Losing Game
Little Oil Lyrics


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Oh I've played that losing game
Right through to the final frame

Somewhere down the line, somehow I'll be fine, someday I'll be blind enough to see

Yes, I've played that losing game
And I chose to play again
Somewhere down the line, somehow I'll be fine, someday I'll be blind enough to see

But not right now
But not right now
How about now?

Somewhere down the line, somehow I'll be fine, someday I'll be blind enough to see





Blind enough to see the light, blind enough to seem alright
Blind enough to see the light, blind enough to seem alright

Overall Meaning

In "Losing Game" by Little Oil, the lyrics convey a theme of experiencing repeated failure and making the conscious choice to engage in that cycle once again. The repetition of playing the losing game, from start to finish, suggests a pattern of engaging in situations or relationships that ultimately lead to disappointment or defeat. The singer acknowledges this pattern and admits to willingly participating in it, implying a level of self-awareness and acceptance of their own tendencies.


The lyrics also express a sense of hope for the future, with the lines "Somewhere down the line, somehow I'll be fine, someday I'll be blind enough to see." Here, the idea of being "blind enough to see" is intriguing, suggesting that gaining clarity and understanding may require a certain level of ignorance or naivety. It speaks to the paradoxical nature of personal growth and finding solace in the face of repeated setbacks.


The repeated phrase "But not right now, how about now?" further emphasizes the longing for change and an urgency to break free from the cycle of the losing game. It reflects a desire to find a different path, to break the pattern, and to finally achieve a sense of fulfillment or contentment.


Overall, "Losing Game" explores the themes of repetitive failure, self-awareness, hope for change, and the complexity of personal growth. It encourages listeners to reflect on their own patterns of behavior and to consider the possibility of breaking free from cycles that no longer serve them.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh I've played that losing game
I have experienced the pain and disappointment of repeatedly engaging in a game where failure is inevitable.


Right through to the final frame
Continuing to participate until the very end, despite knowing the outcome.


Somewhere down the line, somehow I'll be fine, someday I'll be blind enough to see
At some point in the future, I hope to find inner peace and clarity, even if it means being unaware of certain truths.


Yes, I've played that losing game
Indeed, I have engaged in that hopeless endeavor.


And I chose to play again
Despite past failures, I voluntarily decided to take part in the game once more.


But not right now
However, the time for making that choice is not in the present moment.


How about now?
Is it perhaps the right time to reconsider my decision?


Blind enough to see the light, blind enough to seem alright
Reaching a point of ignorance where I can perceive the positive aspects while pretending everything is fine.


Blind enough to see the light, blind enough to seem alright
Still, I desire to be oblivious to certain truths and maintain a facade of contentment.




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Victor Mitrani

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