Risk Lyrics – Gracie Abrams

[Verse 1]
In the first verse, Abrams sets the stage by addressing her apprehension about pursuing someone who recently became available. She acknowledges the fear of rejection but is intrigued enough to take a chance. The imagery of staring at the person's mouth while they talk highlights her fascination and desire to know them better.

[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus captures the sleepless nights and the emotional turmoil of longing for someone who isn't present. The absence of the person feels wrong, emphasizing the depth of her emotional investment and the anxiety it causes.

[Chorus]
In the chorus, Abrams expresses her surprise at how invested she is in this person she hasn't even met yet. She recognizes the potential for disappointment but decides to take the plunge regardless. The metaphor of jumping into the deep end and risking drowning illustrates her willingness to embrace vulnerability.

[Post-Chorus]
The post-chorus reinforces her decision to take the risk, adding a sense of determination and resolve to her emotional journey.

[Verse 2]
The second verse explores the tension between idealized fantasies and reality. Abrams imagines scenarios in which the person comes to her, unable to speak because of their emotions. She finds sweetness in these imagined moments, even though they might not be realistic.

[Pre-Chorus]
This pre-chorus repeats the theme of waking up in the middle of the night with a sense of loss because the person isn't there, highlighting the persistent emotional impact of her longing.

[Chorus]
The chorus is repeated, underscoring the central theme of emotional investment and the willingness to risk heartbreak for the possibility of love.

[Bridge]
In the bridge, Abrams acknowledges the fragility of her feelings, referring to the person as her "favorite mistake." She yearns for their presence and struggles with the intensity of her emotions, feeling it might be too soon to express love but unable to ignore her feelings.

[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus here reiterates her genuine desire for the relationship, admitting that she's not joking about her feelings, even though the intensity frustrates her.

[Chorus]
The chorus is repeated again, emphasizing the cyclical nature of her thoughts and the persistent theme of risk and emotional investment.

[Outro]
The outro encapsulates her final resolve to take the risk despite the fear of drowning in her emotions. She acknowledges it's too soon to say "I love you," but she's committed to embracing the uncertainty and possibility of the relationship.