Life's A Gamble
R.K.L. Lyrics
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Gotta have a hand just to stay sane,
Why's it always seem I lose my turn?
Well, the game's gotten old and my brain is sore,
I still role the dice, but I can't keep score,
Still just a pawn, I await my crown.
My life lies on an old chess board,
I hide in the corners to avoid the storms,
I know some day when the tables turn,
I'll jump ahead and you'll be burnt.
All I ask is just a chance.
Gamble with life everyday,
Time doesn't matter anyway.
You can say that I'm so lost,
But you're just the one who sits home and rots!
I'm gonna have me some fun!
I won't stop 'till I'm done.
I won't sit home all locked up.
I'm gonna go out an get things done.
I'm not afraid to change my life.
I'm gonna do what's Right for me.
I'm gonna have me some fun!
I won't stop 'till I'm done.
I won't sit home all locked up.
I'm gonna go out an get things done.
I'm not afraid to change my life.
I'm gonna do what's Right For Me.
Gamble with life everyday,
Time doesn't matter anyway.
You can say that I'm so lost,
But you're just the one who sits home and rots!
But I'm gonna have me some fun!
Won't stop 'till I'm done.
I won't sit home all locked up.
I'm gonna go out an get things done.
I'm not afraid to change my life.
I'm gonna do what's Right For Me!
In "Life's A Gamble," R.K.L. explores the idea that life is a game that everyone must play, full of ups and downs and unexpected turns. He compares his life to a chess board, where he is just a pawn awaiting his opportunity to become king. He expresses frustration with feeling like he always loses his turn and that the game has become old and tired, causing his brain to become sore. Despite this, he continues to roll the dice and await his chance to win. Despite being just a pawn, he still believes that he has the chance to jump ahead and beat those who have underestimated him. This last thought gives him the confidence to pursue his dreams and have some fun while doing so. He refuses to sit at home and rot, and instead chooses to gamble with his life every day, understanding that time isn't guaranteed, and he wants to make every day count.
At its core, "Life's A Gamble" is a song about taking control of your life and not being afraid to put yourself out there. The lyrics can be interpreted as a call to action for those feeling stuck or unfulfilled in their lives, encouraging them to take risks and go after what they truly want. The idea that life is a game is not a new one, but R.K.L. adds his own unique spin with the chess board metaphor, where there is strategy and thought involved in every move.
Line by Line Meaning
Life's just a game that you have to play,
Life is an unpredictable challenge that everyone must face.
Gotta have a hand just to stay sane,
You need a plan to keep yourself mentally stable.
Why's it always seem I lose my turn?
It feels like life is not going your way.
Well, the game's gotten old and my brain is sore,
Life is becoming monotonous and overwhelming.
I still role the dice, but I can't keep score,
You keep taking chances, but can't keep track of the outcomes.
Still just a pawn, I await my crown.
You feel insignificant and hope for a better future.
My life lies on an old chess board,
Your life feels like it is part of a bigger game.
I hide in the corners to avoid the storms,
You try to avoid the problems and conflicts in life.
Maybe some day I might just win.
You hold onto hope for a better future.
I know some day when the tables turn,
You have faith that things will eventually get better.
I'll jump ahead and you'll be burnt.
You will succeed while others fail.
All I ask is just a chance.
You hope for an opportunity to improve your life.
Gamble with life everyday,
Life is full of risks and uncertainties.
Time doesn't matter anyway.
Time goes by whether you want it to or not.
You can say that I'm so lost,
Others may think you are misguided or confused.
But you're just the one who sits home and rots!
But they are not taking any chances to improve their situation.
I'm gonna have me some fun!
You are determined to enjoy life and take risks.
I won't stop 'till I'm done.
You won't give up until you achieve your goals.
I won't sit home all locked up.
You will not let fear hold you back.
I'm gonna go out an get things done.
You are motivated to take action and make progress.
I'm not afraid to change my life.
You are willing to take risks and make changes for the better.
I'm gonna do what's Right for me.
You will make choices that are best for your well-being.
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