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WOULD YOU RATHER Lyrics by Ryan Oakes

A Series Of Unfortunate Events

2019

[Verse 1]
When did these streetlights all turn into spotlights
Made for lighting up that pretty face
You might fuck around and catch a case
And since when is my hometown straight out of a movie, when you wish you still knew me but you stuck in place
I can teach you how to keep the pace

[Pre-Chorus]
It's been years (since I've seen you)
Down in tears (when I leave you)
All your fears (were all seethrough)
Now it's clear that I need you
I know that you got my photo hidden in your locket
Your photo's still inside the wallet in my pocket
We could run away, they shouldn't hold you hostage
Know I can love you out of all the worlds watching

[Chorus]
Would you rather end up broke or shattered
I'm not playing it safe
But would you trade it for a save
Baby take off the hazard to start chasing after
We'll make your heart race

[Verse 2]
Since when did the stars dancing up in the night sky
The suns on the bright side, they give you the limelight
You make me feel like a night drive
When it's something simple these mains streets they turn into a ballroom
The cast, they call you front and center stage
I'm excited to watch you do great

[Pre-Chorus 2]
Because you deserve more (than what you settle for)
Done more than a few things (you deserve a medal for)
Spread your wings (it's just a metaphor)
Finer things (is what you're headed for)
Don't let me down (just let me pick you up)
When you break down (then I can fix you up)
And if your drown (I'll always lift you up)
I made a promise I won't give you up

[Chorus]
Would you rather end up broke or shattered
I'm not playing it safe
But would you trade it for a save
Baby take off the hazard to start chasing after
We'll make your heart race
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Ryan Oakes

About “WOULD YOU RATHER” by Ryan Oakes

Read the complete lyrics to "WOULD YOU RATHER" by Ryan Oakes from the album "A Series Of Unfortunate Events" in 2019. On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Rap.

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"WOULD YOU RATHER" is credited to Ryan Oakes. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"WOULD YOU RATHER" appears on "A Series Of Unfortunate Events" in 2019.

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