I think it's a metaphor for a new romance. A girl who everyone told him wasn't worth the effort or was too far above him to be attainable, but he still tried. So now, regardless of the outcome, the effort was worth it, because he has now had the experience of shooting for the moon.
I think it's a metaphor for a new romance. A girl who everyone told him wasn't worth the effort or was too far above him to be attainable, but he still tried. So now, regardless of the outcome, the effort was worth it, because he has now had the experience of shooting for the moon.
At least, that's my take.