Long Shot
Taking Risks of the Heart: Embracing the Long Shot in Love
Lyrics
Well I'm a gamblin’man who likes to take a chance
Expresses being a risk-taking individual, particularly in gambling.
I got a sentimental million set to bet on romance
Indicates a willingness to invest a significant amount in romantic pursuits.
I always love to play and I always gotta have my fun
Highlights a love for playing and having fun as a consistent trait.
Tonight the devils dealing cards with odds a million to one
Describes a risky situation, symbolized by the devil dealing cards with slim odds.
I'll take the Long Shot
Expresses a willingness to take a significant risk, referred to as the "Long Shot."
Got the cards in my hand
Confirms possession of the necessary cards for the gamble.
I'll take the Long Shot
Reiterates the commitment to taking a challenging risk with the support of luck.
Miss lady luck understands
Emphasizes that luck, personified as "Miss lady luck," understands the decision.
Will the snake eye surprise you just wait and see
Suggests a possibility of unexpected outcomes, using the metaphor of snake eyes.
‘Cause tonight I'll take the Long Shot on you and me
Reaffirms the decision to take a long shot in the context of romance.
Every once in awhile I like to do something wild
Expresses a desire for occasional spontaneous and adventurous actions.
I got my lucky mojo magic mixture in my style
Mentions a belief in personal luck and charm through a "lucky mojo magic mixture."
Tonight the devil sure don't want to fool around
Describes a serious and focused attitude of the devil, prompting a strategic move.
So I split my aces and double down
Describes a bold move in gambling, splitting aces and doubling down.
I'll take the Long Shot
Reiterates the commitment to taking a challenging romantic risk.
I got the cards in my hand
Confirms possession of the necessary cards for the romantic gamble.
I'll take the Long Shot
Reiterates the commitment to taking a challenging risk with the support of luck.
Miss lady luck understands
Emphasizes that luck, personified as "Miss lady luck," understands the decision.
Stack those chips up high right in front of me
Visualizes success in the gamble with chips stacking up high.
‘Cause tonite I'll take the Long Shot
Reaffirms the commitment to taking a long shot, using a gambling metaphor.
I'm all in now baby
Expresses a complete commitment to the risky venture.
So there's no need to fuss and fight
Encourages a partner not to worry or argue, emphasizing commitment.
I'm all in now baby
Reiterates a complete commitment and encourages a confident bet.
So bet your dollar right
Advises confidently betting a substantial amount.
Tonight Tonight Alright
Expresses enthusiasm and anticipation for the events of the night.
I'm all in now baby
Reiterates a complete commitment to the risky venture.
So there's no need to fuss and fight
Encourages a partner not to worry or argue, emphasizing commitment.
I'm all in now baby
Reiterates a complete commitment and encourages a confident bet.
So bet your bottom dollar right
Advises confidently betting a substantial amount.
Tonight Tonight Tonight Alright
Expresses enthusiasm and anticipation for the events of the night.
Well I'm a gamblin’man who likes to take a chance
Expresses being a risk-taking individual, particularly in gambling (repeated).
I got a sentimental million set to bet on romance
Indicates a willingness to invest a significant amount in romantic pursuits (repeated).
I always love to play and I always gotta have my fun
Highlights a love for playing and having fun as a consistent trait (repeated).
Tonight the devils dealing cards with odds a million to one
Describes a risky situation, symbolized by the devil dealing cards with slim odds (repeated).
I'll take the Long Shot
Expresses a willingness to take a significant risk, referred to as the "Long Shot" (repeated).
I got the cards in my hand
Confirms possession of the necessary cards for the gamble (repeated).
I'll take the Long Shot
Reiterates the commitment to taking a challenging risk with the support of luck (repeated).
Miss lady luck understands
Emphasizes that luck, personified as "Miss lady luck," understands the decision (repeated).
Stack those chips up high right in front of me
Visualizes success in the gamble with chips stacking up high (repeated).
‘Cause tonight I'll take the Long Shot
Reaffirms the commitment to taking a long shot, using a gambling metaphor (repeated).
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