[Verse 1] "Congratulations", they cheered "You finished your studies. Now go be somebody. All of your dreams lie ahead. So go out and chase them. Be brave and you´ll reach them.” But quietly I thought “Not yet. I’m still too young, too full of dread.” [Chorus] It feels like a world is ending As if my friends fade out I’m going to miss our evenings Laughing over food and doubt. I’m not prepared to leave all The things that shaped my days Feel the pain of parting From those wonderful times [Verse 2] "Welcome on board", they exclaimed. "Your work here will matter We’ll build something together.” I smiled, but my heart felt strained. My long-held dream is waking But still my chest is aching Old chapters closed before I knew — I wish I had more time with you. [Chorus] It feels like a page is turning Faster than I can read. We lived so warm and lightly, Unaware of time’s fierce speed. Why must I keep releasing The places that I love? Let’s freeze every golden moment From our wonderful times. [Verse 3] Suitcases stacked by the door, My dad stands beside me, My mom hugs me tightly. The train will take me far down south. The future calls me onward, But going feels so awkward; My childhood bows a last goodbye — I store its echo in my mind. [Chorus] It feels like a life is shifting, Like dust on treasured years. I’ll miss the easy freedom Of living without weight or fears. Though I must keep on stepping Beyond the things I’ve loved, I’ll guard the memory, Living within me Of those wonderful times. [Outro] "Congratulations", they cheered "You finished your studies. Now go be somebody.” And slowly I stood up and said: “I’ll be on my way.”
