The "T" in T-Pain stands for Tallahassee, and the 'Pain' means the pain trying to get out of Tallahassee. T-Pain has had over 10 top ten singles on Billboard Hot 100, and in 2008 he won a Grammy with rapper Kanye West for the single "Good Life".
Second Chance
T-Pain Lyrics
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Will you catch me for a minute
Will you love me for a second chance
I been hurting bad for a minute
If I let go for a second
Will you catch me for a minute
Will you love me for a second chance
I been hurting bad for a minute
What will it take I’m confused
I cry like oceans light blue
They flow but this ain’t no cruise
Heartbreak hard days you're my muse
I think I lit my own fuse
I’m sorry I never meant to hurt you
If I let go for a second
Will you catch me for a minute
Will you love me for a second chance
I been hurting bad for a minute
If I let go for a second
Will you catch me for a minute
Will you love me for a second chance
I been hurting bad for a minute
I knew something was up
My Heart was hurting it was lurching while I searched for your love
I was stuck in a rut
Yeah, yeah I was stuck in a rut
You say you love me but I’m feeling like you hate me inside
I feel lonely I feel empty I feel vacant inside
With all the sorrow and the pain, I put the hate to the side
I still want you I still love you put your face against mine
If I let go for a second
Will you catch me for a minute (minute)
Will you love me for a second chance (second chances)
I been hurting bad for a minute (minute)
If I let go for a second
Will you catch me for a minute(minute)
Will you love me for a second chance (second chances)
I been hurting bad for a minute (minute)
T-Pain's "Second Chance" explores the theme of love and forgiveness. The lyrics reflect the pain of a broken relationship and the desire for a second chance. The artist asks the love interest if they will be there for him if he lets go for a moment and will they love him again for a second chance. The emotional tone of the lyrics conveys the desperation of the artist, who is caught up in his feelings of hurt and confusion.
The lyrics further suggest that the artist is regretful of his actions that led to the breakup, and he's looking for a way to make amends. He’s apologizing for his mistake and asking for forgiveness in the hope of getting another chance at love. He acknowledges the pain he has caused and his inability to cope with it, and he's asking for support from the love interest.
In summary, "Second Chance" is a poignant expression of love and regret, reflecting the pain of a broken heart and the yearning for another opportunity at love.
Line by Line Meaning
If I let go for a second
Asking if the other person will be there to catch him if he momentarily lets his guard down
Will you catch me for a minute
Requesting the other person to be there for just a moment to offer support
Will you love me for a second chance
Asking the other person if they are willing to give their love another try
I been hurting bad for a minute
Admitting to suffering for quite some time
My heart it aches is yours moved
Wondering if the other person's heart is also affected by their situation
What will it take I’m confused
Expressing confusion regarding what it will take to fix the relationship
I cry like oceans light blue
Describing the intensity of his emotional pain
They flow but this ain’t no cruise
Acknowledging that his emotional pain is real and not just a passing phase
Heartbreak hard days you're my muse
Acknowledging that his heartbreak has inspired his artistic expression
I think I lit my own fuse
Taking responsibility for his part in the relationship troubles
I’m sorry I never meant to hurt you
Apologizing for any pain he may have caused
I knew something was up
Admitting to having suspicions about the state of the relationship
My Heart was hurting it was lurching while I searched for your love
Describing the emotional turmoil he experienced while trying to save the relationship
I was stuck in a rut
Feeling helpless and unable to move forward from the relationship problems
You say you love me but I’m feeling like you hate me inside
Expressing doubts about the sincerity of the other person's feelings
I feel lonely I feel empty I feel vacant inside
Describing the emotional emptiness he feels after losing the other person's love
With all the sorrow and the pain, I put the hate to the side
Deciding to let go of negative feelings and focus on the positive aspects of the relationship
I still want you I still love you put your face against mine
Reaffirming his desire and love for the other person
Will you catch me for a minute (minute)
Repeating the request for the other person to be there for just a brief moment
Will you love me for a second chance (second chances)
Reiterating his desire for another chance at love
I been hurting bad for a minute (minute)
Repeating the admission of long-term emotional pain
If I let go for a second
Concluding the song by repeating the initial request for support
Will you catch me for a minute(minute)
Ending the song with a final plea for someone to be there during moments of vulnerability
I been hurting bad for a minute (minute)
Repeating the acknowledgement of long-standing emotional pain
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid, ACM RECORDS INC
Written by: Nicholas Davis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@hidin433
[Verse 1]
Ive been a man ever since i can remember
I never been a big fan of December
The nights get cold
Nobody there to take care of me
Nobody there to tell me that they love me
And nobody knows
But we were born and raised in the days where you couldn't even pay to get away from the pain
And that's where we live, all day
And now we get paid to be slaves of our very own grave and i say it every goddamn day: that's no way to live
[Chorus]
I've been called the murderer, killer
I've just played with the hand that they deal us
I've been called a loser, an outlaw
Shut down in my very own backyard
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
Don't back down, don't back down, not now, not never
[Verse 2]
What's your agenda, i never claimed that I wasn't a sinner
Bless my soul
I've been down for too many days
I might drown in all these haters out of control
We were born and raised in the days where you couldn't even pay to get away from the pain
And that's where we live, permanently
And now we get paid to be slaves of our very own grave and i say it every goddamn day: that's no way to live
No, not for me
[Chorus]
I've been called the murderer, killer
I've just played with the hand that they deal us
I've been called a loser, an outlaw
Shut down in my very own backyard
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
Don't back down, don't back down, not now, not never
[Bridge]
Who better to fix you other than you? ooh
You know exactly what you want, you know exactly what you gotta do
You just gotta do it, do it
You just gotta do it, do it
[Chorus]
I've been called the murderer, killer
I've just played with the hand that they deal us
I've been called a loser, an outlaw
Shut down in my very own backyard
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
Don't back down, don't back down, not now, not never
@TheTeknicalMixes
- Lyrics -
[Verse 1]
I've been a man ever since I can remember
I've never been a big fan of December
The nights get cold
Nobody there to take care of me
Nobody there to tell me that they love me
And nobody knows
[Pre-Chorus 1]
But we were born and raised in the days
Where you couldn't even pay to get away from the pain
And that's where we live, all day
And now we get paid to be slaves of our very own grave
And I say it every goddamn day, "That's no way to live"
[Chorus]
I've been called the murderer, killer
I've just played with the hand that they deal us
I've been called a loser, an outlaw
Shut down in my very own backyard
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
Don't back down, don't back down, not now, not never
[Verse 2]
What's your agenda, I never claimed that I wasn't a sinner
Bless my soul
I've been down for too many days
I might drown in all these haters out of control
[Pre-Chorus 2]
But we were born and raised in the days
Where you couldn't even pay to get away from the pain
And that's where we live, permanently
And now we get paid to be slaves of our very own grave
And I say it every goddamn day, "That's no way to live"
No, not for me
[Chorus]
I've been called the murderer, killer
I've just played with the hand that they deal us
I've been called a loser, an outlaw
Shut down in my very own backyard
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
Don't back down, don't back down, not now, not never
[Bridge]
Who better to fix you other than you? ooh
You know exactly what you want, you know exactly what you gotta do
You just gotta do it, do it
You just gotta do it, do it
[Chorus]
I've been called the murderer, killer
I've just played with the hand that they deal us
I've been called a loser, an outlaw
Shut down in my very own backyard
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
Don't back down, don't back down, not now, not never
@pokecrorssing101
[Verse 1]
I've been a man ever since I can remember
I've never been a big fan of December
The nights get cold
Nobody there to take care of me
Nobody there to tell me that they love me
And nobody knows
[Pre-Chorus 1]
But we were born and raised in the days
Where you couldn't even pay to get away from the pain
And that's where we live, all day
And now we get paid to be slaves of our very own grave
And I say it every goddamn day, "That's no way to live"
[Chorus]
I've been called the murderer, killer
I've just played with the hand that they deal us
I've been called a loser, an outlaw
Shut down in my very own backyard
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
Don't back down, don't back down, not now, not never
[Verse 2]
What's your agenda, I never claimed that I wasn't a sinner
Bless my soul
I've been down for too many days
I might drown in all these haters out of control
[Pre-Chorus 2]
We were born and raised in the days
Where you couldn't even pay to get away from the pain
And that's where we live, permanently
And now we get paid to be slaves of our very own grave
And I say it every goddamn day, "That's no way to live"
No, not for me
[Chorus]
I've been called the murderer, killer
I've just played with the hand that they deal us
I've been called a loser, an outlaw
Shut down in my very own backyard
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
Don't back down, don't back down, not now, not never
[Bridge]
Who better to fix you other than you? ooh
You know exactly what you want, you know exactly what you gotta do
You just gotta do it, do it
You just gotta do it, do it
[Chorus]
I've been called the murderer, killer
I've just played with the hand that they deal us
I've been called a loser, an outlaw
Shut down in my very own backyard
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
In this crazy world, we all deserve a second chance
Don't back down, don't back down, not now, not never
@KajaliGumbs
This is why I ride for this man. I always knew he was more than the autotune. It's served it's purpose and now he's here for his second chance to show you guys just how incredible he is...this series is straight heat! 👌🏽👏🏽
@andriajackson7673
Coming from where I've been and what I've been through, this song speaks to my SOUL. I'm in tears in the very best way possible. Thank you Pain. Inspirational to my marrow. God bless you. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤❤❤
@kourtneymurphy8473
I never had to repeat a song like this one. But I play it over and over. This is the best song on this album hands down.
@viniciusalves8890
T-Pain, você é foda !!!! From Brazil!! ❤
@Fitness_league
Bro I’ll never stop playing this song
@Christopher-bx1rp
I couldn't stop playing this song
@koYyn
@Christopher Williams been listen to this music since i can remember ....
@niaaahhh9084
Best song on the album...Hands down #legend
@Eternallypissed25
I was kind of let down by the album but this song is great
@Banksaibeauty
Lyfeanmusiq Yeah same but it was this song and 'She needed me' that I loved