Born To Lose
Heartbreakers The Lyrics
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This city is so cold
And I'm, I'm so sold
That's why I'm know
I said hit it
Born to lose, born to lose, born to lose
Oh baby I'm born too loose
Nothing to do
I've nothing to say
Only one thing that I want
It's the only way
I said hit it
Born to lose
I said hit it
Born to lose
I said hit it
Born to lose
Oh baby I'm born too loose
Oh baby I'm born too loose
Living in a jungle
It ain't so hard
Living in the city
It will eat out, eat out your heart
I said hit it
Born to lose
I said hit it
Born to lose
I said hit it
Born to lose
Baby I'm born too loose
Oh baby I'm born too loose
Oh baby I'm born too loose
Oh baby I'm born to ...
The Heartbreakers' song "Born to Lose" is a classic punk rock song with lyrics that speak to the rebellion and grit of the punk rock movement. The song begins with the singer reflecting on their surroundings, describing the city as cold and themselves as sold, highlighting the themes of alienation and disillusionment that characterize punk rock music. The opening lines also set the tone for the rest of the song, with the repeated refrain of "born to lose" serving as an anthem for those who feel marginalized or disenfranchised.
As the song continues, the lyrics become more aggressive, with the singer proclaiming that they have "nothing to do" and "nothing to say" except for their desire to live life on their own terms. This sentiment is further emphasized in the chorus, with the repeated refrain of "hit it" serving as a call to action for the listener to embrace their own rebellious spirit.
The middle of the song features a brief instrumental interlude before the lyrics pick up again with the singer reflecting on the challenges of living in the city. The lyrics suggest that the urban environment can be brutal and unforgiving, "eating out" the hearts of those who try to survive in it. This sense of struggle and defiance comes to a head with the final refrain of "born to lose," which provides a fitting conclusion to the song's themes of rebellion and disillusionment.
Line by Line Meaning
That's the way you go
This is the path you take in life
This city is so cold
The city is a heartless and unforgiving place
And I'm, I'm so sold
I am fully committed to this life
That's why I'm know
That's why I'm here, doing what I do
Born to lose, born to lose, born to lose
Destined for failure, over and over again
Oh baby I'm born too loose
I can't help but be reckless and carefree
Nothing to do
Boredom and aimlessness
I've nothing to say
A lack of purpose or meaningful direction
Only one thing that I want
The only thing that gives my life meaning or fulfillment
It's the only way
This is my path, without any other options
Living in a jungle
Navigating a harsh and unforgiving world
It ain't so hard
I'm used to the struggle, it doesn't seem that difficult anymore
Living in the city
Trying to survive in a fast-paced and ruthless urban environment
It will eat out, eat out your heart
The city will slowly consume and destroy you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: John Genzale
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