Quote by Adam Young (Owl City), The Yacht

I would rather go swimming with great white sharks than wade in romance 'cause I can never find the courage to ask her to dinner or even to dance.

I would rather go swimming with great white sharks than wade

Summary

The quote expresses a preference for facing the fearsome danger of swimming with great white sharks rather than navigating the vulnerability and uncertainty of romantic pursuits. It highlights the speaker's hesitance and lack of confidence in approaching someone they are interested in, indicating that the fear of rejection or embarrassment outweighs the potential benefits of taking that risk.

By Adam Young (Owl City), The Yacht

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