Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth,_Wind_&_Fire
Discography
Earth, Wind & Fire (1971)
The Need of Love (1971)
Last Days and Time (1972)
Head to the Sky (1973)
Open Our Eyes (1974)
That's the Way of the World (1975)
Spirit (1976)
All 'n All (1977)
I Am (1979)
Faces (1980)
Raise! (1981)
Powerlight (1983)
Electric Universe (1983)
Touch the World (1987)
Heritage (1990)
Millennium (1993)
In the Name of Love (1997)
The Promise (2003)
Illumination (2005)
Now, Then & Forever (2013)
Holiday (2014)
The Classic Christmas Album (2015)
Takin' Chances
Earth Wind & Fire Lyrics
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Tryin' to run my motor down
Everybody says I live a dangerous life
I've got to get ahead somehow
Out here on the street just tryin' to get my own
Don't tell me what you think you know
Ooh, most people spend their time at home alone
[Chorus]
Takin' chances
No risk, no gain
Takin' chances
I really don't mind the pain
Takin' chances
If you only knew
Takin' chances
It's all for the love of you
I don't like to listen to what people say (uh-huh)
'Cause once you start you'll never stop
One advantage to doing things my own way
I'll always end up on top
[Chorus]
I've got to do it right,
Ooh I've got to
I've got to live my life
The way I want to
I'm high up on a wire,
Don't want to ever come down
And if I fall
I've got to fly
The lyrics of Earth Wind & Fire's song Takin' Chances speak about the choices the singer has to make in order to get ahead in life. He likes to walk in the park late at night because he wants to run his motor down. The singer wants to be successful and is aware that his life is dangerous, but he is taking chances to achieve his goals. He is trying to get his own in the big city, and he does not want anyone’s opinions or judgments about his choices. He believes that most people waste time waiting for a check that might never arrive. The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that one must take risks to achieve success, and the singer does not mind the pain that comes with taking these risks. He is taking chances for the love of someone.
The lyrics of the song give an insight into the singer's personality and his approach towards life; he prefers doing things his own way, and he does not want to listen to what others say. The singer claims that he will always end up on top, which is an indication that he is determined to succeed regardless of the obstacles that come his way. For him, taking risks and the pain that follows is worth the love that he seeks. He is living his life the way he wants to, and he is not afraid to keep moving forward, even if he is on a high-wire rope. The song is an inspiration for those looking to take risks in life to achieve their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
I like walkin' in the park late at night
I enjoy taking peaceful walks in the park when it's dark outside.
Tryin' to run my motor down
I'm looking to escape from my problems by keeping myself busy.
Everybody says I live a dangerous life
People judge me for living life on the edge.
I've got to get ahead somehow
I need to find success in life, no matter what the cost.
Out here on the street just tryin' to get my own
I'm working hard to make a living and support myself.
Don't tell me what you think you know
I don't want to hear others' opinions about my life choices.
Ooh, most people spend their time at home alone
Many people are lonely and spend most of their time at home by themselves.
Just waitin' for a check that won't show
They're waiting for a payout that may not come.
[Chorus] Takin' chances. No risk, no gain
I'm willing to take risks in order to succeed in life.
Takin' chances. I really don't mind the pain
I'm willing to endure the hardships and pain that come with taking risks.
Takin' chances. If you only knew
Others do not understand why I take risks in life.
Takin' chances. It's all for the love of you
I'm making these choices for someone I care about deeply.
I don't like to listen to what people say (uh-huh)
I'm independent and do not heed to others' advice.
'Cause once you start you'll never stop
People will always try to give me their opinions, but I will not listen.
One advantage to doing things my own way
I know that doing things my way will give me an advantage over others who follow the rules.
I'll always end up on top
I'm confident that my choices will allow me to be successful.
[Chorus]
I'm willing to take chances in life, as it can lead to great rewards.
I've got to do it right,
I have to do things the way I believe they should be done.
Ooh I've got to
I have to, no matter what.
I've got to live my life
I want to live my life in a way that I'm proud of.
The way I want to
I want to live my life on my own terms.
I'm high up on a wire,
I'm living life on the edge.
Don't want to ever come down
I don't want to give up the thrill of taking risks and living dangerously.
And if I fall
If I fail or make a mistake.
I've got to fly
I have to find a way to pick myself up and keep moving forward.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: PIERCE, SPOSATO
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Not A RealPresident
Powerful Lyrics by The Best Band on Planet Earth. .. .EARTH,WIND & FIRE!!
Rashy
LOVE THIS SONG!
Safa Alkan
Nice song
Clifton Moore
1st listen. It sounds like "The Elements", stripped down to their electronic nucleus . . .
osamu racing
👍
Noel Openda
sounds like 80s Bar Kays
Complete One Beauty
This is not as good as powerlight,raise,faces,I am,the best of Earth Wind and Fire vol 1, all,n,all,sprit,that’s the way of the world and open our eyes,albums this is kinda cool but not