Is anything wrong

Lhasa de Sela's song 'Is anything wrong' delves into the profound uncertainties and existential questions that often accompany the journey of life. The lyrics reflect a deep sense of introspection and a quest for understanding, as the narrator grapples with the passage of time and the elusive nature of wisdom. The repeated questioning of 'Is anything wrong?' and 'Is anything right?' underscores a feeling of doubt and the search for clarity in a world that seems to offer no easy answers.

The song's narrative reveals a sense of stagnation and the frustration of waiting for life to begin. The lines 'I used to say I'm ready show me the way / Then another year or two / Would pass me by' highlight the passage of time and the feeling of being stuck in a cycle of anticipation without progress. This sentiment is further emphasized by the observation of people outside who 'know just what to do,' contrasting with the narrator's own uncertainty and longing for direction.

In the final verse, the narrator expresses a glimmer of hope with the line 'I've found a home / Now will life begin,' suggesting a desire for stability and a new beginning. However, the urgency in 'I can wait another year or two / But not one moment more' conveys a sense of impatience and the pressing need for change. The song ultimately leaves the listener pondering the nature of wisdom and whether time alone can provide the answers we seek, encapsulating the universal human experience of searching for meaning and understanding in an unpredictable world.