Living And Dying

The song 'Living And Dying' by Scorpions paints a vivid picture of life in a bleak, urban environment. The lyrics open with a description of a 'dirty old city,' which the narrator calls home. This setting establishes a sense of desolation and decay, reflecting the narrator's internal state. The repetition of 'there is my home' emphasizes a sense of resignation and acceptance of this harsh reality. The city, with its lack of beauty, mirrors the narrator's feelings of loneliness and isolation, as highlighted by the repeated line 'I've been alone.'

The chorus introduces a poignant contrast between the external world and the narrator's inner life. 'In my heart, many wishes are crying, living and dying' suggests a deep well of unfulfilled desires and dreams. This line captures the essence of human existence, where aspirations often clash with the harshness of reality. The repetition of 'living and dying' underscores the cyclical nature of hope and despair, as well as the inevitability of life's struggles.

The second verse introduces the concept of a 'magic stone' in the 'house of darkness.' This metaphorical stone represents a glimmer of hope or a solution to the narrator's troubles. However, the line 'I couldn't find it, 'cause the shine is gone' signifies the loss of this hope. The magic stone's lost shine symbolizes the fading of dreams and the difficulty of finding light in a dark world. The song concludes with the repeated refrain of 'living and dying,' reinforcing the ongoing battle between hope and despair that defines the human experience.