Quit Playing Games
Backstreet Boys Lyrics
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Even in my heart I see
You're not bein' true to me
Deep within my soul I feel
Nothing's like it used to be
Sometimes I wish I could turn back time
But I wish I could so bad, baby
Quit playin' games with my heart
Quit playin' games with my heart
Before you tear us apart (my heart)
Quit playin' games with my heart
I should've known from the start
You know you got to stop (from my heart)
You're tearing us apart (my heart)
Quit playin' games with my heart
I live my life the way
To keep you comin' back to me
Everything I do is for you
So what is it that you can't see?
Sometimes I wish I could turn back time
Impossible as it may seem
But I wish I could so bad, baby
You better quit playin' games with my heart
Quit playin' games with my heart
Before you tear us apart (my heart)
Quit playin' games with my heart
I should've known from the start
You know you got to stop (from my heart)
You're tearing us apart (my heart)
Quit playin' games
Baby, baby the love that we had was so strong
Don't leave me hangin' here forever
Oh baby, baby this is not right
Let's stop this tonight
Baby, oh, quit playin' games
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, baby
Na, na, na, na, na-ah
Sometimes I wish I could
Turn back time, impossible as it may seem
But I wish I could so bad, baby
Quit playin' games with my heart
Quit playin' games with my heart
Before you tear us apart (my heart)
Quit playin' games with my heart
I should've known from the start
You know you got to stop (from my heart)
You're tearing us apart (my heart)
Quit playin' games with my heart
Quit playin' games with my heart
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Na, na, na, na, na, baby
Na, na, na, na, na-ah
Quit playin' games with my heart
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na (with my heart)
Na, na, na, na, na, baby (my heart)
My heart
In the song "Quit Playing Games," the Backstreet Boys express their frustration and sadness over a relationship that has lost its honesty and trust. The lyrics convey a sense of longing for the past when things were better, and the singer wishes they could turn back time to fix the problems in the relationship.
The opening lines, "Even in my heart I see, you're not bein' true to me," reveal the singer's realization that their partner is not being loyal or honest. This realization deeply affects their soul, as they feel that nothing is as it used to be. The chorus emphasizes the plea for the partner to stop playing games with their heart and to not tear them apart. The singer acknowledges that they have done everything to keep the relationship going but wonders why their partner cannot see their efforts.
The bridge of the song adds an emotional intensity, as the singer expresses the strength and depth of the love they once shared and urges their partner not to leave them hanging indefinitely. They emphasize the importance of stopping the games and working towards resolving the issues in the relationship.
Overall, "Quit Playing Games" is a heartfelt plea from someone who has been hurt and deceived in a relationship. It captures the longing for a return to the love and trust that existed before, and the desire to confront the issues and move forward together.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, oh
Addressing the person with affection and care.
Even in my heart I see
Deeply feeling within my emotions and intuition.
You're not bein' true to me
You are not being honest and faithful to our relationship.
Deep within my soul I feel
In the deepest part of my being, I sense.
Nothing's like it used to be
Our relationship has changed and is not the same as it once was.
Sometimes I wish I could turn back time
Occasionally, I desire to reverse the progression of events.
Impossible as it may seem
Although it may appear unattainable.
But I wish I could so bad, baby
However, I desire it intensely, my love.
Quit playin' games with my heart
Stop engaging in manipulative actions that affect my emotions deeply.
Before you tear us apart (my heart)
Prevent causing irreparable damage and breaking our relationship.
I should've known from the start
Initially, I should have been aware and cautious.
You know you got to stop (from my heart)
You are aware that you need to cease these behaviors that upset me.
You're tearing us apart (my heart)
Your actions are causing us to drift apart emotionally and romantically.
I live my life the way
I conduct my existence in a manner that
To keep you comin' back to me
With the intention of ensuring your continuous return to my side.
Everything I do is for you
Every action I take is motivated by my love for you.
So what is it that you can't see?
What is it that eludes your understanding?
You better quit playin' games with my heart
You should definitively cease these manipulative actions concerning my emotions.
Baby, baby the love that we had was so strong
Darling, our love was incredibly powerful and intense.
Don't leave me hangin' here forever
Do not abandon me in this state indefinitely.
Oh baby, baby this is not right
Oh darling, this situation is unjust and unacceptable.
Let's stop this tonight
Let us end this situation promptly, without delay.
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
Vocalization without specific meaning.
Quit playin' games with my heart
Stop engaging in manipulative actions that affect my emotions deeply.
Na, na, na, na, na, baby
Vocalization without specific meaning, addressing you with affection.
Na, na, na, na, na-ah
Vocalization without specific meaning, expressing dissatisfaction.
Quit playin' games with my heart
Stop engaging in manipulative actions that affect my emotions deeply.
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na (with my heart)
Vocalization without specific meaning (pertaining to my heart).
Na, na, na, na, na, baby (my heart)
Vocalization without specific meaning, addressing you with affection (pertaining to my heart).
My heart
Referring to the significance and impact on my emotions.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Martin Karl Sandberg, Herbert Crichlow
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@manorim8947
hahaa... I wish....
Strange as it may seem when our mind hears the sounds of music can suddenly change our feelings in an instant into another dimension taking us to another place back in time then touches our heart making the memories come alive just once more amazing as it all seems lost for words only thoughts to linger with us until we leave this world ...
Good memories for sure...
I cried listening to this on the bus I was literally overwhelmed with emotions. Such a feel-good nostalgic vibe. Such a freaking nostalgia attack.... that hearing this after all of these years.
It gives me so many shivers... Just imagine yourself driving a car on a motorway at orangy sunset remembering your childhood and good music... Loneliness...
I guess I'm the only Sri Lankan who listens to the song right now.. Bit strange tho. Love from "lockdown" London. Be kind... xx
@mysticalyouth2437
"Quit playing games with my heart" ......said every single person after a toxic relationship
@marissahaley1166
Lmaoooo😂😂😂
@meloncholic
Hey didn't think would see u here
@jamesbrincefield9879
What a unique, original take on an otherwise very confusing song lyric.
@ewagrabowska000
@@jamesbrincefield9879 good comment, but i think it's only confusing for those lucky to never have been in a toxic relationship, otherwise at least to me the song makes perfect sense. All the best!
@josephcaoitan6400
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@tarunnmakker
Sometimes i wish i could turn back time .. bring back the 90's time once again
@deborahborges6233
Sometimes I wish that too...
@alexpikal6797
...impossible as it may seem...
@fatimafifi9500
Yes beautiful time