Ein Gutes Schlechtes Beispiel Lyrics in English by SDP

Freistil literally translates to "freestyle" and is often used in sports like swimming or wrestling. It's an interesting word because it implies a lack of strict rules or a spontaneous approach.

In this song, the artist uses it metaphorically to describe a life that didn't follow a plan, stating, "Mein Leben verlief nicht so nach Plan, Das war meistens eher Freistil" (My life didn't go according to plan, it was mostly freestyle). This gives the word a unique and rebellious connotation, making it memorable and engaging.

Have you ever felt like the world tells you to be yourself, but then expects you to fit in? SDP totally gets it in "Ein Gutes Schlechtes Beispiel" [A Good Bad Example]. The song calls out that common hypocrisy: "Sie sagen: 'Sei einfach du selbst' / Was sie meinen ist: 'Pass dich an'" [They say: 'Just be yourself' / What they mean is: 'Adapt']. It's all about those moments when you're taught to speak, then told to "Halt dein Maul" [Shut your mouth].

This track is a rebellious anthem for anyone who's felt like an outsider. SDP embraces the idea that if everyone else is going to heaven, then "Bist du in der Hölle wohl in guter Gesellschaft" [You're probably in good company in hell]. The artist even declares, "Mein Leben verlief nicht so nach Plan / Das war meistens eher Freistil / Bitte mache mir das nicht nach / Ich bin ein gutes schlechtes Beispiel" [My life didn't go according to plan / It was mostly freestyle / Please don't copy me / I am a good bad example]. It's a fun, defiant take on individuality, encouraging you to "Mach's wie ich und mach's wie keiner / Du bist wie ich, dich gibt's nur ein Mal" [Do it like me and do it like no one else / You are like me, you only exist once].