Wicked Game
Chris Isaak (cover) Lyrics
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It's strange what desire will make foolish people do
I'd never dreamed that I'd meet somebody like you
And I'd never dreamed that I'd lose somebody like you
No I don't want to fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
No I don't want to fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
With you
What a wicked game you played 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 want to fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
No I don't want to fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
With you
The world was on fire and no one could save me but you
It's strange what desire will make foolish people do
I'd never dreamed that I'd love somebody like you
And I'd never dreamed that I'd lose somebody like you
No I don't want to fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
No I don't want to fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
With you (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
With you (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
No I (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
(This girl is only gonna break your heart)
Nobody loves no one
In "Wicked Game," Chris Isaak paints a picture of a passionate love affair that ultimately leads to heartbreak. The song opens with the world being on fire, a metaphor for the intense feelings of desire and longing that the singer is experiencing. He acknowledges that desire can make foolish people do things they might not otherwise do - including falling for someone who will eventually break their heart. Despite his reservations, he meets someone who he cannot resist. He never imagined meeting someone like her, nor did he anticipate losing her.
As the song progresses, the singer realizes that this "wicked game" they are playing - this rollercoaster of passion and desire - will only lead to heartbreak. He doesn't want to fall in love with someone he knows will eventually hurt him. Despite his rational thoughts, however, he cannot help but be swept away by his feelings for her. He recognizes that this woman is only going to break his heart, but he cannot resist her.
This song is a poignant commentary on life and love. It acknowledges the intense emotions that often accompany romantic love, as well as the risks and potential for heartbreak. Ultimately, it is a reminder that even when we know something is bad for us, we cannot always resist our base desires.
Line by Line Meaning
The world was on fire and no one could save me but you
I was in a very difficult situation and it seemed that no one could help me except you.
It's strange what desire will make foolish people do
Desire can often make people do foolish and irrational things.
I'd never dreamed that I'd meet somebody like you
I never thought I would meet someone as amazing and special as you.
And I'd never dreamed that I'd lose somebody like you
I never imagined that I would lose someone as important and significant as you.
No I don't want to fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
I am afraid to fall in love because I believe that this girl will only end up hurting me in the end.
With you
Specifically with you, I am afraid to fall in love.
What a wicked game you played to make me feel this way
You played a cruel and deceptive game to make me feel this way.
What a wicked thing to do to let me dream of you
It was a cruel thing for you to do to let me dream of being with you when you never intended for it to happen.
What a wicked thing to say you never felt this way
It was very hurtful and cruel for you to say that you never felt the same way about me.
What a wicked thing to do to make me dream of you
It was a cruel thing for you to do to let me dream of being with you when you never intended for it to happen.
Nobody loves no one
The idea that love does not exist or that it is impossible to find true love.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chris Isaak
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The world was on fire and no one could save me but you
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
(This world is only gonna break your heart)
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
@nnnnnkkkk233
Anyone here in 2024?
@elektratwain
☝️
@massimo790
🙋♂️ Just bought the Vinyl to reach the best Sound of this Masterpiece
@thetruth9286
Yes - And this tune is a dream. Would like to know how they kept it all business on the set and AFTER.
@stevecooper7883
Dating apps reminded me of this song
@larrybeavens7580
I’m 76, and if I were confined to isolation and could take 5 songs with me, this one would be at the top of the list. I said that 30 years ago, and I still feel that way today. It’s haunting, it’s beautiful, it’s calming…thank you, Chris, for my all-time favorite song.
@MusicVideoCompilations
I agree! But if you could take 10 songs with love theme... Please check my review with 10 awesome music videos with LOVE THEME: https://youtu.be/GmbRHOGO4Gs Hope you'll find some others unforgettable music videos!
@adityasaikia3352
What are other?
@900black
What are the other four please?
@larrybeavens7580
I don’t know; there would be a lot of songs in the running. I’d take Wicked Game in a heartbeat, then I’d have to think on the other 4…