THE POINT OF LIVING
Giolì & Assia
The Existential Quest in 'THE POINT OF LIVING' by Giolì & Assia
In 'THE POINT OF LIVING,' Giolì & Assia delve into the profound and often unsettling questions about the meaning of life and the human experience. The song opens with a yearning for connection, highlighting the universal desire for companionship and support. The lyrics, 'I've been searching for a lifetime / Someone to lean on in the night,' reflect a deep-seated need for emotional intimacy and the comfort of having someone to share life's darkest moments with. This sets the stage for the existential inquiries that follow.
The chorus poses a series of poignant questions that challenge the listener to reflect on the fragility and fleeting nature of life. Lines like 'What’s the point of living / When your life’s so precious could be taken overnight' and 'What’s the point of trying so hard / And every step you take, it brings you back to start' encapsulate the frustration and disillusionment that can arise when faced with life's uncertainties and repetitive struggles. These questions are not just rhetorical; they invite the listener to ponder the deeper purpose behind their actions and existence.
The song also touches on themes of lost innocence and the complexities of adult life. The verse 'Before life got so complicated / When we both learnt how to lie / Pureness left our bodies' suggests a nostalgic longing for simpler times, before the burdens of deceit and moral compromise took hold. The metaphor of 'poison mixed in the water' further emphasizes the idea that life's purity has been tainted, yet there's a resigned acceptance as they 'sip it until we die.' This resignation is countered by a wish for a more authentic existence, as expressed in the lines 'I wish I knew how to live / I wish I knew how to breathe,' underscoring a desire to rediscover a more genuine way of being.
Through its introspective lyrics and haunting melodies, 'THE POINT OF LIVING' serves as a poignant exploration of life's existential dilemmas, urging listeners to confront their own beliefs and find meaning amidst the chaos.
