Take it As It Comes
Winwood Steve Lyrics
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Gotta take it as it comes
Just an actor waiting for a new play
Gotta take it as it comes
Ask me to dance, I will dance for you
Ask me to sing, you see what I do
If you feel sad, I'll make jokes for you
If you suffer from a broken heart
Gotta take it as it comes
If your lover tears your world all apart
Gotta take it as it comes
I've played a king and a down and out fool
Some like it hot and some like it cool
Do what they want, but don't be their tool
Savor the throne but don't mind the stool
Carry on, carry on, carry on
If they go too far, that's the way things are
Though it may hurt some, take it as it comes, oh
We're all skating on the thinnest of ice
Gotta take it as it comes
In a world that isn't so very nice
Gotta take it as it comes
Any day now the curtain may fall
All the plays end, there's no curtain call
If you live sad, or it you walk tall
We're written on wind that's a long haul
Carry on, carry on, carry on
If they go too far, that's the way things are
Though your mind gets numb, take it as it comes
The lyrics of Steve Winwood's "Take It as It Comes" are about accepting and persevering through life's ups and downs. The song opens with the line "Raise the window on another day, gotta take it as it comes," signaling the idea of waking up to a new day, not knowing what to expect but being prepared to face whatever comes your way. The song uses acting as a metaphor for life, as the singer describes himself as "just an actor waiting for a new play," and has played roles as a king and a down and out fool, indicating that life can be unpredictable and can take us through different experiences or roles.
The chorus of "Take It as It Comes" urges listeners to keep moving forward despite the challenges they may face. The lyrics "Carry on, carry on, carry on / If they go too far, that's the way things are / Though your mind gets numb, take it as it comes" emphasize that we need to persist even when it feels overwhelming or difficult. The song also acknowledges the fragility of life, with the line "We're all skating on the thinnest of ice," and highlights the importance of accepting what life gives us, whether it's good or bad.
"Take It as It Comes" is a song about resilience and accepting the uncertainties of life. It encourages listeners to remain resilient in the face of adversity while also acknowledging that life is unpredictable. The song also advocates for the importance of being present in the moment and embracing life's highs and lows.
Line by Line Meaning
Raise the window on another day
Starting a new day and accepting whatever it may bring
Gotta take it as it comes
Accepting and dealing with things as they come
Just an actor waiting for a new play
Living life and waiting for new experiences
Ask me to dance, I will dance for you
Willing to do whatever it takes to make others happy
Ask me to sing, you see what I do
Willing to express oneself and share talents
If you feel sad, I'll make jokes for you
Trying to comfort and bring joy to others
I'm a handyman, I'm still coming through
Able to handle challenges and keep moving forward
If you suffer from a broken heart
Dealing with heartbreak
If your lover tears your world all apart
Dealing with loss and heartache caused by a significant other
I've played a king and a down and out fool
Experiencing different roles and situations in life
Some like it hot and some like it cool
Different people have different preferences and desires
Do what they want, but don't be their tool
Not allowing others to control or manipulate oneself
Savor the throne but don't mind the stool
Enjoying life's successes while also being humble
If they go too far, that's the way things are
Accepting that some things are out of one's control
Though it may hurt some, take it as it comes, oh
Despite the pain, accepting and dealing with what comes
We're all skating on the thinnest of ice
Life is uncertain and unpredictable
In a world that isn't so very nice
Living in a world that can be harsh and unforgiving
Any day now the curtain may fall
Life is finite and can end at any moment
All the plays end, there's no curtain call
Life has an end and there are no second chances
If you live sad, or it you walk tall
Living life and accepting one's circumstances, whether good or bad
We're written on wind that's a long haul
Life is fleeting and constantly changing
Though your mind gets numb, take it as it comes
Even in difficult times, accepting and dealing with what comes
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: STEVE WINWOOD, WILL JENNINGS
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