Take Me Home
The Starlite Singers Lyrics
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Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
If you need me, let me know, gonna be around
If you've got no place to go, if you're feeling down
If you're all alone when the pretty birds have flown
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
If you put me to the test, if you let me try
Take a chance on me
(That's all I ask of you honey)
Take a chance on me
We can go dancing, we can go walking, as long as we're together
Listen to some music, maybe just talking, get to know you better
'Cos you know I've got
So much that I wanna do, when I dream I'm alone with you
It's magic
You want me to leave it there, afraid of a love affair
But I think you know
That I can't let go
If you change your mind, I'm the first in line
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
If you need me, let me know, gonna be around
If you've got no place to go, if you're feeling down
If you're all alone when the pretty birds have flown
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
Gonna do my very best and it ain't no lie
If you put me to the test, if you let me try
Take a chance on me
(Come on, give me a break will you?)
Take a chance on me
Oh you can take your time baby, I'm in no hurry, know I'm gonna get you
You don't wanna hurt me, baby don't worry, I ain't gonna let you
Let me tell you now
My love is strong enough to last when things are rough
It's magic
You say that I waste my time but I can't get you off my mind
No I can't let go
'Cos I love you so
If you change your mind, I'm the first in line
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
If you need me, let me know, gonna be around
If you've got no place to go, if you're feeling down
If you're all alone when the pretty birds have flown
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
Gonna do my very best, baby can't you see
Gotta put me to the test, take a chance on me
(Take a chance, take a chance, take a chance on me)
Ba ba ba ba baa, ba ba ba ba baa
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
Gonna do my very best, baby can't you see
Gotta put me to the test, take a chance on me
(Take a chance, take a chance, take a chance on me)
Ba ba ba ba baa, ba ba ba ba baa ba-ba
Honey I'm still free
Take a chance on me
The lyrics to "Take on Me" by The Starlite Singers are a plea from a potential love interest to the object of their affection to take a chance on them. The singer is communicating that if the person changes their mind, they will be the first in line for a relationship. They are still free and willing to take a chance on this person, and if they need them, the singer will be there. The singer promises to do their best and put in the effort required to make the relationship work. The chorus repeats the plea, asking the person to take a chance on them.
The second verse describes all the things the singer would like to do with this person. They mention dancing, walking, and listening to music together. They say they want to get to know the person better and that they have a lot they would like to do when they dream about being alone with them. The bridge of the song is a reassurance to the person that the singer's love is strong enough to last, even through tough times. The singer addresses the object of their affection's fears about a potential love affair and states that they cannot let go of their feelings.
In summary, the song is about someone who is interested in another person and is hoping that they will take a chance on a relationship. The singer is making a sincere effort to convince the other person to trust them, promising to do their best and to be supportive if they need them.
Line by Line Meaning
If you change your mind, I'm the first in line
If you decide to give our relationship another shot, I will be here waiting for you.
Honey I'm still free
I am available and willing to commit to a relationship with you.
Take a chance on me
Give me a chance to show you that I am the one you should be with.
If you need me, let me know, gonna be around
If you need me, I will always make myself available to you.
If you've got no place to go, if you're feeling down
If you ever feel lost or sad, know that I am here to support you.
If you're all alone when the pretty birds have flown
If you feel lonely and abandoned by others, know that I will always be here for you.
Gonna do my very best and it ain't no lie
I promise to give our relationship my all, and I am not being dishonest.
If you put me to the test, if you let me try
If you give me a chance to prove myself, I am ready and willing to give it my all.
Come on, give me a break will you?
Don't be so quick to dismiss our potential - give me a chance to prove myself.
We can go dancing, we can go walking, as long as we're together
There are so many wonderful things we can do together, as long as we are a couple.
Listen to some music, maybe just talking, get to know you better
We can share experiences and deepen our connection through conversations and shared interests.
It's magic
Our relationship has a special, unexplainable quality to it.
You say that I waste my time but I can't get you off my mind
Others may doubt our connection, but I cannot stop thinking about you.
No I can't let go
I am so invested in our relationship that I cannot imagine walking away from it.
Gotta put me to the test, take a chance on me
Give me an opportunity to show you what I am really capable of - take a chance on our relationship.
Ba ba ba ba baa, ba ba ba ba baa
These lines are simply musical filler, and do not carry a specific meaning.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
EmilyAnne Mccord
The Danoffs were amazing. They wrote this song. Denver was amazing but the Danoffs still great writers and performers who were under recognized.
John Jarou
really doesn't get any better than this.
multicaruana
How many of us knew, back in the day ,that the creator of the Starland Vocal Band , Bill Danoff, wrote this incredible song. And let's not forget his wife, Taffy and her wonderful harmonies. They were-are both awesome, as is the late John Denver, of course.
JSD
Bill and Taffy wrote it. Her voice MADE it
Maxwell World Wide Historical Films
MASTERFUL PERFORMANCE!!!!
ThatHAWAIIANdude
I saw this when I was in jr High and had a crush on Taffy. What I always remembered from this show was her on the Bass. (We call it a “pakini” here in Hawaii). And thought it was funny then. And, hilarious now😃
The MIDNIGHT SPECIAL performance that STARLAND VOCAL did is one of my favs. Taffy was so cute with the little things she was doing right from the start. 😊
And, there’s a little kick (or hop) that gets me every time I watch it. She has aged very gracefully. 🤙🏾
anna marcaletti
BEAUTIFUL SONG LOVE AND MISS JOHN DENVER ❣️
Wolf in the Suit
Best show ever John Denver shiney as usual
Patricia Stewart
I was on stage with Bill and Taffy at the world's fair. My parents and sister were friends with them. Taffy used to brush my curly assed hair
Maggie Leonard
I love this one