Lyrics & Translation
Explore the emotional depth of Unheilig's hit song "Geboren um zu leben" (Born to Live). Through its heartfelt lyrics and powerful melody, this song offers a moving reflection on life, loss, and resilience. Learning the German lyrics can provide a deeper understanding of these universal themes and connect you with the enduring message of cherishing every moment.
Key Vocabulary
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leben /ˈleːbən/ A1 |
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geboren /ɡəˈboːrən/ A2 |
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Tag /taːk/ A1 |
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Zeit /t͡saɪ̯t/ A1 |
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Augenblick /ˈaʊ̯ɡn̩ˌblɪk/ B1 |
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Wunder /ˈvʊndɐ/ B1 |
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fühlen /ˈfyːlən/ A2 |
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spüren /ˈʃpyːrən/ B1 |
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weh /veː/ A2 |
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Platz /plat͡s/ A1 |
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schaffen /ˈʃafən/ B1 |
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Gefühl /ɡəˈfyːl/ A2 |
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nah /naː/ A2 |
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Wunsch /vʊnʃ/ B1 |
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Träume /ˈtʁɔɪ̯mə/ A2 |
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Zukunft /ˈt͡sʊkunft/ B1 |
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Sinn /zɪn/ B1 |
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wertvoll /ˈveːɐ̯tfɔl/ B2 |
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Ewigkeit /ˈeːvɪçkaɪ̯t/ B2 |
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vergangen /fɛɐ̯ˈɡaŋən/ B1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Es fällt mir schwer, ohne dich zu leben
➔ Infinitive clause with 'ohne zu' (without to)
➔ The phrase "ohne dich zu leben" means "to live without you". 'Ohne zu' introduces an infinitive phrase expressing an action that is *not* happening. Here, it highlights the difficulty of living *without* the person.
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Ich denk' so oft zurück an das was war
➔ Relative clause ('was war')
➔ "das was war" translates to "that which was". 'Was' acts as a relative pronoun referring back to an implied noun phrase, in this case referring to past events or times. This construction is common when the specific noun is unknown or unimportant.
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An jedem so geliebten vergangenen Tag
➔ Adjective declension (accusative masculine)
➔ The adjective "geliebten" is inflected to match the case, gender, and number of "Tag" (day), which is masculine. "An jedem...Tag" shows the dative case, and since "Tag" is masculine, the adjective takes the -en ending. Correct adjective endings are vital for grammatical accuracy.
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Ich stell' mir vor, dass du zu mir stehst
➔ Subjunctive Mood (Konjunktiv I indirectly reported speech)
➔ While not explicitly Konjunktiv I in this sentence (because "stehst" is identical to the indicative form), the structure implies reported speech. The phrase "Ich stell' mir vor, dass..." introduces a clause that *could* be in Konjunktiv I if the verb form were different from the indicative. This shows a thought or belief rather than a factual statement. Using Konjunktiv I can show detachment or that the speaker is relaying someone else's words or thoughts.
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Sich niemals zu vergessen, bis in alle Ewigkeit
➔ Reflexive verb in infinitive clause
➔ "Sich vergessen" is a reflexive verb meaning "to forget oneself" or, in this context, "to forget each other". The reflexive pronoun "sich" is crucial. The "zu" before vergessen marks it as an infinitive, as part of the clause.
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Bei dem jeder von uns spürte, wie wertvoll Leben ist
➔ Relative clause introduced by 'bei dem'
➔ 'Bei dem' is a combination of the preposition 'bei' (at, with, near) and the relative pronoun 'dem' (which refers to 'Augenblick'). It introduces a relative clause specifying the 'Augenblick' (moment) in which everyone felt how valuable life is. The use of 'bei dem' indicates the circumstances or conditions surrounding the moment.
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