Dance Thumbkin Dance
The C.R.S. Players Lyrics
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The dance we shared beneath the stars above
For a moment all the world was right
How could I have known you'd ever say goodbye
And now I'm glad I didn't know
The way it all would end the way it all would go
Our lives are better left to chance I could have missed the pain
But I'd have to miss the dance
For a moment wasn't I the king
But if I'd only known how the king would fall
Hey who's to say you know I might have changed it all
And now I'm glad I didn't know
The way it all would end the way it all would go
Our lives are better left to chance I could have missed the pain
But I'd of had to miss the dance
Yes my life is better left to chance
I could have missed the pain but I'd of had to miss the dance
The C.R.S. Players' song "Dance Thumbkin Dance" is a reflective tune that dwells on the memory of a past dance beneath a starry sky. The song's protagonist reminisces about the moment and how it made everything feel right, though he couldn't have foreseen the unexpected goodbye that would soon follow. In the chorus, he reveals that despite the pain and heartbreak that the entire experience brought, he wouldn't have wanted to miss the dance or the joy it brought him.
The song's message is clear; life is unpredictable, but we should embrace the moments that bring us joy, even though the future is uncertain. The singer's realization that he would have still gone through with the dance despite the pain that comes with heartbreak is relatable and emphasizes the importance of living life to the fullest, enjoying each moment without worrying about the future.
Overall, "Dance Thumbkin Dance" is a bittersweet meditation on life's uncertainties that encourages the listener to appreciate the small moments and to cherish them fully. The song's soothing melody and poignant lyrics make it a moving composition that touches on the raw emotions experienced during heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
Looking back on the memory of
Reflecting on past experiences
The dance we shared beneath the stars above
Remembering a special moment when we danced under the stars
For a moment all the world was right
Feeling a sense of contentment and happiness for a brief moment
How could I have known you'd ever say goodbye
Expressing regret at not knowing that the relationship would eventually end
And now I'm glad I didn't know
Realizing that not knowing the outcome of the relationship was for the better
The way it all would end the way it all would go
Acknowledging that the future is unpredictable
Our lives are better left to chance I could have missed the pain
Believing that taking risks and not knowing the future can be beneficial, even if it means experiencing pain
But I'd have to miss the dance
Not wanting to miss out on the positive experiences, even if it means also experiencing negative ones
Holding you I held everything
Feeling complete and whole when holding someone special
For a moment wasn't I the king
Feeling powerful and in control of the situation for a brief moment
But if I'd only known how the king would fall
Regretting not knowing the eventual downfall of the relationship
Hey who's to say you know I might have changed it all
Wondering if knowing the future would have led to different actions and outcomes
Yes my life is better left to chance
Affirming that not knowing the future is preferable
I could have missed the pain but I'd of had to miss the dance
Reiterating the belief that positive experiences are worth the potential pain
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Tony Arata
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