Lyrics
He wants to dream like a young man
He desires to dream with the enthusiasm of a young man.
With the wisdom of an old man
He seeks the wisdom and experience that come with age.
He wants his home and security
His aspirations include having a stable home and a sense of security.
He wants to live like a sailor at sea
He longs for a life akin to that of a sailor, free and adventurous.
Beautiful loser, where you gonna fall?
Addressing the protagonist as a "Beautiful loser," questioning where he will face challenges.
You realize you just can't have it all
Recognizing the realization that one cannot have everything.
He's your oldest and your best friend
Describing the protagonist as both the oldest and best friend.
If you need him, he'll be there again
Assuring availability and support if needed.
He's always willing to be second best
He is content being second best, showing humility.
A perfect lodger, a perfect guest
Characterizing the protagonist as an ideal lodger and guest.
Beautiful loser, read it on the wall
Reiterating the "Beautiful loser" label and suggesting it's evident.
And realize, you just can't have it all
Emphasizing the realization that complete fulfillment is unattainable.
You can't have it all, you can't have it all
Repeating the idea that one cannot have everything.
Oh, oh, can't have it all
Further emphasizing the inability to have everything.
He'll never make any enemies
Highlighting the protagonist's non-confrontational nature, avoiding enemies.
He won't complain if he's caught in a freeze
He won't complain even when facing difficulties or challenges.
He'll always ask, he'll always say please
Emphasizing politeness and humility, always asking and saying "please."
Beautiful loser, never take it all
Encouraging the idea of not aspiring to have everything.
'Cause it's easier, faster when you fall
Suggesting that it's easier and faster to accept limitations and shortcomings.
You just don't need it all
Stressing that one doesn't need to possess everything.
Oh, oh, you just don't need it all
Repeating the notion that not everything is necessary for a fulfilling life.
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