Ontglipt means 'slips away' or 'escapes from one's grasp'. It's a more nuanced and poetic word than simply 'to escape' (ontsnappen or ontvluchten), suggesting something delicate or precious that might be lost.
In the context of S10's song, the line "Wat als het leven mij ontglipt?" (What if life slips away from me?) captures a profound fear of losing control or missing out on life's experiences. It's a powerful and evocative word that speaks to the song's themes of seizing the moment and living without regret.
“Nooit Meer Spijt” invites us into a restless mind that is done with second-guessing. S10 and Froukje sing about spending less time at home because they are actively chasing life: louder music, new experiences, a fuller heart. They are not running away from anything; they are celebrating what has finally arrived. Yet amid the excitement they still wonder, “What if this feeling disappears?” That question sparks their main promise: before life slips through their fingers, they choose happiness and zero regret.
The lyrics zoom in on simple moments—like taking a shower with a quiet mind—to show how freeing it feels when fear loosens its grip. Everything in life “comes, is, and passes by,” so the artists decide to love without a plan, live without a safety net, and repeat the mantra nooit meer spijt (no more regret). It is an uplifting reminder to be present, trust your own rhythm, and let joy make the noise you were looking for.