a greeting from the roller coaster
And I feel good, because it feels so good
Because I'm still driving without a plan after all these years
And I feel good, because it feels so good
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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baum /baʊm/ A2 |
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haus /haʊs/ A2 |
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countdown /ˈkaʊntˌdaʊn/ B1 |
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plan /plæn/ A2 |
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lebens /ˈleːbənz/ B2 |
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farben /ˈfa:ʁbən/ A2 |
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zukunft /ˈtsuːnˌkʊnst/ B2 |
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traum /tʁaʊm/ B2 |
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zusammen /ˈt͡suːzamən/ A2 |
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lebens /ˈleːbənz/ B2 |
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sinn /zɪn/ B2 |
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leben /ˈleːbən/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Alle wollen, dass ich nen Baum pflanze
➔ Subordinate clause with 'dass' to express purpose or intention
➔ 'dass' introduces a subordinate clause indicating what someone wants or expects
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Ich fühl mich gut, denn es fühlt sich so gut an
➔ Use of 'denn' for cause and effect or explanation
➔ 'denn' connects the main clause with an explanation or reason in the subordinate clause
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möchte, dass ich nen Baum pflanze
➔ Use of 'möchte' as the subjunctive of 'mögen' to express a polite wish or desire
➔ 'möchte' is used to politely express a wish or desire in the subjunctive mood
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Nach all diesen Jahren immer ohne Plan fahren
➔ Adverbial phrase with 'ohne' + noun in the accusative case to indicate absence of something
➔ 'ohne' is a preposition meaning 'without', and when used with a noun, it indicates the absence of that thing
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Komm lass mich ohne Plan fahren
➔ Imperative form combined with an infinitive phrase to make a polite or urgent request
➔ 'Komm' is the imperative form of 'kommen' (to come), and 'lass mich' is a polite way to request permission or to suggest doing something together