Lyrics: "Damai jejak hati menepi" refers to finding peace in the heart and taking a step back. "Tuhan selamatkan diri ini" means "God, save this soul" and it indicates a plea for salvation. "Dari semua dosa, dari waktu yang talah berlalu" means "From all the sins, from the time that has passed." This line expresses a desire for redemption and forgiveness for past wrongdoings. "Atau hari yang tak bertepi ini" translates to "Or on this endless day." It conveys a feeling of being trapped or stuck in a situation with no clear resolution. "Smoga engkau akan memaafkan semua yang tlah kulakukan" means "I hope that you will forgive everything I have done." The singer is expressing a plea for forgiveness and hoping for a second chance. "Smoga saja aku pantas" translates to "I hope I am worthy." This line shows the singer's self-doubt and uncertainty about whether they deserve forgiveness. "Dalam jalan panjang, Kucoba mencari dirimu" means "In this long journey, I try to find you." The singer is on a quest to find themselves or someone they have lost. "Maafkan aku dari semua dosa yang tlah bertumbuh dikalbuku" means "Forgive me for all the sins that have grown in my heart." This line signifies remorse for the sins they have committed and a desire for forgiveness. "Hati yang dipenuhi Setiap hal yang engkau benci" translates to "A heart filled with everything you hate." The lyrics express a sense of guilt for having thoughts or feelings that go against what the person they are addressing dislikes. "Maafkan aku dari semua dosa yang menyesatkan hatiku" means "Forgive me for all the sins that misled my heart." The singer is acknowledging that their past actions caused their heart to go astray and is asking for forgiveness. "Berikan kesempatan untukku melakukan yang kau inginkan" translates to "Give me a chance to do what you want." The singer is asking for an opportunity to make amends and do what is right. Overall, the song "Jalan Panjangku" by Ungu tells a story of regret, remorse, and the desire for forgiveness and redemption. The singer is acknowledging their past mistakes, seeking forgiveness, and hoping for a chance to make things right.
