Wicked game
Busy Reno Lyrics
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It's strange what desire will make foolish people do
I never dreamed that I'd meet somebody like you
And I never dreamed that I'd lose somebody like you
No, I don't wanna fall in love (this world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I don't wanna fall in love (this world is only gonna break your heart)
With you
With you
What a wicked game you play, to make me feel this way
What a wicked thing to do, to let me dream of you
What a wicked thing to say, you never felt this way
What a wicked thing to do, to make me dream of you
And I don't wanna fall in love (this world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I don't wanna fall in love (this world is only gonna break your heart)
With you
The world was on fire and no one could save me but you
Strange what desire will make foolish people do
I never dreamed that I'd love somebody like you
And I never dreamed that I'd lose somebody like you
No, I don't wanna fall in love (this world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I don't wanna fall in love (this world is only gonna break your heart)
With you (this world is only gonna break your heart)
With you (with you)
(This world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I (this world is only gonna break your heart)
(This world is only gonna break your heart)
Nobody loves no one
The lyrics of Busy Reno's song "Wicked Game" convey the complex emotions and experiences of love and desire. The opening lines, "The world was on fire and no one could save me but you," suggest a sense of helplessness and vulnerability. It implies that amidst chaos and turmoil, the singer finds solace and salvation in a particular person. The line "It's strange what desire will make foolish people do" highlights how intense desire can lead individuals to act in irrational and unexpected ways.
The chorus, "What a wicked game you play, to make me feel this way / What a wicked thing to do, to let me dream of you," portrays the game-like nature of the relationship, where the person being addressed is toying with the singer's emotions. The conflicting emotions of love and fear are conveyed in the lines "No, I don't wanna fall in love / (this world is only gonna break your heart) / With you." It suggests a hesitation to fully surrender to love due to the fear of getting hurt or being let down.
The repetition of the phrase "The world was on fire and no one could save me but you" emphasizes the profound impact that this person has on the singer's life. It also reflects the idea that love has the power to provide a sense of salvation or escape from the troubles of the world. The closing line, "Nobody loves no one," leaves a sense of despair and resignation, suggesting that the singer's experiences have led to a disillusionment with love.
Overall, "Wicked Game" explores the complexities of love, desire, and vulnerability, highlighting the destructive potential in relationships while capturing the bittersweet nature of longing and connection.
Line by Line Meaning
The world was on fire and no one could save me but you
In the midst of chaos and turmoil, you were the only one who could bring me comfort and salvation.
It's strange what desire will make foolish people do
Desire has the power to push people to act foolishly and make irrational decisions.
I never dreamed that I'd meet somebody like you
I could have never imagined encountering someone as remarkable and distinctive as you.
And I never dreamed that I'd lose somebody like you
Losing someone as extraordinary and significant as you was beyond my wildest dreams.
No, I don't wanna fall in love (this world is only gonna break your heart)
I refuse to open myself up to love because the world has a tendency to bring heartbreak and disappointment.
What a wicked game you play, to make me feel this way
You engage in a devious and manipulative game, causing me to experience such intense emotions.
What a wicked thing to do, to let me dream of you
It's cruel and malicious to allow me to indulge in fantasies and dreams about you.
What a wicked thing to say, you never felt this way
You say something so cruel and hurtful, claiming that you never had the same feelings as I did.
What a wicked thing to do, to make me dream of you
It's a vile and heartless act to manipulate my emotions and make me long for you in my dreams.
And I don't wanna fall in love (this world is only gonna break your heart)
I am determined to avoid falling in love because I believe this world will only bring heartache and pain.
With you (this world is only gonna break your heart)
Even with you, I fear that this world will ultimately lead to heartbreak and disappointment.
No, I (this world is only gonna break your heart)
I strongly deny wanting to fall in love because I believe this world has a tendency to shatter people emotionally.
Nobody loves no one
In a cruel and harsh reality, it seems that love is nonexistent, and no one truly loves anyone.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, O/B/O DistroKid, Broma 16, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chris Isaak
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