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What are some examples of figurative language in the song lucky by Jason Mraz?

* Metaphor: "Life is a rollercoaster; you're just along for the ride" — Life is compared to a rollercoaster, suggesting life is full of ups and downs.

* Simile: "When you're up at the top, you can't see much ahead" — The feeling of being at the top of a rollercoaster is compared to the feeling of being overwhelmed or stuck in a moment.

* Personification: "The clouds are rolling in, and the sun is going down" — Clouds and the sun are given human-like qualities, making the setting seem more alive.

* Alliteration: "Lucky, lucky" — The repetition of the "l" sound creates a pleasing sound effect.

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