Quit Playing Games
Backstreet Boys(后街男孩) 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
Baby
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
Baby
Quit playin' games with my heart
With my heart
My heart
With my heart
The lyrics of “Quit Playing Games” by Backstreet Boys reflect the feelings of a person who is in a relationship with someone who is not being honest and true. The song revolves around the emotional turmoil caused by the lies and deceit of the partner. The singer acknowledges that he can feel it deep within his soul that something is wrong. He wishes that things could go back to the way they used to be and that his partner would stop playing games with his heart. The lyrics emphasize the importance of honesty, trust, and loyalty in a relationship and stress the importance of communication and being true to one another.
The chorus of “Quit Playing Games” is particularly catchy and emphasizes the message of the song. The repetition of “Quit Playing Games with my Heart” emphasizes the pain and frustration caused by the partner's lack of honesty. The lyrics also reflect the desperation felt by the singer, as he pleads with his partner to put an end to the games they are playing with each other's hearts.
The song was released in 1996 and became an instant hit, reaching number one in many countries. It was included in the band's self-titled debut album, which was released the same year. “Quit Playing Games” became one of the signature songs of the Backstreet Boys, and its relatable lyrics and catchy melody made it a classic of the 90s.
Line by Line Meaning
Even in my heart I see
From deep within my heart, I can sense that something is amiss in our relationship
You're not bein' true to me
You're not being honest and faithful in this relationship
Deep within my soul I feel
In the very depths of my being, I have a gut feeling that something is wrong
Nothing's like it used to be
Our relationship has changed drastically and it's not the same as it used to be
Sometimes I wish I could turn back time
There are times when I wish I could go back to the past and change things
Impossible as it may seem
Although it's not possible to change the past, I still long for it
But I wish I could so bad, baby
I really wish things were different and that you would treat me better, my love
Quit playin' games with my heart
Stop messing with my emotions and playing games in this relationship
Before you tear us apart (my heart)
If you keep playing games, it will lead to the destruction of our relationship
I should've known from the start
I should have realized early on that you were not trustworthy
You know you got to stop (from my heart)
You have to stop playing games and hurting me emotionally
You're tearing us apart (my heart)
Your actions are causing serious damage to our relationship
I live my life the way
I dedicate my life to making you happy and keeping you close to me
To keep you comin' back to me
I do everything I can to make sure you stay in this relationship with me
Everything I do is for you
All my actions, decisions, and efforts are aimed at pleasing you
So what is it that you can't see
I don't understand why you can't see how much I love and care for you
Baby, baby the love that we had was so strong
Our love used to be very strong, my darling
Don't leave me hangin' here forever
Please don't leave me stranded and heartbroken for eternity
Oh baby, baby this is not right
My love, our situation is not fair, honest, or respectful
Let's stop this tonight
Let's end this drama and conflict right now, my love
With my heart
All of this is affecting me deeply and emotionally
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HERBERT CRICHLOW, MARTIN SANDBERG
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