Auf Halber Strecke Lyrics in English by Elif

Wachsein literally means "being awake" or "wakefulness." It's an interesting compound noun that captures a state of being rather than just the act of waking.

In the song, the line "Vor lauter wachsein, auch die Träume" (From too much wakefulness, even the dreams) suggests a state of constant alertness or perhaps anxiety, where even dreams are affected or lost. It's a unique way to express the toll that being perpetually awake can take.

Have you ever felt like giving up on something important, right when you're in the middle of it? Elif's powerful song "Auf Halber Strecke," which means "Halfway," is all about that crucial moment in a relationship.

It tells the story of a couple at a crossroads. One person is lost, confused, and wants to run away, saying things like, "Maybe I don't love you anymore" and "I need time for myself." But their partner refuses to give up. They respond with unwavering commitment, singing, "We don't give up halfway... Even if I have to carry you, I'll do it until the end." The song captures the beautiful, painful struggle of fighting for love, reminding us that when you're halfway, finishing the journey is just as hard as turning back, but sticking together can make all the difference.