First Words

[Verse 1]
Staring at the mirror, third shirt today
Tried a blazer, then threw it away
My hair won’t sit right, it’s just not the same
I swear this cologne— too strong? Too plain?

Shoes by the door, heartbeat like a drum
The playlist is set, but my hands feel numb
You don’t even know how much I care
And tonight, I want to just get it right

[Pre-Chorus]
Check my watch, again it ticks
Do I look okay? Is this too slick?
Can she see that I’m the type
To overthink on a Friday night?

[Chorus]
'Cause it’s the first date, first sight
And I want tonight to feel just right
Every word, every glance
Wishing this won’t be my only chance
So I ride the train, thoughts on repeat
Practicing lines I may never speak
Is “Hi” too small, is “Hey” too cool?
Just wanna make her smile, not look like a fool

[Verse 2]
Subway hums beneath my feet
Your name dancing in every beat
Hands in pockets, head full of you
I wonder if you feel nervous too

People pass, the world moves fast
But I’m stuck in this moment, hoping it lasts
My stop’s coming up, heart’s in flight
And you’re the reason I’m scared and bright

[Bridge]
Maybe we’ll laugh, maybe we’ll click
Or maybe I’ll trip on every word I pick
But I’ll show up, ready to see
If this night makes history

[Final Chorus]
It’s the first date, first start
And I’m already giving you my heart
Every look, every chance
Hoping you’ll say yes to a second dance
So I ride the train, nerves in my chest
Trying to look calm, though I’m a mess
Will “Hi” be enough, will it make you smile?
Guess we’ll find out in just a mile