In September of 2005, the band sent in a demo recording of "This Apartment" to be on a compilation put out by TDR Records. After being contacted by the label, talking back and forth, signed a record deal! Look for The Prize Fight CDEP to be released mid-winter 2006 on TDR Records.
Now or Never
The Prize Fight Lyrics
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She's waiting for you to tell her how you feel.
All you need is a signal before you put yourself at risk to fail.
Draw breath in real slow.
Here's your only chance, so please don't choke!
And if it's now or never then collect your thoughts.
It's time to make your move.
What are you waiting for?
There's only one way for you to know for sure,
But you're breathing harder than you ever have before.
This situation begs to tear at your heart,
But the ball's in your court.
So what are you waiting for?
There's a weight on my shoulders.
It's pulling at my body, bringing me down.
And then you look out the window,
But the comfort you seek is nowhere to be found.
We're sitting so close.
I can sense that she's still wanting more.
And in the first light of morning,
Would I wake and have the right to say
"I'm giving it all I have.
I'm pretty sure that's got to count for something.
So, ready or not, here I go!"?
There's only one way for you to know for sure,
But you're breathing harder than you ever have before.
This situation begs to tear at your heart,
But the ball's in your court.
So what are you waiting for?
It's not what you say that matters the most,
As long as she knows you care.
Throw out your pickup lines and be sincere.
You know you're running out of time.
The perfect moment exists to pass you by.
It's the sickest kind of joke in mind.
It only exists to haunt you if you're sharp.
It's a matter of treason.
My mind has now left my mouth to fend for itself.
Going through all the motions,
Anything to keep her signing out.
We're sitting so close.
I can sense that she's still wanting more.
If all I do is sit here,
I'm missing out on what could be the best relationship I've had.
And at this time there's nothing more important than saying this.
I guess I'm giving it all I have.
I'm pretty sure that's got to count for something...
That's got to count for something in the end.
Oh!
And no one leaves 'til I get this off my chest.
What are you waiting for?
There's only one way for you to know for sure,
But you're breathing harder than you ever have before.
This situation begs to tear at your heart,
But the ball's in your court.
So what are you waiting for?
If it's now or never,
Then what are you waiting for?
The Prize Fight's song "Now or Never" captures the tension and anxiety of confessing one's feelings to someone they care about. The lyrics encourage listeners to seize the moment and take a risk by being vulnerable and honest with their emotions. The song's opening lines "Put yourself in the moment/ She's waiting for you to tell her how you feel" suggest that the object of the singer's affection is waiting for a clear signal before pursuing a relationship. The chorus reinforces this urgency by asking "What are you waiting for?" and reminding the listener that time is running out.
The bridge of the song reflects on the physical and emotional weight that comes with indecision and hesitation. The singer describes a sense of isolation and a desperate search for comfort that cannot be found. However, the final verse shifts the focus from the singer's internal struggle to the person they are trying to connect with. The lyrics encourage sincerity and authenticity over rehearsed pick-up lines or calculated strategies. The final lines are a call to action, with the singer proclaiming "no one leaves 'til I get this off my chest" and pushing towards a resolution.
Overall, "Now or Never" is a relatable and encouraging anthem for anyone navigating the complexities of love and relationships. It acknowledges the fear and uncertainty that come with opening oneself up to another person while urging listeners to take the risk and "give it all" they have.
Line by Line Meaning
Put yourself in the moment:
Focus on the present and the opportunity in front of you.
She's waiting for you to tell her how you feel.
Take the chance to express your emotions and be honest with her.
All you need is a signal before you put yourself at risk to fail.
Look for any indication that she feels the same way before taking a risk and confessing your feelings.
Draw breath in real slow.
Take a moment to compose yourself and calm your nerves.
Here's your only chance, so please don't choke!
This is your one opportunity, so do not let your nerves and fears hold you back.
And if it's now or never then collect your thoughts.
If you want to pursue a relationship with her, do not wait any longer and gather your thoughts and emotions.
It's time to make your move.
Take action and express your feelings to her, as the opportunity may not come again.
What are you waiting for?
Take the initiative and pursue a relationship with her before it is too late.
There's only one way for you to know for sure,
The only way to find out if she feels the same way is to take a chance and confess your feelings.
But you're breathing harder than you ever have before.
You may feel nervous and overwhelmed, but you must overcome these feelings to take the opportunity.
This situation begs to tear at your heart,
The potential rejection and heartbreak may be difficult to face, but it is worth the risk to pursue a relationship with her.
But the ball's in your court.
The decision to take action and pursue a relationship is yours to make.
It's not what you say that matters the most,
It is more important to be genuine and sincere in expressing your feelings rather than relying on pick-up lines or false words.
As long as she knows you care.
Showing her that you genuinely care about her is the most important aspect of expressing your feelings.
You know you're running out of time.
The opportunity to pursue a relationship with her may not last forever, so act quickly.
The perfect moment exists to pass you by.
There may never be a perfect moment to express your feelings, so do not wait for it to come.
It's the sickest kind of joke in mind.
The irony of waiting for the perfect moment when it may never come is a cruel reality.
It only exists to haunt you if you're sharp.
If you are aware of the fleeting nature of perfect moments, it will only make you more anxious to seize the opportunity.
There's a weight on my shoulders.
The pressure of confessing his feelings and pursuing a relationship is weighing heavily on him.
It's pulling at my body, bringing me down.
The weight of his emotions is affecting him physically and emotionally.
And then you look out the window,
Looking for comfort or reassurance, but not finding any solace.
But the comfort you seek is nowhere to be found.
Unable to find peace or comfort in the situation, he must face his emotions and take action.
We're sitting so close.
The close physical proximity reflects the emotional closeness between him and the person he is pursuing.
I can sense that she's still wanting more.
He feels that there is potential for a deeper connection and relationship with her.
And in the first light of morning,
Reflecting on the situation and his feelings during a moment of clarity in the morning.
Would I wake and have the right to say
Wondering if he will regret not taking the opportunity to pursue a relationship with her.
"I'm giving it all I have.
Feeling as though he has exhausted all of his efforts and emotions in pursuing a relationship with her.
I'm pretty sure that's got to count for something.
Believing that his sincerity and effort should have value and meaning in the situation.
So, ready or not, here I go!"
He is ready to take the risk and confess his feelings to her, regardless of the outcome.
And no one leaves 'til I get this off my chest.
He is resolved to express his feelings and address the situation before anyone leaves.
If it's now or never,
The opportunity to pursue a relationship with her may not come again.
Then what are you waiting for?
Do not let fear or hesitation prevent you from expressing your feelings and pursuing a relationship.
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Matt Borseth
this is really awesome! wish i would have found this years ago
Dave Budness
I miss this group, and would love to know what they are doing now.
Eli Agloro
Never knew there was a vanilla version of this song. I like both but i like the energy in this one more
Dave Budness
This is the produced version I believe, sounds cleaned up.
Solace in Shelling
THIS version is sooo much better than the EMO version. Bob's vocals, the horns and the general "pop punk-ness" of this version make it stand out.
Dave Budness
All of there tunes rule minus their last disc.
Cartesian Brewing
@Dave Budness I think The Process EP is some solid emo. It has a commercialized sound without being overly commercial
Cartesian Brewing
I've got to say, first time hearing this in 2020 - I prefer the emo version. It's way more polished and emotional. The guitar riffs and structure of the 2006 version are much catchier.
Dave Budness
@Cartesian Brewing really now? Shocking! That's by far my least fav disc from them. I just can't get past that CD at all