Nothing Left to Lose
08. The Pretty Reckless Lyrics
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It's just 10 years, but it's such a long time
In a heartbeat, I would do it all again
Late night sex, smokin' cigarettes
I try real hard, but I can't forget
Now in a heartbeat, I would do it all again
Never meant to be now
Now I'm lost somewhere
Lost between Elvis and suicide
Ever since the day we died, well
I've got nothing left to lose
After Jesus and Rock 'n' Roll
Couldn't save my immoral soul, well
I've got nothing left
I've got nothing left to lose
Callin' out sins just to pass the time
My life goes by in the blink of an eye
I know you want me
I was only lookin' for a friend
And everything that I was
And everything that I've become
Just falls into the end and
Now I see that you and me were never meant
Were never meant to be now
Now I'm lost somewhere
Lost between Elvis and suicide
Ever since the day we died, well
I've got nothing left to lose
After Jesus and rock 'n' roll
Couldn't save my immoral soul, well
I've got nothing left
I've got nothing left to lose
Now I see that you and me were never meant
Never meant to be now
Now I'm lost somewhere
Lost between Elvis and suicide
Ever since the day we died, well
I've got nothing left to lose
After Jesus and rock 'n' roll
Couldn't save my immoral soul, well
I've got nothing left
I've got nothing left to lose
The song "Nothing Left To Lose" by The Pretty Reckless is a reflective piece about a past relationship that went wrong. The lyrics suggest that the two individuals involved had an intense connection early on, with the singer of the song referring to the strong attraction they felt to their partner at the time. However, as time went on, it became clear that the relationship was not destined to last, and the singer is now lost somewhere between "Elvis and suicide," feeling as though they have nothing left to lose in life.
The song's second verse is particularly poignant, with the singer reflecting on their life and the passing of time. They suggest that their life has gone by in the blink of an eye, and they're left wondering what they have left to show for it. The song's main refrain, "I've got nothing left to lose," reinforces this idea, painting a picture of someone who feels as though they've lost everything that was once important to them.
Overall, "Nothing Left To Lose" is a powerful and emotional song that speaks to the human experience of loss and regret. The lyrics are raw and honest, and the music itself is haunting and melancholic, making for a truly moving listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
I was only 19, you were 29
There was a 10-year age gap between us when we started, me being only 19 and you being 29.
It's just 10 years, but it's such a long time
Although it was only a 10-year age difference, it felt like a long time.
In a heartbeat, I would do it all again
Despite the difficulties, I would do it all again without hesitation.
Late night sex, smokin' cigarettes
We spent nights having sex and smoking cigarettes.
I try real hard, but I can't forget
I try my best to forget, but it's difficult.
Now in a heartbeat, I would do it all again
Despite the pain, I would do everything again in a heartbeat.
Now I see that you and me were never meant
Looking back, it's clear that we were never meant to be together.
Never meant to be now
Our relationship was not meant to be, and that is still true now.
Now I'm lost somewhere
I am now lost, without direction.
Lost between Elvis and suicide
I am caught between the spirit of Elvis and the temptation of suicide.
Ever since the day we died, well
Since the day our relationship died, I have been lost in despair.
I've got nothing left to lose
I have lost everything important to me.
After Jesus and Rock 'n' Roll
I have tried finding solace in religion and music.
Couldn't save my immoral soul, well
But neither could save my immoral soul.
I've got nothing left
I have lost everything, including hope.
Now I see that you and me were never meant
It has become clear to me that our relationship was never meant to be.
Were never meant to be now
It is still true that we were never meant to be together.
Lost between Elvis and suicide
I am still caught between the spirit of Elvis and the temptation of suicide.
Ever since the day we died, well
Still, I have been lost since the day our relationship died.
I've got nothing left to lose
I have reached a point where there is nothing left for me to lose.
After Jesus and rock 'n' roll
Even attempting to find solace in religion and music has failed me.
Couldn't save my immoral soul, well
Neither religion nor music could save me from my immoral soul.
I've got nothing left
I am truly left with nothing, including hope.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BEN PHILLIPS, KATO KHANDWALA, TAYLOR MOMSEN
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