Der Strom

Oomph!'s song 'Der Strom' delves into themes of continuity, resilience, and the eternal nature of certain forces in life. The lyrics open with a plea for a promise that the sun will not set and the earth will keep spinning, symbolizing a desire for stability and continuity even in the face of potential destruction. This sets the stage for a deeper exploration of enduring elements that persist regardless of circumstances.

The recurring lines 'Es ist der Traum, der sich selbst erfindet' (It is the dream that invents itself) and 'Es ist der Strom, der für immer fließt' (It is the stream that flows forever) suggest a belief in the self-sustaining nature of dreams and the perpetual flow of life. The 'Strom' or stream can be interpreted as a metaphor for life's ongoing journey, the flow of time, or even the persistence of love and passion. The song emphasizes that certain things, like dreams and the flow of life, are self-renewing and eternal.

The lyrics also touch on the inevitability of change and the passage of time, with lines like 'Auch morgen wird der Wind sich drehen' (Even tomorrow the wind will turn) and 'Auch morgen wird die Zeit vergehen' (Even tomorrow time will pass). This acknowledgment of change is paired with a desire to understand and see the eternal aspects of existence, as expressed in 'Auch wenn du ewig bist, will ich dich sehen' (Even if you are eternal, I want to see you). The song beautifully balances the transient and the eternal, suggesting that while change is inevitable, some forces remain constant and unchanging, providing a sense of hope and continuity.