The lyrics of Ana Johnsson's song "What If" convey a message of hope and possibility, despite the challenges and limitations we face in life. The song opens with the singer acknowledging her own limitations by saying she could not move a mountain or be an angel or goddess. However, she expresses a desire to believe in stories and possibilities that inspire and empower us. The chorus repeats the phrase "we can't change today, undo yesterday, make it go away, but what if" multiple times. This suggests that although we cannot change the past or control the present, there is still room for hope and the potential to create positive change in the future. In the next verse, the singer mentions seeing someone crying on the news and feeling a desire to turn away and deny the pain and suffering. She waits for something that can bring a positive change, while acknowledging that the pain of others is affecting her deeply. The repeated mention of a devil inside us all represents the negativity and darkness that exists within each person. However, the singer states her belief in the beautiful, which can be interpreted as the potential for goodness and beauty in people and the world. The song ends with the same chorus, emphasizing the idea that although we may not be able to save the world or erase the past, there is still potential for miracles and positive transformations in the future. Overall, "What If" encourages listeners to hold onto hope, believe in the power of change, and strive to make a difference in their own lives and in the world around them.
