Eminem You Only Get One Shot is a verse from the song Lose Yourself sung by Eminem. The lyrics of the song are written by Eminem, Jeff Bass & Luis Resto.
Eminem You Only Get One Shot Lyrics
[Intro]
Look, if you had one shot or one opportunity
To seize everything you ever wanted in one moment
Would you capture it or just let it slip?
Yo
[Verse 1]
His palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy
There’s vomit on his sweater already, mom’s spaghetti
He’s nervous, but on the surface, he looks calm and ready
To drop bombs, but he keeps on forgetting
What he wrote down, the whole crowd goes so loud
He opens his mouth, but the words won’t come out
He’s chokin’, how? Everybody’s jokin’ now
The clock’s run out, time’s up, over, blaow
Snap back to reality, ope, there goes gravity
Ope, there goes Rabbit, he choked, he’s so mad
But he won’t give up that easy, no, he won’t have it
He knows his whole back’s to these ropes, it don’t matter
He’s dope, he knows that, but he’s broke, he’s so stagnant
He knows when he goes back to this mobile home, that’s when it’s
Back to the lab again, yo, this old rhapsody
Better go capture this moment and hope it don’t pass him
[Chorus]
You better lose yourself in the music
The moment, you own it, you better never let it go (Go)
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime, yo
You better lose yourself in the music
The moment, you own it, you better never let it go (Go)
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime, yo
You better
[Verse 2]
His soul’s escaping through this hole that is gaping
This world is mine for the taking, make me king
As we move toward a new world order
A normal life is boring, but superstardom’s
Close to post-mortem, it only grows harder
Homie grows hotter, he blows, it’s all over
These hoes is all on him, coast-to-coast shows
He’s known as the Globetrotter, lonely roads
God only knows he’s grown farther from home, he’s no father
He goes home and barely knows his own daughter
But hold your nose ’cause here goes the cold water
These hoes don’t want him no mo’, he’s cold product
They moved on to the next schmoe who flows
He nose-dove and sold nada, and so the soap opera
Is told, it unfolds, I suppose it’s old, partner
But the beat goes on, da-da-dom, da-dom, dah-dah-dah-dah
[Chorus]
You better lose yourself in the music
The moment, you own it, you better never let it go (Go)
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime, yo
You better lose yourself in the music
The moment, you own it, you better never let it go (Go)
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime, yo
You better
[Verse 3]
No more games, I’ma change what you call rage
Tear this motherf^^kin’ roof off like two dogs caged
I was playin’ in the beginning, the mood all changed
I’ve been chewed up and spit out and booed off stage
But I kept rhymin’ and stepped right in the next cypher
Best believe somebody’s payin’ the Pied Piper
All the pain inside amplified by the
Fact that I can’t get by with my nine-to-
Five and I can’t provide the right type of life for my family
‘Cause, man, these godd^^n food stamps don’t buy diapers
And there’s no movie, there’s no Mekhi Phifer, this is my life
And these times are so hard, and it’s gettin’ even harder
Tryna feed and water my seed, plus teeter-totter
Caught up between bein’ a father and a prima donna
Baby-mama drama, screamin’ on her, too much for me to wanna
Stay in one spot, another day of monotony’s gotten me
To the point I’m like a snail, I’ve got
To formulate a plot or end up in jail or shot
Success is my only motherf^^kin’ option, failure’s not
Mom, I love you, but this trailer’s got
To go, I cannot grow old in Salem’s Lot
So here I go, it’s my shot, feet, fail me not
This may be the only opportunity that I got
[Chorus]
You better lose yourself in the music
The moment, you own it, you better never let it go (Go)
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime, yo
You better lose yourself in the music
The moment, you own it, you better never let it go (Go)
You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow
This opportunity comes once in a lifetime, yo
You better
[Outro]
You can do anything you set your mind to, man
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Song Credits
| Song | Lose Yourself |
| Artist | Eminem |
| Album | Curtain Call: The Hits |
| Writer | Eminem, Jeff Bass & Luis Resto |
| Producer | Eminem |
About the Song
“Lose Yourself” by Eminem is a powerful and motivating song about opportunity, pressure, and the fight to change your life. From the opening moments, the track pulls listeners into the mindset of someone standing at a turning point, knowing that one moment could decide everything.
The lyrics focus on fear, self-doubt, and determination. Eminem talks about feeling nervous, struggling with confidence, and carrying the weight of expectations. At the same time, he pushes himself to stay focused and take control. The message is clear: success does not come easily, and chances do not wait forever. You either step up or watch them pass by.
Musically, the song is intense and driving. The steady beat builds tension and keeps moving forward, matching the urgency of the lyrics. As the song progresses, the energy grows stronger, making it feel like a buildup toward something important. Eminem’s delivery is sharp and emotional, filled with hunger and desperation, which makes every line feel real.
What makes “Lose Yourself” special is its honesty. It does not pretend that confidence comes naturally or that success is guaranteed. Instead, it shows the struggle behind ambition—the fear of failure and the courage it takes to keep going anyway. That realism is why so many people connect with the song.
Over the years, “Lose Yourself” has become more than just a hit. It is an anthem for anyone chasing a dream, facing pressure, or trying to prove themselves. Its message remains timeless: believe in yourself, stay focused, and do not let your moment slip away.