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Swedish song · Swedish pop

Pensionär På Pappret lyrics

English: Retired on Paper

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What “Pensionär På Pappret” is about

A daughter sings about her father, who is officially retired but constantly helps her with household tasks and errands. She playfully calls him her personal handyman and chauffeur, always available to fix things or drive her around. The song expresses deep love and gratitude for his unwavering support.

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Pensionär På Pappret lyrics with English translation

Each line in the original and in English. Translation and romanization by AI, to help you follow the song.

[Vers 1] · Verse 1

Pensionär på pappret, men det blev inte så,

Retired on paper, but it didn't turn out that way,

för hus nummer nio har jobb som väntar ändå.

because house number nine still has jobs waiting.

Med verktyg och en kaffekopp, han vet precis hur man gör,

With tools and a coffee cup, he knows exactly how to do it,

för pappa kan ju faktiskt allt, i alla fall vad han själv tror!

because dad can actually do everything, at least what he himself believes!

[Vers 2] · Verse 2

Han har fått ett nytt jobb, men lönen den är noll,

He's got a new job, but the pay is zero,

jag säger: "Skicka fakturan, jag har fullständig koll!"

I say: "Send the invoice, I have full control!"

När strömmen går och vattnet läcker, då ringer jag direkt,

When the power goes out and the water leaks, I call him directly,

men mössen får jag fånga själv – där går hans respekt!

but I have to catch the mice myself – there goes his respect!

[Refräng] · Chorus

För pappa har jouren, natt och dag,

Because dad is on call, night and day,

han ställer alltid upp för mig, varenda dag.

he always helps me out, every single day.

När något går fel, då vet jag vem jag når,

When something goes wrong, I know who I can reach,

min egen lilla hjälte som aldrig ryggen vänder åt!

my own little hero who never turns his back!

[Vers 3] · Verse 3

På Marketplace finns fynd som jag bara måste ha,

On Marketplace there are bargains I just have to have,

då får pappa ta sin bil och köra iväg ett tag.

then dad has to take his car and drive away for a while.

Han är chaufför och hantverkare, min räddare i nöd,

He's a chauffeur and a craftsman, my savior in need,

han ställer alltid upp för mig, i både solsken och i snö!

he always helps me out, in both sunshine and snow!

[Refräng] · Chorus

För pappa har jouren, natt och dag,

Because dad is on call, night and day,

han ställer alltid upp för mig, varenda dag.

he always helps me out, every single day.

När något går fel, då vet jag vem jag når,

When something goes wrong, I know who I can reach,

min egen lilla hjälte som aldrig ryggen vänder åt!

my own little hero who never turns his back!

Han är envis som få, men världens bäst,

He's stubborn as few, but the world's best,

på hus nummer nio är han hedersgäst!

at house number nine he's the guest of honor!

Så höj nu ditt glas och sjung med mig,

So raise your glass now and sing with me,

världens bästa pappa – den här låten är till dig!

world's best dad – this song is for you!

[Avslutning – mjukare] · Outro - softer

En faktura lär du aldrig få betalt för ändå,

You'll never get paid for an invoice anyway,

men pappa, jag älskar dig mer än du kan förstå.

but dad, I love you more than you can understand.

Lines explained

“Pensionär på pappret, men det blev inte så,”

Retired on paper, but it didn't turn out that way,

The title line sets up the central theme: the father is officially retired but still very active, especially in helping his daughter.

“men mössen får jag fånga själv – där går hans respekt!”

but I have to catch the mice myself – there goes his respect!

This line is a playful jab, highlighting that while he's a hero for big fixes, some tasks are still her responsibility, adding a touch of humor to the appreciation.

“min egen lilla hjälte som aldrig ryggen vänder åt!”

my own little hero who never turns his back!

This line encapsulates the daughter's deep gratitude and admiration, portraying her father as a reliable and unwavering source of support.

Swedish words from this song

Learning Swedish? These words come straight from the lyrics.

Pensionär
pensioner, retiree
pappret
the paper (here, 'on paper')
verktyg
tools
jouren
the on-call service, emergency duty
envis
stubborn

About this recording

“Pensionär På Pappret” is a Swedish song with a cheerful feel, made by a SongUp AI listener with SongUp AI.

You can hear saxophone, drums and accordion at about 115 beats per minute.

The lyrics run to 26 sung lines. They were typed in by the person who made it, and SongUp AI sang them as written. What you hear is the free 30-second preview, made on ; it is one of 74 Swedish previews on SongUp AI.

The idea it was sung from

A cheerful traditional Swedish dansband song, warm male vocals, upbeat catchy melody, accordion, saxophone, electric bass and drums. Humorous storytelling, heartfelt lyrics, lively Scandinavian dance band sound, big memorable chorus. Around 115 BPM.

Questions about “Pensionär På Pappret”

What does “Pensionär På Pappret” mean in English?

“Pensionär På Pappret” means “Retired on Paper” in English.

What is “Pensionär På Pappret” about?

A daughter sings about her father, who is officially retired but constantly helps her with household tasks and errands. She playfully calls him her personal handyman and chauffeur, always available to fix things or drive her around. The song expresses deep love and gratitude for his unwavering support.

Is there an English translation of the “Pensionär På Pappret” lyrics?

Yes. Every line of “Pensionär På Pappret” is translated into English on this page. The translation was written by AI to help you follow the song, so a few lines may lose some nuance.

Who wrote the lyrics of “Pensionär På Pappret”?

The person who made this preview typed these lyrics in, and SongUp AI sang them word for word.

Why is “Pensionär På Pappret” only 30 seconds long?

It is the free 30-second preview SongUp AI sings from a song's chorus, so anyone can hear their own lyrics first. A full song is about three minutes, $2.99 as a single song or with a paid plan.

How do I make a song like “Pensionär På Pappret”?

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