Gamesofluck

Parcels' song 'Gamesofluck' delves into the complexities of love and the risks associated with it. The lyrics suggest a narrative of hesitation and the eventual surrender to feelings that have been long suppressed. The opening lines, 'You sowed it slower to find your man / But folding over won't hide your hand,' imply a cautious approach to love, likening it to a game where one might be reluctant to show their true intentions or feelings.

The chorus, 'Cause you waited long enough / Hesitated over love / Now you're taking over us,' captures the moment of capitulation to these emotions. The repetition of 'Now you're taking over us' could signify the overwhelming power of love once it is fully embraced, indicating that love has the capacity to dominate one's life. The use of 'us' might also suggest that this is a shared experience, possibly between the speaker and the object of their affection, or among a group affected by the unfolding relationship.

The song also touches on the theme of vulnerability in love, as seen in the lines 'The strongest shoulder won't hold you up / And cold October won't call your bluff.' These lyrics convey that no matter how strong one may appear, love can still expose one's weaknesses. The reference to 'cold October' could symbolize a period of emotional barrenness or a time when one's defenses are down. The repeated disbelief expressed in the lines 'Huh, uh, I can't just believe it / Huh, uh, I can not receive that' suggests a struggle to accept the reality of the situation, whether it be the intensity of the emotions involved or the consequences of engaging in this 'game of luck.'