It's All In the Game
Cliff Ayers/Sammy Kaye/The Glee Club Lyrics


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Many a tear has to fall
But it's all in the game

All in the wonderful game
That we know as love

You had words with him
And your future's looking dim
But these things your heart can rise above

Once in a while he won't call
But it's all in the game

Soon he'll be there by your side
With a small bouquet

And he'll kiss your lips
And caress your fingertips
And your heart will fly away

You had words with him
And your future's looking dim
But these things your heart can rise above

Once in a while he won't call
But it's all in the game

Soon he'll be there by your side
With a small bouquet

And he'll kiss your lips




And caress your fingertips
And your heart will fly away

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "It's All in the Game" talk about the ups and downs of love. The song recognizes that sometimes love can be difficult, and many a tear has to fall. Despite this, the song presents love as a wonderful game. The song talks about how sometimes couples get into arguments, and the future can seem bleak. However, the song encourages those in love to rise above these challenges because true love can overcome them.


Although couples may not always be together, the song still maintains that it's all in the game of love. The lyrics suggest that someone who holds love and devotion in their heart will eventually be reunited with their significant other. It describes the anticipation of being reunited with the one you love and how your heart will flutter with excitement when you're finally together again. The song serves as an optimistic message to those in love, that no matter the circumstance, it is all part of the game and could work out in the end.


Line by Line Meaning

Many a tear has to fall
There will be moments of sadness and heartbreak in love


But it's all in the game
These ups and downs are part of the journey of love


All in the wonderful game
Love, despite its challenges, can be a wonderful experience


That we know as love
These emotional experiences are a common part of what we call love


You had words with him
You and your partner had an argument or disagreement


And your future's looking dim
As a result of the argument, you feel uncertain about your relationship


But these things your heart can rise above
Despite the challenges, you have the inner strength to overcome them


Once in a while he won't call
There will be times when your partner seems distant or unavailable


Soon he'll be there by your side
But your partner will return and be there to support you


With a small bouquet
As a gesture of love and apology, your partner brings you a small gift


And he'll kiss your lips
Your partner will show their love through physical intimacy


And caress your fingertips
Your partner will touch you affectionately, connecting with you emotionally


And your heart will fly away
Through these actions, your heart will be filled with love and happiness




Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Carl Sigman, Charles Gates Dawes

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