Belmont, 1923
Embracing Life's Pace: Belmont, 1923
Lyrics
Was a photo finish
There was a close and decisive conclusion
For your sweet kiss
Refers to a memorable moment of receiving your affectionate kiss
And the two of us tied
Both of us were equally matched or connected
And it felt like this:
Describing the emotional experience of being tied and the associated feelings
I was never one
Expressing a personal inclination to avoid a reckless lifestyle and premature death
To live fast, die young
Stating a preference for a slower-paced life
I’ll take my time
Emphasizing the intention to take one's time in life
To the finish line
Reiterating the commitment to reach the finish line at one's own pace
To the finish line
(Repeated line, no additional meaning)
I’ll take my time
Reaffirming the determination to proceed leisurely towards life goals
To the finish line
(Repeated line, no additional meaning)
So I’ll wear my silks through the night
Describing the intention to wear one's silks (a type of racing garment) throughout the night
It’s a good race to run by your side
Expressing the joy of running the race of life alongside a significant other
Take your time
Encouraging patience and not rushing through life's journey
I’m so glad that renown has outran
Expressing satisfaction that one's reputation has surpassed that of their parent
Let the fame die before my old man
Desiring to outlive one's fame before the passing of the speaker's father
And we’ll both cross the line when we can
Both individuals will reach their goals in their own time
Take your time
Reiterating the importance of taking one's time in life
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