[Intro]
And just like that I'm older
I'm older than I should be
Got the whole world on my shoulders
Could you carry it with me?
[Verse 1]
It happens in a moment
Everything is broken
And you stare at yourself
In the mirror
Like, "Who am I now?"
(Like, "Who am I now?") hmm
Now I don't dream in color
Grey skies in the summer
And the word's on the tip of my tongue
But I'll swallow it down, down, down
[Chorus]
And just like that I'm older
I'm older than I should be
Got the whole world
On my shoulders
Could you carry it with me?
I should be out, out in the garden
I should be lost, lost in a dream
But just like that, I'm older
I'm older than I should be
[Verse 2]
Time will do some healing
Run further from the feeling
But at four in the morning
The walls all come tumbling down
Hmm, so I take a deep breath
I hold my head high
That's all I can do, got nowhere
To hide (Hide, hide)
And the word's on the tip
Of my tongue
And I'm letting it out
Out, out
[Chorus]
And just like that I'm older
I'm older than I should be
Got the whole world
On my shoulders
Could you carry it with me?
I should be out, out in the garden
I should be lost, lost in a dream
But just like that
I'm older (That I'm older)
I'm older than I should be
I should be
[Bridge]
(Where were you when I needed you?)
Where were you?
(Where were you when I was lost?)
When I was lost?
(Where were you when I needed you?)
When I needed you
(Where were you?) Where were you?
[Chorus]
And just like that I'm older
I'm older than I should be
Got the whole world on my shoulders
Could you carry it with me?
I should be out, out in the garden
(Out in the garden)
I should be lost, lost in a dream (Oh, no)
But just like that, I'm older (I'm older)
I'm older than I should be, I should be
[Outro]
(And just like that, I'm older)
Hmm, hmm, hmm
(And just like that, I'm older)
Meaning & Review Eden Golan - Older
The music video for the song "Older" by Eden Golan is a true emotional piece. The title itself hints at the central theme of the track: growing up under the pressure of external circumstances. The girl's voice sounds profound, and combined with the vibrant visuals, it creates an atmosphere of deep personal experience.
The song feels very personal yet universal. Every word is infused with pain and inner strength. On social media, people from all over the world — from Hungary to Chile, from the USA to New Zealand — express their support and admiration, noting how deeply this composition resonates in their hearts. Numerous posts from Israel (the singer's homeland) emphasize how relevant and painful the theme of losing childhood due to external conflicts and wars is. The straightforwardness of the lyrics about children forced to grow up too soon resonates on a deep level.
Musically, the track resembles classic ballads with powerful yet soft vocals. This work can be compared to something similar, for example: "Titanium" by David Guetta or the Israeli hit "ככה זה" by Beni Saharov, but it adds its own unique flavor. Eden demonstrates her mastery here — her vocals sound pure and emotional, which is exactly what is needed for such strong lyrics. The expressiveness in the video also leaves a lasting impression. The artist pours her soul not only into the performance but also into how she moves and interacts with the space. She conveys emotions not only through her vocals but also through her body. All of this makes the music video a powerful addition to the track.
There is a remarkable sense of unity — people from different corners of the world feel the same: sadness, strength, hope. The feelings that Eden conveys are understandable to everyone, whether from Israel, Germany, Armenia, or Ukraine. But the reaction from the Israeli audience stands out, which is not surprising. Many recognize their reality in the song: the fears and pains that children face in conditions of constant threats. This is an ode to those who are forced to grow up too soon, and it is this aspect that makes the track so touching and profound.
September 25, 2024