Chance It
Chancing Reflections: Unveiling Hidden Desires in 'Chance It' by The Fifths
Lyrics
I'm not sure what they want, do they know that they're wanting way too much?
I'm uncertain about their desires; do they realize their expectations are excessive?
Looking for 'that something', but 'that something' is nonesuch, so its
Seeking for something elusive; that elusive thing doesn't exist, so it's mundane.
Dull
Describing the sought-after thing as dull, lacking excitement or interest.
You don't want to chance it, yeah I know you won't
Advising against taking risks; acknowledging the listener's reluctance to take chances.
Is that all your going for? Or is it just to hide
Questioning if the listener's aspirations are limited or just a facade to conceal.
Cos I, can't think of the last time that I saw you half wide-eyed
Noticing the listener's lack of enthusiasm or curiosity recently.
And, deep deep down I think that you know all this inside
Suggesting that deep down, the listener is aware of these feelings.
And it's not long 'til it shows
Anticipating that the inner feelings will become apparent soon.
How can they be so content? It's flashing by their eyes
Expressing surprise at others' contentment while time passes quickly.
Becoming less and less convinced that this is their disguise
Becoming less convinced that others are truly themselves, suspecting a disguise.
Well, shit
An exclamation, perhaps indicating frustration or resignation.
Could venture outside just a little bit
Suggesting the possibility of stepping outside one's comfort zone.
Is that all your going for? Or is it just to hide
Reiterating the question about the listener's goals or if they are just hiding.
Cos I, can't think of the last time that I saw you half wide-eyed
Recalling a lack of wide-eyed excitement in the listener recently.
And, deep deep down I think that you know all this inside
Reiterating the belief that the listener is aware of their situation.
And it's not long 'til it shows
Highlighting the imminent revelation of the listener's true feelings.
Is that all your going for? Or is it just to hide
Restating the question about the listener's goals or if they are just hiding.
Cos I, can't think of the last time that I saw you half wide-eyed
Reiterating the absence of wide-eyed excitement in the listener.
And, deep deep down I think that you know all this inside
Reemphasizing the belief that the listener is aware of their internal state.
And it's not long 'til it shows
Reiterating the anticipation of the impending revelation of the listener's feelings.
Is that all your going for? Or is it just to hide
Persisting in questioning the listener's motives or whether they are concealing.
Cos I, can't think of the last time that I saw you half wide-eyed
Reiterating the absence of wide-eyed excitement in the listener.
And, deep deep down I think that you know all this inside
Reaffirming the belief that the listener is cognizant of their inner state.
And it's not long 'til it shows
Reiterating the anticipation of the imminent revelation of the listener's true feelings.
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