Lyrics
The first time's a narrow miss
The first attempt narrowly misses.
But it don't get to me, I'm an optimist
The singer remains optimistic despite the initial setback.
Then the second is closer still
The second attempt is closer to success.
It don't get to me, don't break my will
The near miss doesn't discourage the singer; their will remains unbroken.
So now this time the chance is yours
Now, it's the listener's turn for a chance.
I think the third time's the charm
The singer believes that the third attempt is the charm.
The third time's the charm I'm sure
Reiteration that the third attempt is sure to be successful.
Something good, is back again
Something positive is returning.
It's back again
The positive thing is back again.
And the sun's comin' up
The sun is rising while the singer feels like they are descending or facing a challenge.
As I'm comin' down
The juxtaposition of the sun rising and the singer feeling down.
The greatest hit to ever stick to me
A significant impact or realization that sticks with the singer.
And everyone can tell
Others can easily perceive the impact on the singer.
Everyone can see
The impact is visible to everyone.
Now my teeth are sharp and my eyes are green
Physical changes - sharp teeth and green eyes, possibly metaphorical.
But trust me when I say, I'm not the monster that I seem to be
The singer insists they are not as menacing as they may appear.
The first time's a narrow miss
Reiteration of the narrow miss on the first attempt.
But it don't get to me, I'm an optimist
Optimism persists despite the initial setback.
Then the second is closer still
The second attempt is getting closer to success.
It don't get to me, don't break my will
The near miss doesn't affect the singer's determination.
So now this time the chance is yours
Now, it's the listener's turn for a chance.
I think the third time's the charm
The singer believes in the charm of the third attempt.
The third time's the charm I'm sure
Reiteration that the third attempt is sure to be successful.
And it hits me like it always does
The impact of a situation hits the singer, as it always does.
Got me freakin'
Intense emotional reaction - "freakin'".
About how it's just a resolution I'm seeking, now
The singer reflects on their resolution and seeks a solution.
My heart is playin' up
The singer's heart is acting up, but they downplay it.
But i'll play it down, down, down
The singer will play down their emotional state.
Feel it comin' on
The anticipation of a significant event.
It's gonna be the death of my I can tell
An impending event is likely to be emotionally challenging.
And even when I'm floatin' down the styx
A reference to the River Styx, symbolizing a difficult journey.
I'll demand my fix
Despite challenges, the singer insists on getting their fix.
The first time's a narrow miss
Reiteration of the narrow miss on the first attempt.
But it don't get to me, I'm an optimist
Optimism persists despite the initial setback.
Then the second is closer still
The second attempt is getting closer to success.
It don't get to me, don't break my will
The near miss doesn't affect the singer's determination.
So now this time the chance is yours
Now, it's the listener's turn for a chance.
I think the third time's the charm
The singer believes in the charm of the third attempt.
The third time's the charm I'm sure
Reiteration that the third attempt is sure to be successful.
Yeah, cause everyone and everything is comin' back again
The return of everyone and everything is emphasized.
Everyone and everything is comin' back again
Repetition, underscoring the idea that everyone and everything is coming back.
Everyone and everything is comin' back again
Continued emphasis on the return of everyone and everything.
Everyone and everything is comin' back again
Reiteration, highlighting the universal return.
Everyone and everything is comin' back again
Another round of emphasis on the return of everyone and everything.
Everyone and everything is comin' back again
Final emphasis on the widespread return.
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