MISSED OPPORTUNITY
DARYL HALL๏ผJOHN OATES Lyrics
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Our world's out of order
All I see is Missed Opportunity
Will we ever learn
In trouble where will we turn
And when you're losing the fight
Who's your white knight gonna be
(oh baby) You don't hear what I'm sayin'
We had a chance to stay together
Ooh forever
But we got lost in the dream
Keep on missing each other
Our world's out of order
All I see is Missed Opportunity
Talk but never show
You're holding back
Words lack meaning that's all
Things you say ricochet
Miss by a mile
The words don't work for me
Ooh who understands.
Why the world's nasty girl
When we re doin' the best we can
Even tho we're walking a wire
Where there's hope there's desire
Calling you back to your white knight
The lyrics to Daryl Hall & John Oates's song Missed Opportunity are about the feeling of missed connections and missed chances that lead to lost love. The song speaks to the idea that our world is out of order and that we often miss opportunities to connect with one another, leading to feelings of loneliness and frustration. The lyrics express a desire for things to be different, and a hope that we can learn to appreciate and make the most of the opportunities we have.
The opening lines of the song, "keep on missing each other, our world's out of order," suggest a sense of futility and a feeling that we are living in a world out of step with our desires. The lyrics continue to emphasize the theme of missed opportunities, with lines like "talk but never show" and "you're holding back, words lack meaning that's all." The singer's frustration is palpable, as they try to reach out to their loved one who seems distant, and whose words do not match their feelings.
The chorus of the song repeats the idea of missed opportunities, with the singer asking if we will ever learn to appreciate and make the most of the connections we have. The bridge of the song adds a note of hope, suggesting that even though we may feel like we are "walking a wire," where there is hope, there is a desire to come back to one's "white knight."
Overall, the lyrics to Missed Opportunity speak to the universal experience of longing for connection and missing chances to make that connection. The song's emotive lyrics and catchy melody have made it a fan favorite, and a staple of Daryl Hall & John Oates's live shows.
Line by Line Meaning
Keep on missing each other
We consistently fail to connect with one another
Our world's out of order
The state of the world is chaotic and dysfunctional
All I see is Missed Opportunity
I am constantly reminded of the chances we have missed
Will we ever learn
Do we have the capacity to learn from our mistakes?
In trouble where will we turn
When we are in distress, where can we find help?
And when you're losing the fight
When you are struggling and close to giving up
Who's your white knight gonna be
Who will come to your rescue in this critical moment?
Feel you drift away
I sense you growing more distant from me
(oh baby) You don't hear what I'm sayin'
You are not listening to me, my words are not registering with you
We had a chance to stay together
At one point we were presented with the opportunity to maintain our relationship
Ooh forever
We had the potential to be together permanently
But we got lost in the dream
However, we were consumed by unrealistic ambitions
Talk but never show
We speak of our intentions but fail to follow through
You're holding back
You are not fully sharing your thoughts or feelings with me
Words lack meaning that's all
The words you do share do not communicate your true emotions
Things you say ricochet
Your remarks do not have the intended effect
Miss by a mile
Your comments are off the mark
The words don't work for me
I do not find your words convincing or persuasive
Ooh who understands.
Who can truly comprehend our situation?
Why the world's nasty girl
Why is the world so harsh and unforgiving?
When we re doin' the best we can
Despite our efforts, we still fall short
Even tho we're walking a wire
Although we are taking risks
Where there's hope there's desire
As long as there is hope, there exists a yearning for something better
Calling you back to your white knight
I am imploring you to return to the one who can help you in your time of need
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Keep on missing each other
Our world's out of order
All I see is Missed Opportunity
Will we ever learn
In trouble where will we turn
And when you're losing the fight
Who's your white knight gonna be
Feel you drift away
(oh baby) You don't hear what I'm sayin'
We had a chance to stay together
Ooh forever
But we got lost in the dream
Keep on missing each other
Our world's out of order
All I see is Missed Opportunity
Talk but never show
You're holding back
Words lack meaning that's all
Things you say ricochet
Miss by a mile
The words don't work for me
Ooh who understands.
Why the world's nasty girl
When we re doin' the best we can
Even tho we're walking a wire
Where there's hope there's desire
Calling you back to your white knight
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LYRICS
Keep on missing each other
Our world's out of order
All I see is Missed Opportunity
Will we ever learn
In trouble where will we turn
And when you're losing the fight
Who's your white knight gonna be
Feel you drift away
(Oh baby) You don't hear what I'm sayin'
We had a chance to stay together
Ooh forever
But we got lost in the dream
Keep on missing each other
Our world's out of order
All I see is Missed Opportunity
Talk but never show
You're holding back
Words lack meaning that's all
Things you say ricochet
Miss by a mile
The words don't work for me
Ooh who understands.
Why the world's nasty girl
When we re doin' the best we can
Even tho we're walking a wire
Where there's hope there's desire
Calling you back to your white knight
Keep on missing each other
Our world's out of order
All I see is Missed Opportunity
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@juliansva.8634
The best duo in history !!!
@mierezsaturday5855
Devastating duo.
@carlalinton1005
Carla Linton. Yes. Daryl Hall and John Oates are one of the best Male Duo Artists of The 70s and The 80s.
@scottlarson1548
I think they are also the most successful duo in recording history.
@reneechristopher2121
@@scottlarson1548 I think you're right.
@paulasusan63
I agree!
@farmerjbird
one of the great H&O songs that never got enough airtime. this and Modern Method of Love are my all time faves :-)
@cannibalsuperstar6081
J Van Brown Method of Modern Love.
@AB-qd2dy
I guess these played on urban stations more, because I remember them
@picklerick6759
These guys were be way underrated!!