☝️ Key Points
- The song lyrics express the longing for a time when every person has the same opportunities and when people accept each other as they are.
- It points out the frustration that despite claiming that we are all equal, prejudice and discrimination still exist.
- The protagonist wonders when the time will finally begin when we are truly all equal and if we can even achieve this goal.
- The lyrics emphasize the desire for equality and acceptance, and urge to actively work towards a society where prejudice and discrimination have no place.
Interpretation
The song lyrics "Sag mir (wann beginnt endlich die Zeit)" by
Kerstin Ott is about the longing for a time when every person gets the same opportunities and when people accept each other as they are. The lyrics express frustration that, although many claim that we have come a long way and that we are all equal, prejudice and discrimination still exist.
The song lyrics begin with the statement that many claim we are all equal and have come a long way. But the protagonist still hears the old sayings and racist jokes that show not all people are truly treated equally. It is pointed out that prejudices still exist, for example when a boy plays with Barbies or when the name is decisive in apartment hunting. It is also pointed out that as long as people with black skin do not pose a problem, as long as they are not seen by the neighbors.
The protagonist longs for a time when every person gets the same opportunities and when people accept each other as they are. She wonders when finally this time begins and if we really are all equal. Although many people constantly talk about everything being fine, the protagonist is still waiting for the day when this time truly begins.
The song lyrics express the desire for equality and acceptance. It is pointed out that we still have a long way to go to achieve this goal. The lyrics encourage reflection and call for active participation in a society where every person gets the same opportunities and where prejudice and discrimination have no place.