Take on Me
A–ha Lyrics
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I don't know what
I'm to say I'll say it anyway
Today's another day to find you
Shying away
I'll be coming for your love, okay?
Take on me (take on me)
I'll be gone
In a day or two
So needless to say
I'm odds and ends
But I'll be stumbling away
Slowly learning that life is okay
Say after me
It's no better to be safe than sorry
Take on me (take on me)
Take me on (take on me)
I'll be gone
In a day or two
Oh, the things that you say, yeah
Is it life or
Just to play my worries away?
You're all the things I've got to remember
You're shying away
I'll be coming for you anyway
Take on me (take on me)
Take me on (take on me)
I'll be gone
In a day
(Take on me, take on me)
(Take me on, take on me)
I'll be gone (take on me, take on me)
In a day (take me on, take on me)
(Take on me, take on me)
(Take me on, take on me)
(Take on me)
A-ha's "Take on Me" encompasses the theme of love and the lengths someone is willing to go to pursue it. The first verse highlights the hesitation and uncertainty that comes with approaching someone, but despite this, the singer takes the risk and puts himself out there, willing to do whatever it takes to win the person over. The chorus then adds a sense of urgency and determination to the story, where the singer asks the other person to take the chance with him, promising that he'll be gone in just a day or two if things don't work out. The second verse indicates the doubts and confusion that come along with love, but acknowledges that the experience of living and learning is worth it in the end. The bridge then poses the question of whether love is just a game or something meaningful, before returning to the chorus where the singer is still willing to take the leap of faith.
Overall, the song speaks to the universal experience of chasing love and the range of emotions that come with it. It highlights not only the vulnerability and fear that comes with putting oneself out there, but also the courage and hope that comes with taking a chance on love.
Line by Line Meaning
We're talking away
We are engaged in a conversation
I don't know what
I am uncertain about what to say next
I'm to say I'll say it anyway
Despite my uncertainty, I will speak my mind
Today's another day to find you
Every day is an opportunity to find the person I am looking for
Shying away
Being hesitant or withdrawn
I'll be coming for your love, okay?
I will pursue your love even if you are hesitant
Take on me (take on me)
Accept the challenge of loving me
Take me on (take on me)
Invite me to be a part of your life
I'll be gone
I will leave
In a day or two
Soon, relatively speaking
So needless to say
It goes without saying
I'm odds and ends
I am a collection of disparate parts
But I'll be stumbling away
I will continue on despite my imperfections and uncertainties
Slowly learning that life is okay
Gradually discovering that life is tolerable
Say after me
Repeat after me
It's no better to be safe than sorry
It is best not to be too cautious or avoidant
Oh, the things that you say, yeah
The things you say are noteworthy
Is it life or
Does it pertain to life or something else?
Just to play my worries away?
Is it merely a distraction from my worries?
You're all the things I've got to remember
You are all I need to hold onto in my memory
You're shying away
You are hesitant or withdrawn
I'll be coming for you anyway
I will pursue you regardless
Take on me (take on me)
Accept the challenge of loving me
Take me on (take on me)
Invite me to be a part of your life
I'll be gone
I will leave
In a day
Soon, relatively speaking
(Take on me, take on me)
Accept the challenge of loving me
(Take me on, take on me)
Invite me to be a part of your life
(Take on me)
Accept the challenge of loving me
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Magne Furuholmen, Morten Harket, Pal Waaktaar
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@bandito7253
Yeah!!!
@smartygraz
OMG
@praveenas4675
YESSSS WE DID IT!!!! Thank you for this masterpiece, a-ha❤️❤️❤️
@mariaandreza6628
1 Bilhão . Meus parabéns merecidamente !
@progestinimpossible5938
Good luck))
@AntiDepressantOverdose
This is probably where "having crush on 2D character" started
@fandemanga3378
Lmao maybe
@able5566
Yeet the rich
@Brikzy
She is very great looking.