Place Your Bets
Ryan McMahon Lyrics
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But it seems like a bang-up place to be
I remember I forget then I do it again
Come into the next phase with me
Because some days are long
And I don't know what's coming next
And something tells me
The car's in the driveway let's go
The rain in your hair will dry
I'm thin and I'm accident-prone
But that's what you want from your guy
'Cause I want to be there when you see it
And all of the things that are without limits
Don't stop this 'cause I like it
Don't stop this
Good morning it's late and you're sleeping
Shake out the dust from your eyes
I'm not at my best but you can keep me instead
Of discarding me time after time
In "Place Your Bets" by Ryan McMahon, the singer seems to be stuck in a cycle of forgetfulness and repetition, but he's okay with that because he's with someone he wants to be with. The line "I remember I forget then I do it again" speaks to his tendency to fall into patterns, but he's inviting his partner to come with him into the next phase. The chorus suggests that there's uncertainty in life, but there's also the possibility of winning or succeeding if you take a risk and place your bets.
The second verse shifts to a more romantic focus, with the singer wanting to be with his partner to share in all the limitless experiences that life has to offer. He's not the perfect guy, but he wants to be there for her. The final stanza seems to be an appeal to his partner not to give up on him, despite his flaws. Overall, the song speaks to the importance of finding someone who accepts you as you are, even if you have imperfections or flaws.
Line by Line Meaning
Good morning I'm still going nowhere
I'm stuck in the same place, with no clear direction or purpose.
But it seems like a bang-up place to be
Despite my lack of progress, I'm content with where I am and how I'm living my life.
I remember I forget then I do it again
I am prone to repeating the same mistakes, even though I know better and try to remember the past.
Come into the next phase with me
Let's move forward together, into the next stage of life or our relationship.
Because some days are long
Sometimes life feels difficult and never-ending.
And I don't know what's coming next
I am uncertain about the future and what it holds for me.
And something tells me
There is a vague feeling or intuition inside me.
That I might win so place your bets now
Despite the uncertainty, I have a hunch that things will work out well in the end, so take a chance on me or on life itself.
The car's in the driveway let's go
We have the means to leave and explore, so let's take advantage of it.
The rain in your hair will dry
Even if things get messy or uncomfortable, they will eventually improve or be resolved.
I'm thin and I'm accident-prone
I'm frail and prone to making mistakes or getting hurt.
But that's what you want from your guy
Despite my flaws, you still want me as your partner, faults and all.
'Cause I want to be there when you see it
I want to experience life's highlights and joys with you, as your partner and supporter.
And all of the things that are without limits
Together, we can achieve anything and explore all that the world has to offer.
Don't stop this 'cause I like it
Let's continue on this path, because I enjoy the journey and the excitement of the unknown.
Good morning it's late and you're sleeping
It's time to start a new day, but you're still lost in dreams and rest.
Shake out the dust from your eyes
Wake up and clear your mind, so that you can see clearly and start anew.
I'm not at my best but you can keep me instead
I am flawed and imperfect, but you still accept and want me in your life.
Of discarding me time after time
Instead of rejecting me over and over, you choose to keep me close, despite my shortcomings.
Contributed by Lillian K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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