5 Minuten (feat. Cro, AnnenMayKantereit & Trettmann)

The song '5 Minuten' by KitschKrieg, featuring Cro, AnnenMayKantereit, and Trettmann, delves into the fleeting and often painful nature of love and relationships. The lyrics poignantly capture the moment of realization when love fades away, encapsulated in the repeated line, 'Ich glaub', ich hab' vor fünf minuten aufgehört, dich zu lieben' (I think I stopped loving you five minutes ago). This phrase underscores the suddenness and clarity of the emotional shift, highlighting how quickly feelings can change.

The song's narrative unfolds through a series of everyday observations and reflections, painting a vivid picture of the protagonist's emotional state. The mundane activities, such as waking up in the morning light and noticing the warmth outside, contrast sharply with the internal turmoil of a love lost. This juxtaposition emphasizes the dissonance between the external world and the protagonist's inner experience, making the emotional disconnect even more palpable.

As the song progresses, the lyrics explore the aftermath of this emotional revelation. The protagonist describes a sense of detachment and indifference towards their former lover, illustrated by lines like 'Emojis, die du schickst, auch die nudes, sorry, turn’n mich nicht mehr an' (Emojis you send, even the nudes, sorry, don't turn me on anymore). This detachment is further emphasized by the protagonist's observation of their ex-partner's apparent happiness without them, which adds a layer of bittersweet acceptance to the narrative. The song ultimately captures the complex emotions of moving on, blending melancholy with a sense of inevitability and personal growth.