A Ghost of a Chance
Bobby Hackett and His Orchestra Lyrics
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But I don't stand a ghost of a chance with you!
I thought at last I'd found you, but other lovers surround you
And "I don't stand a ghost of a chance with you!"
If you'd surrender just for a tender kiss or two
You might discover, that I'm the lover meant for you
And I'd be true, but what's the good of scheming
I know I must be dreaming
The lyrics to Bobby Hackett and His Orchestra's "A Ghost of a Chance" express the desperate longing of a person who is in love with someone they believe is beyond their reach. The first line reveals the depth of the singer's need for the love of the person they are addressing. The phrase "I don't stand a ghost of a chance with you" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the singer's belief that their love is unrequited.
The second verse reveals that despite the singer's hopes that they have finally found the object of their affections, there are other lovers vying for that person's attention. The lyrics suggest that the singer is resigned to their destiny, recognizing that they are unlikely to ever win the heart of the person they love. The third verse reveals the singer's ultimate acceptance of defeat, acknowledging that their dreams of a life with this person are unlikely to be realized.
Line by Line Meaning
I need your love so badly, I love you, oh, so madly
I have a deep desire for your love, it's an intense feeling that consumes me
But I don't stand a ghost of a chance with you!
I have no chance with you, no possibility or hope for a romantic relationship
I thought at last I'd found you, but other lovers surround you
I believed you were the one for me, but you have many other suitors in your life
And 'I don't stand a ghost of a chance with you!'
I continuously acknowledge that I have no chance with you, despite my feelings
If you'd surrender just for a tender kiss or two
If you were to give in and share a few gentle kisses with me
You might discover, that I'm the lover meant for you
You may realize that I am the one who is truly meant to love you
And I'd be true, but what's the good of scheming
I would remain loyal to you, but there's no point in making elaborate plans to win your love
I know I must be dreaming
I understand that my desires for your love are unrealistic and impossible to achieve
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Written by: Bing Crosby, Ned Washington, Victor Popular Young
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@AllMy78s
Nice one mate, enjoyed this...
@GramophonicReevolution
Lovely ole job
@musiccity123
Strange issue this a Vocalian (USA) master on a Parlophone label?
@brians78s94
ye..he had several of his vocalion recordings issued in England on Parlophone