Last Chance
guilty as charged Lyrics
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No one to blame ’cause it’s your fault
I should have told you twice
You’ve got a lot to say and still so much to pay
No one to save ’cause it’s your choice
Last chance... you’re playing with your life
It’s your life! It’s your life!
Won’t you run into the light? Won’t you run?
Won’t you run into the light?
You never walked away, you chose the easy way
No one to talk to, it’s your fault
You should have had it all
I guarantee, what you see is what you get
No one to trust ’cause it’s your choice
Why do you keep living in this shit?
It’s your choice! It’s your choice!
Won’t you run into the light? Won’t you run?
Won’t you run into the light?
Asking forgiveness for your mistakes
Choosing the path that no longer waits
Longing for freedom, the choise is yours
Nothing to fear ’cause you’re not alone
Won’t you run into the light? Won’t you run?
Won’t you run into the light? Run!
Won’t you run? Won’t you run?
The lyrics of "Last Chance" by Guilty as Charged convey a message of self-accountability and taking responsibility for one's actions. The first verse suggests that the subject has not been safe with others, perhaps not taking good advice or direction. The singer notes that they told the subject twice, indicating a prior warning that was ignored. The subject talks a lot but has not followed through on action, and now has to pay the consequences. The line "Last chance... you're playing with your life" is a warning that this is the final opportunity to make a change and avoid total destruction.
The second verse continues to put the blame on the subject, stating that they did not want to work hard or make effort. They had opportunities to succeed but did not take them. Despite the clear warning signs, they have chosen to continue down this path. The line "Why do you keep living in this shit?" suggests that the singer is frustrated and sees the subject's choices as a waste of time and life.
The chorus repeats the plea for the subject to run towards the light and make a change. The message of the song is that it is never too late to turn things around, but it requires taking a hard look in the mirror and making difficult choices.
Line by Line Meaning
It’s all in vain, all the ways to keep you safe with us
Trying to protect you was pointless
No one to blame ’cause it’s your fault
You are responsible for your own problems
I should have told you twice
I wish I had warned you more clearly
You’ve got a lot to say and still so much to pay
You talk too much and have many consequences to face
No one to save ’cause it’s your choice
You are responsible for saving yourself
Last chance... you’re playing with your life
This is your final opportunity to make the right choices
It’s your life! It’s your life!
Only you have control over your own life
Won’t you run into the light? Won’t you run?
Why don't you choose the better path?
You never walked away, you chose the easy way
You avoid facing challenges by taking the easy way out
No one to talk to, it’s your fault
You are responsible for your own isolation
You should have had it all
You had the potential to achieve more
I guarantee, what you see is what you get
There are no surprises in store for you
No one to trust ’cause it’s your choice
You can only blame yourself for not trusting anyone
Why do you keep living in this shit?
You should not tolerate your current undesirable situation
It’s your choice! It’s your choice!
You are responsible for your own choices
Asking forgiveness for your mistakes
You regret the things you have done which hurt others
Choosing the path that no longer waits
You have decided to pursue a path that you should not have delayed on
Longing for freedom, the choice is yours
You seek independence, and it is up to you to take the necessary actions
Nothing to fear ’cause you’re not alone
You should not be afraid to make the changes you need to make
Won’t you run into the light? Won’t you run?
Take a leap of faith and choose the brighter option
Won’t you run into the light? Run!
Take action and pursue the better path
Won’t you run? Won’t you run?
Can't you see the better path is right in front of you?
Contributed by Cooper A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.