"Let It Be" by Gotthard is a song about the painful end of a love relationship. The lyrics depict a sense of confusion and uncertainty, with the protagonist unsure of who is to blame or what went wrong. The love they once shared seems to have died prematurely, just as it had begun. Despite the hardships, the protagonist still sees a glimmer of hope in the other person's eyes, believing that deep down, they still care. This hope keeps them holding on, even though deep inside their heart and soul, they know they shouldn't let go. The song reminisces about the last meeting with the other person, and how the memory of that encounter will forever stay with the protagonist. They question how they can say their love will last forever while simultaneously feeling the pain of a broken heart. The chorus compares love to a gun and a bag of broken glass, symbolizing the anguish and harm it has caused. The protagonist feels like they have been killed in the name of love, emphasizing the intensity of their emotions and the impact love has had on them. The lyrics express the surprise and suddenness of love's departure, leaving the protagonist feeling lost and playing a dirty game they didn't even know they were a part of. They plead for the other person to consider their feelings, asking if they ever worried or cared enough to notice the pain they are experiencing. Despite all this, the protagonist acknowledges that they are willing to do anything, even getting down on their knees, to find a way out of the heartache. But they realize that going blindly into love's embrace again would only lead to further pain. The song ultimately asks how the other person can say they love the protagonist but believe that leaving is better for both of them. The protagonist is left drowning in their sorrow, seeking an explanation for the end of their love.
