Second Chance

It's a nice quiet evening in Becky's World, so I thought "Second Chance" by 38 Special would be the perfect song for today.  It's another song that I heard on the radio during my recent trip home.  I've only heard this song a handful of times, mostly in the past few years on 80s internet radio.  I had absolutely no idea that this was a 38 Special tune.  It is so different from "Caught Up in You," which is my favorite from the group.  But, alas, "Second Chance" is a truly beautiful song.  It probably could be considered a ballad, although it is so sweet and delicate instrumentally.  When I think of ballads, I think of 80s "rock ballads," which usually have some really intense guitar lines and even more intensity in the vocals.  "Second Chance," however, is simply a musical gem.  I can't get over how controlled the vocals are, and the instrumentals blend and support the vocal line so beautifully.  We do hear a strong guitar line throughout the song, but it is strong in a subtle, controlled, focused way that makes me think about the classical music world.  A huge "bravo" to 38 Special on their performance of this song and their beautiful lyrics as well.  Essentially, if you listen to the lyrics, it is a tender request for a second chance - as we hear so clearly in the chorus.  It's funny - I never really paid much attention to the full lyrics until this very moment.  The lyrics tell the story of a man who, well, made a mistake.  He cheated on his beloved, and now he is asking for forgiveness and a chance to start over.  I think that makes perfect sense.  If there comes a time when he sings about a third or fourth chance, well, uh, I think that would be excessive.  But, this song is so tender and loving-- I do hope the singer was pardoned and granted his second chance.  He'll probably never falter again - because then he would have to write an even more beautiful song, and I'm not sure that would be possible...

Caught Up in You

Happy Weekend!  It is nice and quiet in becky's world, which is terrific.  It is the weekend, so it's time to let loose and enjoy.  One of my favorite songs for getting "up and at 'em" is "Caught Up In You" by 38 Special.  I admit, I would have to look up the lyrics to understand each word clearly, but the chorus is just fine for me to get the point.  Yup, he's in love with this girl and definitely makes that clear by singing "and if ever, comes a day, when you should turn and walk away...oh no...I can't live without you...."  So, we get the point for sure.

Musically, this song has some pretty impressive guitar playing.  That coupled with the tempo, lyrics, and steady drum beat make it very upbeat and, well, fun in my opinion.  The video is a classic look into the lifestyles and fashion of 1982, which is when the video was released.  Complete with leg warmers, an electronic bull, video games, and arm wrestling, this is definitely a treasure for the time capsule.  The main couple in the video is a testament to the style of the day--which may look a bit like "Barbie and Ken," but it is still refreshing to look back and see.  And, check out that huge hotel room key at the end...  

This song is also #17 in the Amazon MP3 player at the top of the page...if you can't live without it :)



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