Od Dawna Już Wiem Lyrics in English KORTEZ
Znieść means 'to endure', 'to bear', or 'to tolerate'. It's a powerful verb that goes beyond simply 'to stand' or 'to accept', implying a significant emotional or physical burden.
In the song, the line "Sam się dziwię ile można znieść" (I myself wonder how much one can endure) perfectly captures the protagonist's deep pain and resilience in the face of a difficult separation. This word is less common than everyday verbs and conveys a profound sense of struggle and perseverance, making it very engaging.
Have you ever known a secret that you didn't want to be true? In "Od Dawna Już Wiem," which means "I've Known for a Long Time," Polish artist KORTEZ sings from the perspective of someone whose relationship is ending. He tells his partner to leave quietly, but he also reveals a painful truth: he has been aware of the problems for a long time. It's a song about the quiet suffering that happens when love fades but life has to continue.
The singer is heartbroken, but his main concern is protecting his children from the painful reality. He asks his partner to lie to them, to create a story where he is away working and still loves her. He says, "Dzieciom mów, że tyram gdzieś na chleb / I kłam, i kłam, że wciąż kochasz mnie" (Tell the children I'm working hard for a living somewhere / And lie, and lie, that you still love me). This song captures the deep sadness of pretending everything is okay for the sake of others, even when you're falling apart inside.
