Just a Chance
Badfinger Lyrics


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Doesn't matter what you think I do
All I wanna do is see it through
You may say it's not a great romance
But all I want from you is just a chance to try
Any way at all
Don't you think we know it has to hurt
Are minds that small?
I won't tell you if it's short or long
All I know is that it don't feel wrong
You may say it's not a great romance
But all we want from you is just a chance to try
Any way we can
Don't you think we know it has to hurt
Won't you understand?

Doesn't matter what you think I do
All I wanna do is see it through
You may say it's not a great romance
But all I want from you is just a chance to try
Any way we can
Don't you think we know it has to hurt
Won't you understand?

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Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Badfinger's song "Just A Chance" express a plea for a chance to make a relationship work, despite the doubts and criticisms of others. The singer acknowledges that the relationship may not be a "great romance," but insists that all they want is the opportunity to try and see it through. They recognize that the journey may be painful, but they are willing to take the risk and endure the hardships in order to find out if it's worth it.


The repetitive nature of the lyrics, especially the refrain of "just a chance to try," highlights the desperation and determination of the singer. They are insistent on their desire to keep going, and refuse to let anyone else's opinions hold them back. The use of rhetorical questions in the lines "Don't you think we know it has to hurt/Won't you understand?" further emphasizes the singer's frustration and sense of isolation.


Overall, "Just A Chance" is a powerful plea for understanding and empathy, as well as a testimony to the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

Doesn't matter what you think I do
Your opinion regarding my actions does not hold any importance


All I wanna do is see it through
I am determined to see this through


You may say it's not a great romance
You may not view this as a grand love affair


But all I want from you is just a chance to try
All I seek is an opportunity to give it a chance


Any way at all
I am open to any approach


Don't you think we know it has to hurt
We are aware that pain is inevitable


Are minds that small?
Is our thinking lacking in insight?


I won't tell you if it's short or long
I can't tell you if it will be brief or enduring


All I know is that it don't feel wrong
All I know is that it doesn't feel incorrect


But all we want from you is just a chance to try
We both seek an opportunity to give it a try


Any way we can
We are willing to try it in any capacity


Don't you think we know it has to hurt
We recognize that pain may be an integral part of it


Won't you understand?
Can't you fathom this?




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PETER WILLIAM HAM

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