What Have You Got to Lose
Choose Love's Gamble: What Have You Got to Lose by Carole King
Lyrics
Yes, I know you've led them on
Expresses awareness that the person has misled others.
And you've been figuring up the cost
Suggests the person has been calculating the consequences.
Of your list
Refers to a list, possibly of regrets or missed opportunities.
Your saddest goodbyes
Highlights the sadness associated with goodbyes.
I'm gonna stay right here with you
Declares commitment to staying by the person's side.
So if you're looking for something new
Suggests the person is seeking something new.
All you have to do is choose
Encourages the person to make a choice.
What have you got to lose
Presents the question of what the person has to lose in trying something different.
Yes, it shows you need a change
Indicates a need for change in the person.
And you've been feeling very strange
Describes a feeling of unfamiliarity or discomfort.
That the things that made you feel so good before
Suggests that previously enjoyable things no longer bring happiness.
Have not been feeling good 'cause I'm so much in love with you
Expresses deep love as a possible cause for the change.
All you have to do is try somethin' new
Encourages trying something new to rediscover joy.
What have you got to lose
Reiterates the question of what could be lost in trying.
And when you're ready let me know
Expresses readiness for the person to open up and communicate.
Come to me, I'll let your river flow
Symbolizes a willingness to support the person's emotional release.
When you're ready, aw, give me a sign
Asks for a clear sign from the person when they are ready.
It's time you stepped back out in the sunshine
Encourages the person to step back into a positive and happy life.
Wouldn't you like to wake up and find
Poses a desire to be a significant part of the person's thoughts.
Me, every morning, on your mind
Expresses a wish to be present in the person's mornings.
Oh, come on, don't be shy
Urges the person not to be hesitant or reserved.
Come on, you don't have to hide
Encourages openness and honesty without hiding feelings.
Come on and get me
Invites the person to pursue a connection.
What have you got to lose
Reiterates the question of what could be lost in taking a chance.
Come on and get me
Repeats the invitation to pursue a connection.
Aw, what have you got to lose
Reiterates the question, emphasizing the potential gain.
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