Risk Lyrics – Gracie Abrams

[Verse 1]
Look at me now
Said I wouldn’t do it, but I hunted you down
Know you had a girl, but it didn’t work out
Know you bought a house, but you had to move out, and
I’m not proud
Guess I’m just scared of you shooting it down
You can just talk, and I’ll stare at your mouth
You could be bad, but I wanna find out, and

[Pre-Chorus]
And I wake up in the middle of the night
With the light on, and I feel like I could die
‘Cause you’re not here, and it don’t feel right
‘Cause you’re not here

[Chorus]
God, I’m actually invested
Haven’t even met him
Watch this be the wrong thing, classic
God, I’m jumping in the deep end
It’s more fun to swim in
Heard the risk is drowning, but I’m gonna take it

[Post-Chorus]
I’m gonna take it
Oh-oh, oh, woah-oh

[Verse 2]
Isn’t it fun thinking I’m right when I’m probably wrong?
Holding my breath like I met someone
Knowing damn well that I haven’t been touched by you
In my head, you’re in the car, and you’re coming to me
And you get to my door, and you can’t even speak
But I think that it’s sweet, yeah, I think that you’re sweet

[Pre-Chorus]
And I wake up (I wake up) in the middle of the night (Night)
With the light on, and you’re not here
[Chorus]
God, I’m actually invested
Haven’t even met him
Watch this be the wrong thing, classic
God, I’m jumping in the deep end
It’s more fun to swim in
Heard the risk is drowning, but I’m gonna take it

[Bridge]
I’m gonna bend ’til I break
And you’ll be my favorite mistake
I wish you could hold me, here shaking
You’re the risk, I’m gonna take it
Why aren’t you here in my bedroom?
Hopelessly boring without you
Too soon to tell you “I love you”
Too soon to tell you “I love you”

[Pre-Chorus]
God, I’m actually invested
Think I really want this
I’m not even kidding
No, I’m actually invested
Haven’t even met yet
Wish that I was kidding, I’m not and I hate it

[Chorus]
God, I’m actually invested
Haven’t even met yet
Watch this be the wrong thing, classic
God, I’m jumping in the deep end
It’s more fun to swim in
Heard the risk is drowning, but I’m gonna take it

[Outro]
(Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh)
I’m gonna take it
Heard the risk is drowning, but I’m gonna take it
Too soon to tell you “I love you”
Too soon to tell you “I love you”
Too soon to tell you “I love you”
You’re the risk, I’m gonna take it

[Verse 1]
In the first verse, the narrator reflects on their actions, admitting to pursuing someone despite knowing they were in a relationship and had other commitments. Despite feeling uncertain and vulnerable, they are drawn to this person and are willing to take the risk of rejection to explore their feelings further.

[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus describes the loneliness and longing felt by the narrator in the absence of the person they desire. They awaken in the middle of the night, feeling incomplete and restless without the presence of their love interest, highlighting the deep emotional impact of their absence.

[Chorus]
The chorus conveys the narrator’s strong emotional investment in the budding relationship, even though they haven’t met the person yet. Despite the uncertainty and potential for disappointment, they embrace the risk involved, acknowledging that diving into the unknown can be exhilarating and fulfilling despite the dangers.

[Post-Chorus]
The post-chorus reiterates the narrator’s determination to take the risk, emphasizing their readiness to face the potential consequences and challenges that come with pursuing this relationship.

[Verse 2]
In the second verse, the narrator reflects on the fantasies they create about their potential relationship, acknowledging the possibility that they might be mistaken in their assumptions. Despite this, they find solace in imagining intimate moments with their love interest, demonstrating their deep longing and desire for connection.

[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus repeats the sentiment of longing and emptiness felt by the narrator in the absence of their love interest, emphasizing the emotional turmoil they experience during these moments of solitude.

[Chorus]
The chorus restates the narrator’s emotional investment in the relationship, emphasizing their willingness to take risks and face potential disappointment in pursuit of love and connection.

[Bridge]
The bridge expresses the narrator’s willingness to endure pain and uncertainty for the sake of being with their love interest, despite knowing that it might not end well. They crave the presence of this person in their life, even though they understand that it’s too early to express their love openly.

[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus repeats the narrator’s deep emotional investment in the relationship, emphasizing their genuine desire for connection and companionship, despite the uncertainty and potential for heartache.

[Chorus]
The final chorus reiterates the narrator’s readiness to embrace the risks and uncertainties of the relationship, emphasizing their determination to pursue love despite the potential pitfalls.

[Outro]
The outro reinforces the narrator’s resolve to take the risk and pursue the relationship, despite the uncertainties and challenges ahead. They acknowledge that it might be too early to declare their love, but they’re willing to take the chance and see where it leads, underscoring the bravery and vulnerability inherent in matters of the heart.