Second Chances
Michelle Branch Lyrics


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Sometimes we get second chances
And sometimes we never make it past the first
It really makes you wonder why somethings happen when they do
It really makes me wonder why it wasn't me instead of you

And when you say, "It doesn't matter," well it does
And all it takes is a mistake to eat your words
Just one more time I think I'll drive on home tonight

Sometimes we never see the warning
And the voice in your head tells you not to go
It really makes me wonder why somethings happen when they do
It really makes me wonder why it wasn't me instead of you

And when you say, "It doesn't matter," well it does
And all it takes is a mistake to eat your words
Just one more time I think I'll drive on home tonight

And when you look it's gone, it's too late to turn around
And it's another day facing yourself and the things that you've done

And when you say, "It doesn't matter," well it does




And all it takes is a mistake to eat your words
Just one more time I think I'll drive on home tonight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Michelle Branch's song "Second Chances" reflect on the theme of perseverance and second chances in life. The song explores the possibilities and limitations of second chances, as well as the anxieties that come with them. The opening lines "Sometimes we get second chances, and sometimes we never make it past the first" suggest the unpredictability of life and the challenges one may face in trying to make a fresh start.


As the song progresses, Branch's lyrics question the reasons and consequences of our actions and decisions. It seems that even when a second chance is given, the past often haunts us, and we wonder why we could not have been given another opportunity. The lyrics, "It really makes me wonder why it wasn't me instead of you," reveal a sense of guilt, remorse, and self-doubt. The repetition of the line, "And when you say, 'It doesn't matter,' well, it does," highlights the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions and not brushing mistakes aside.


The last lines of the song suggest that sometimes we miss warning signs, leading to regret and disappointment. The phrase "it's too late to turn around" indicates that the time for taking action has passed, and we have to face the consequences of our decisions. The song's somber tone and sense of introspection make it a poignant reflection on the risks and rewards of second chances.


Line by Line Meaning

Sometimes we get second chances
Occasionally, we are given another chance to make things right


And sometimes we never make it past the first
Other times, we don't even get the initial opportunity to succeed


It really makes you wonder why somethings happen when they do
It provokes contemplation as to why certain events occur as they do


It really makes me wonder why it wasn't me instead of you
I find myself questioning why I wasn't affected instead of you


And when you say, "It doesn't matter," well it does
Denying the significance of something does not negate its importance


And all it takes is a mistake to eat your words
A single error can render one's previous statements invalid


Just one more time I think I'll drive on home tonight
I am considering going home instead of risking further mistakes


Sometimes we never see the warning
Occasionally, we miss the signs that indicate potential danger or failure


And the voice in your head tells you not to go
One's inner voice may caution against proceeding in a certain direction


And when you look it's gone, it's too late to turn around
Once something has passed, it cannot be retrieved, and reversing course may not be possible


And it's another day facing yourself and the things that you've done
The following day may present a confrontation with one's actions and their consequences




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Comments from YouTube:

@prancer71

M Branch is sans question one of the world's best songwriters/chanteurs in history :)

@myutubeaccount17

michelle branch, taylor swift, and avril lavigne are my fav female artists... Their songs calm my heart and soul... :)

@jackamelung8705

Something to think about as we see so many FAKE artists, musicians, actors/actresses ..... Michelle is one of the few that is REAL, She is awesome person and a good mom. She is an Artist that shares. Very rare qualities in this day we live.

@nygal628

Country, pop, doesn't matter, I love Meech....and I'm so glad she's back!!!

@twas2awesome

Such a beautiful song ! We love you Michelle <3<3

@JonasBrosFan17

Ah I saw her in concert 5 years ago, whoa. She's really good live!

@RobindeValkNL

Michelle's so cute and unique. Turned into such a beautiful young woman. Love her music.

@Genesis2091

I cannot stop listening to this! lol I've listened to it and sang to it at least 10 times today.

@pamelakang8675

You are the one of my favorite singer and I really like your song and your voice.

@Thoko21333

best vocalist of the world....perfect, i love her!

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