Elefants

The song 'Elefants' by Oques Grasses, a band known for their eclectic mix of reggae, funk, and pop, is a poetic exploration of resilience and self-discovery. The lyrics convey a journey through personal struggles and the pursuit of happiness, emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself and embracing life's challenges.

The opening lines introduce a dichotomy within the narrator, a heaven and hell inside, suggesting an internal conflict. The imagery of nights turning into mornings and counting tears in the void paints a picture of enduring through dark times. The phrase 'He après a caure cap amunt,' which translates to 'I've learned to fall upwards,' encapsulates the theme of growth through adversity. The song encourages listeners not to let others trample them and to maintain their individuality, even when faced with the temptation to conform or give up.

The chorus reflects a philosophy of taking risks and living life fully, with the heart's desire to gamble everything. The narrator questions who they are to deny such impulses, suggesting a surrender to the heart's whims. The song also touches on the concept of mistakes as a form of devotion, implying that errors are a part of the human experience and can lead to new beginnings. The desire to experience everything with the freshness of a first kiss and the questioning of the usefulness of fear further highlight the song's message of embracing life's uncertainties. The metaphor of wanting to see 'elefants volant' or 'flying elephants' symbolizes the aspiration to witness the impossible and to believe in the extraordinary.