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Rigby Lyrics


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All I need is one song one line
all I need is one break to survive
All I get is one chance, so come on
Five more hours to come up with a song

the pressure is rising, no more mistakes
don't try to deny it, don't you hesitate
those voices are calling, calling out your name
but don't look so sad, it's a long way back

Don't try to chance it
A long way back, and a long way ahead

All I need is one song one line
all I need is one break to survive
All I get is one chance, so come on
Five more hours to come up with a song

those voices are calling, calling out your name
but don't look so sad, it's a long way back

Don't try to chance it
A long way back, and a long way ahead

All I need is one song one line
all I need is one break to survive
All I get is one chance, so come on
Five more hours to come up with a song

All I need is one song one line
all I need is one break to survive
All I get is one chance, so come on
Five more hours to come up with a song

to come up with a song

All I need is one song one line
all I need is one break to survive
All I get is one chance, so come on
Five more hours to come up with a song





to come up with a song

Overall Meaning

The song is about the pressure and struggle of being a musician, and the urgency of needing to come up with just one good song. Rigby sings about how all he needs is one song, one line, one break to survive. There's a sense of desperation as he mentions the pressure rising and having just five more hours to come up with a song. The chorus repeats the same lines over and over again, emphasizing just how important this one song is for him to keep going.


The verses speak to the anxiety and self-doubt that come with trying to create something out of nothing. The voices calling out his name could be interpreted as Rigby's own inner critic, or external pressures from the industry or fans. But despite these challenges, Rigby encourages himself to keep pushing forward and not to give up. The song ends with him still in the process of coming up with a song, an open-ended conclusion that suggests the struggle is ongoing.


Line by Line Meaning

All I need is one song one line
Rigby believes that all he needs is a single song with a memorable melody or lyric that will resonate with listeners.


all I need is one break to survive
Rigby recognizes that one lucky opportunity is all it takes to become a successful musician and make a living from his craft.


All I get is one chance, so come on
With limited opportunities to make his mark, Rigby feels the pressure to give his all and make the most of every chance that comes his way.


Five more hours to come up with a song
Time is running out for Rigby to create something meaningful and memorable that will capture the attention of his audience.


the pressure is rising, no more mistakes
With the clock ticking and the stakes high, Rigby knows that he cannot afford to make any errors or leave any room for error in his work.


don't try to deny it, don't you hesitate
Rigby acknowledges the challenges he faces but urges himself to press on and not give up hope.


those voices are calling, calling out your name
Rigby hears the voices of his fans and supporters urging him to succeed and create work that resonates with them.


but don't look so sad, it's a long way back
Rigby cautions against despair or disappointment, reminding himself that there is always an opportunity to try again or start over if things do not go as planned.


Don't try to chance it
Rigby advises himself not to rely on luck or chance as he creates his art, but to work hard and make his own opportunities.


A long way back, and a long way ahead
Rigby recognizes the distance he has come in his music career and the long road that remains ahead of him.


to come up with a song
Rigby's focus and motivation throughout the song is to create a piece of music that will connect with his audience and propel his career forward.




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Michael Sporen

Great song!

Jolanda Tielemans

Dit blijft echt een van mijn favoriete nummers allertijden :) En vooral... doet dit me denken aan serious request...

Marloes Gabeler

love this song

tvdm00

Goeie shit gasten, keep up the good work!

helen janssen

Geweldig nummer!!!!

maurice schulten

mooi nummertje heerlijk om te luisteren :)

jagga 10

Beste band van NL, ze worden gr00ts. Fuckin nice!

Sneepje

Men, dit is echt zoooooooo'n mooi liedje!! Wauw ook met die piano enzo, echt tof!!

N E M O N E M I N I S

Het beste sinds tijden van Nederlandse bodem!!! Rigby RULES!!!

xTamsel

Geweldig dat er beelden van Beatstad bij zitten! (L) Mooie clip! <33

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