Take A Chance On Me
James Last And His Orchestra Lyrics


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If you change your mind, I'm the first in line
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
If you need me, let me know, gonna be around
If you've got no place to go, if you're feeling down
If you're all alone when the pretty birds have flown
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
Gonna do my very best and it ain't no lie
If you put me to the test, if you let me try

Take a chance on me
(That's all I ask of you honey)
Take a chance on me

We can go dancing, we can go walking, as long as we're together
Listen to some music, maybe just talking, get to know you better
'Cos you know I've got
So much that I wanna do, when I dream I'm alone with you
It's magic
You want me to leave it there, afraid of a love affair
But I think you know
That I can't let go

If you change your mind, I'm the first in line
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
If you need me, let me know, gonna be around
If you've got no place to go, if you're feeling down
If you're all alone when the pretty birds have flown
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
Gonna do my very best and it ain't no lie
If you put me to the test, if you let me try

Take a chance on me
(Come on, give me a break will you?)
Take a chance on me

Oh you can take your time baby, I'm in no hurry, know I'm gonna get you
You don't wanna hurt me, baby don't worry, I ain't gonna let you
Let me tell you now
My love is strong enough to last when things are rough
It's magic
You say that I waste my time but I can't get you off my mind
No I can't let go
'Cos I love you so

If you change your mind, I'm the first in line
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
If you need me, let me know, gonna be around
If you've got no place to go, if you're feeling down
If you're all alone when the pretty birds have flown
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
Gonna do my very best, baby can't you see
Gotta put me to the test, take a chance on me
(Take a chance, take a chance, take a chance on me)

Ba ba ba ba baa, ba ba ba ba baa
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
Gonna do my very best, baby can't you see
Gotta put me to the test, take a chance on me
(Take a chance, take a chance, take a chance on me)

Ba ba ba ba baa, ba ba ba ba baa ba-ba




Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to James Last's "Take A Chance On Me" are about taking a chance on love. The singer is telling his lover that he is open and available to love her, but he is also giving her the space and time to make up her mind about whether or not she wants to take that chance on him. He lets her know that he will always be there for her, whether she needs a friend or a lover, and that he will always do his best to make her happy. The singer is also communicating his deep commitment to the relationship, even when things get tough.


The song is a call to action for those who are afraid to take risks in love. It reminds us that sometimes we must take a leap of faith if we want to experience true love in our lives. We can't always play it safe and wait for the perfect person to come along. Sometimes we have to take a chance on someone, and this song is an anthem for those who are willing to do just that.


Overall, "Take A Chance On Me" is a powerful love song that encourages us to be open, vulnerable, and willing to take risks in our relationships. It is a reminder that when we take chances on love, we can experience the greatest joys and deepest connections imaginable.


Line by Line Meaning

If you change your mind, I'm the first in line
If you change your thoughts about me, I'm still waiting here for you


Honey, I'm still free
I'm single and ready to start a relationship with you


Take a chance on me
Please take the risk of having a romantic relationship with me


If you need me, let me know, gonna be around
If you ever need me, I'll always be available for you


If you've got no place to go, if you're feeling down
If you feel lost and sad, I'm willing to be there for you


If you're all alone when the pretty birds have flown
If everyone else has someone and you're feeling left out, I'm here for you


Gonna do my very best and it ain't no lie
I promise to give my all and be honest with you


If you put me to the test, if you let me try
Give me a chance to prove myself to you


We can go dancing, we can go walking, as long as we're together
Let's spend time together and do things that we both enjoy


Listen to some music, maybe just talking, get to know you better
We can have deep conversations and share our interests to know each other better


'Cos you know I've got so much that I wanna do, when I dream I'm alone with you, it's magic
I have a lot of fantasies with you and every time I think of them, it feels magical


You want me to leave it there, afraid of a love affair
You're hesitant to take things further because you're scared of getting into a relationship


But I think you know that I can't let go
Despite your reservations, I'm still drawn to you and can't give up on us


Oh you can take your time baby, I'm in no hurry, know I'm gonna get you
There's no need to rush things, but I'm confident that we'll eventually be together


You don't wanna hurt me, baby don't worry, I ain't gonna let you
I understand your concerns and I won't let you hurt me, but please consider starting a relationship with me


My love is strong enough to last when things are rough, it's magic
My love for you is strong enough to weather any hardships, and that love is magical


You say that I waste my time, but I can't get you off my mind
You think that it's foolish for me to pursue you, but the truth is, you're always on my mind


Gonna do my very best, baby can't you see
I'll do everything in my power to make you happy, can't you see that?


Gotta put me to the test, take a chance on me
Give me the opportunity to prove myself to you, take a chance on us


Ba ba ba ba baa, ba ba ba ba baa
This is the catchy chorus, let's sing along together


Come on, give me a break will you?
Please give me a chance and don't be so hard on me


ba ba ba ba baa, ba ba ba ba baa ba-ba
Chorus again, let's sing it enthusiastically




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K Ulvaeus

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Comments from YouTube:

Solitaire

Jan 07 2021 ~ Dear subscribers and viewers, I uploaded this video on Dec 29th 2020, but
due to technical difficulties it could not be published for New Year's Eve, as I had intended.
But the year is still young, my message is timeless. This is my gift for you. So I hope, you enjoy it!
My very best wishes, and much love to all of you !

Louis M. Widmer

Thank you and good wishes to you too! This is also an interesting testimony about the times we live through right now.
In the years to come people will watch how the whole world was gripped, and was somehow united because of this. 
The music is fantastic, I love this song, have it on repeat!!! Excellent choice along with the topic and pictures. Well done!!!

Henri Tacitus

Still as relevant and important as ever!! Thank you for this thoughtful piece. I carry your heartfelt wishes into 2022.
As we know Love and Peace doesn't "sell" so well on social media, unlike all the negative stuff.... , reveals a lot about
a potentially oblivious, ungrateful? audience.... and the kind of world we live in today...... shame!....
Glorious arrangement by James Last, fabulous sound!!! Keep up the good work ✌✌❤👍👍Love & Peace for all!

Maria C. Fernandez

congratulations!! and thank you

Giusy Pollina

Tutto il mondo in mascherina.

alex xydakis

little bit patience still,for end this virus and live again with (free)faces,breath and smiles!!!

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