She is known for her sense of humor, which is expressed in both her music and her onstage performances. Many of her songs alternate between emotional reflections on romance and outright comedy. Two of her more famous songs include "Sensitive New Age Guys" and "Bald Headed Men".
The Danger
Christine Lavin Lyrics
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If I could let my heart go
But something in you has shaken me
I'm scared to let you know
Because I see the Danger
You see it too
Of what becomes of women like me
Who fall for men like you
You been hurt so many times
How could you trust again?
Especially a heart as fickle as mine
That doesn't want to lose you as a friend
But you see the Danger
And fear instinctively
Of what becomes of men like you
Who fall for women like me
I'm not trying to convince you
I am trying to convince myself
That the gamble I hope to take
Isn't just another in a long line of loving mistakes
If we could only see tomorrow
As clearly as today
If we could just overcome our fears
There'd be no need to say
That I see the Danger
You see it too
Of what becomes of women like me
What becomes of men like you
In the song "The Danger," Christine Lavin explores the complex emotions that come with falling in love with someone who has been hurt in the past. The first verse sings about the singer's hesitation to give in to their feelings for the person because of the "something" that has shaken them. The chorus discusses the mutual understanding between the two that there is a danger in pursuing a romantic relationship: "Of what becomes of women like me who fall for men like you." This is echoed in the second verse, where the focus is on the other person and their potential fear of being hurt again: "But you see the Danger/And fear instinctively/Of what becomes of men like you/Who fall for women like me."
The lyrics suggest that both parties are hesitant to take the risk of starting a romantic relationship, but the singer is trying to convince themselves (and maybe the other person) that it's worth it. In the final verse, there's a sense of urgency and hopelessness that comes with the realization that we can't predict the future or overcome our fears easily: "If we could only see tomorrow/As clearly as today/If we could just overcome our fears/There'd be no need to say."
Overall, the song captures the fear, excitement, and uncertainty that come with falling in love, especially when there are underlying emotional wounds on both sides.
Line by Line Meaning
I would fall for you so easily
I am very much attracted to you and have developed feelings for you.
If I could let my heart go
If I could be more open about my feelings and express them freely.
But something in you has shaken me
I have concerns about certain traits or behaviours that I have observed in you.
I'm scared to let you know
I am hesitant to tell you how I feel because of the potential consequences.
Because I see the Danger
I am aware of the potential risks and negative outcomes that could result from pursuing a relationship with you.
You see it too
You are also aware of the potential dangers of our relationship.
Of what becomes of women like me
I am afraid of ending up hurt or disappointed due to my emotional investment in this relationship.
You been hurt so many times
I am aware of your past relationships and the hurt that you have experienced.
How could you trust again?
I recognize the difficulty of trusting someone new after going through hurtful experiences in the past.
Especially a heart as fickle as mine
I realize that my own feelings and commitment may not be completely stable or reliable.
That doesn't want to lose you as a friend
I value our friendship and do not want to jeopardize it by pursuing a romantic relationship.
And fear instinctively
I have an innate sense of unease or apprehension about what could happen if we take our relationship to the next level.
Of what becomes of men like you
I am concerned about the potential negative consequences and outcomes that could result from getting involved with someone who has a history of being hurt or may not be ready to trust again.
I'm not trying to convince you
I am not trying to pressure you into a relationship or manipulate you in any way.
I am trying to convince myself
I am grappling with my own internal doubts and concerns about pursuing a relationship with you.
That the gamble I hope to take
I am aware that taking a chance on this relationship is risky, but I am willing to take that chance.
Isn't just another in a long line of loving mistakes
I hope that pursuing a relationship with you will not turn out to be another mistake in a history of failed relationships.
If we could only see tomorrow
If we knew for certain what the future held for us.
As clearly as today
With as much clarity as we have in the present moment about our feelings and intentions.
If we could just overcome our fears
If we could find the courage to move past our doubts and apprehensions.
There'd be no need to say
If we were both on the same page about our feelings and intentions, we would not need to discuss our fears and concerns.
Contributed by Ava P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.