The Gambler
Gamble of Hearts: Love's Dice and Loaded Guns
Lyrics
Roll that dice again, again
Invitation to take a chance or risk by rolling the dice again.
And once or twice you'll reel me in
Suggests that taking risks may lead to drawing the speaker in.
What I've got is not what I came for
The speaker has acquired something unexpected, not their original goal.
But I'll keep coming back for more
Despite not getting what was initially sought, the speaker is inclined to keep returning for more.
Come on lay your head upon my chest
Encouraging someone to rest their head on the speaker's chest, possibly seeking comfort or intimacy.
The odds are slim but isn't that the test
The chances of success or positive outcomes are low, but that's part of the challenge or trial.
In this game you either bend or break
Describes the nature of the game, where one must be flexible or face consequences.
And I don't know what kind of mess we'll make
Uncertainty about the outcome and potential complications of the situation.
Come on lay your head upon my chest
Reiteration of the invitation to find solace or connection.
Come on, come on
Repeated encouragement, emphasizing urgency or eagerness.
Come on, come on
-Spin that wheel, spin that wheel, spin that wheel.
Encouragement to take a chance, symbolized by spinning a wheel.
Pull the trigger load the gun
Metaphorically pulling the trigger and loading the gun, signifying making a decisive move.
The journey home has only just begun
Suggests that the journey has just started, indicating potential for change or challenges ahead.
We could rise but if we swan-dive too
There's potential for success, but there's also a risk of failure ("swan-dive").
Oh I'll love going down with you
Expresses a willingness to face the consequences, even if it means failure, with a specific person ("you").
(come on pull the trigger load the gun)
Reiteration of the action of pulling the trigger and loading the gun.
Come on, come on
Repeated urging to take a chance, emphasizing a sense of anticipation.
Come on, come on
-Spin that wheel, spin that wheel, spin that wheel
Reiteration of the metaphor of spinning the wheel, emphasizing the element of chance.
Come on, come on
Further repetition of the call to action, maintaining a sense of urgency.
Come on, come on
-Spin that wheel, spin that wheel, spin that wheel
Final encouragement to take a risk and embrace the uncertainty represented by spinning the wheel.
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