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Mind Games
Colours Lyrics
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I feel it changing now
The taste
Like ashes in my mouth
You say
The only thing I'll ever be is your pain
So say enough to keep them on their knees
Enough to trick the only ones you need
Fair only when you want to play
The game
And it starts when you call me your baby
You say how
How I look insane
How I look insane
Complain how
How I feel no pain
How I feel no
Go on and tell me all the things you hate in me
We go back and forth playing mind games
Wait
I feel you coming now
The chase
Is all you care about
I fake
Hating the things you made in me
I love the pain, pain
So say enough to keep them on their knees
Enough to trick the only ones you need
It's the game
Fair only when you want to play
The game
And it starts when you call me your baby
You say how
How I look insane
How I look insane
Complain how
How I feel no pain
How I feel no
Go on and tell me all the things you hate in me
We go back and forth playing mind games
The lyrics of "Mind Games" by Colours discuss the power dynamics in a toxic relationship. The singer appears to be in a relationship where their partner has control over them, causing them to feel like they're playing games with their mind. The song is full of contradictions, with the singer acknowledging the abuse and their pain, yet also admitting to enjoying it. They feel like a prisoner of their partner's words, both hating it and craving more.
The opening verse sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is waiting for something to happen, and they already feel the taste of ashes in their mouth. This could represent the bitter aftertaste of a relationship that is slowly destroying them. The next few lines reveal that the partner thrives on controlling the singer and causing them pain. They say enough to keep them on their knees and trick them into thinking they're the only ones they need. This behavior is likened to a game, only fair when the partner wants to play it.
In the chorus, the singer is called "insane" and told they feel "no pain." This could be gaslighting or an attempt to make them think they're crazy for feeling the way they do. The singer is also encouraged to list, "all the things you hate in me," which could be another tactic the partner uses to manipulate and control them. This verse is followed by the hook, which reinforces the idea that their relationship is all about mind games and the chase.
Line by Line Meaning
Wait
I need time to process my thoughts and feelings.
I feel it changing now
I sense a shift in the dynamic of our relationship.
The taste, like ashes in my mouth
The aftermath of our interactions leaves a bitter taste in my mouth.
You say the only thing I'll ever be is your pain
You define me solely by how much I hurt you.
So say enough to keep them on their knees
You manipulate and deceive others to keep them in a vulnerable position.
Enough to trick the only ones you need
You use deceit to control those who are most important to you.
It's the game, fair only when you want to play
You view our relationship as a game, and only follow the rules when it benefits you.
And it starts when you call me your baby
Our relationship is based on a power dynamic, with you holding the control over me.
You say how I look insane
You belittle and judge me for my actions and thoughts.
Complain how I feel no pain
You criticize me for not reacting with the emotions you want me to have.
Go on and tell me all the things you hate in me
You continuously point out my flaws and shortcomings.
We go back and forth playing mind games
Our relationship is a cycle of manipulation and control, with both of us trying to gain power over the other.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SHAUN LOPEZ, MORGAN ALLEY, KYLE TAMOSAITIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dorissantanaa
Drums and vocals, absolutely astonishing. Disturbingly perfect.
@LesliePaige
This is my favorite track and I love the video! Saw you two in Texas and got your vinyl; y'all are amazing ❤️
@katieeaton8617
The music video is amazing! Saw you in Seattle June 24th, you guys killed it! I can't wait for you guys to go on tour bc I need to see you live again 🤘👌
@maryrose461
I love it! Cant wait for more music videos in the future
@andreah.54
I cannot stress enough how amazing this is
@naumgonzalezmoreno1212
la neta me da flojera escribir en ingles así que lo pongo así... me encanta la canción, hace ya 4 años que la escuche por primera vez y justo por eso es un año de recordar los buenos tiempos.. gracias CO LOURS. de corazón espero que continúen haciendo haciendo increíbles canciones.... pd a mi yo del futuro: sigue viviendo como una f#$%& leyenda y no te des por vencido, estas a unos pasos de lograrlo <3
@Aya0Nanami
They are amazing artists. ❤
@Ashley-qn4id
IM LIVINGGG FOR EVERYTHING IN THIS VIDEO the aesthetic, how attractive Kyle is, and how great the actual music is. I CANT FJNFKFJFFKJ
ps: I saw you guys play for the first time in Philly for the Andy Black show over a year ago and I was blown away ily guys <3
@cat1198
I saw you guys at The Andy black tour in AZ and I was obsessed instantly I even got a signed shirt ❤️❤️❤️ love this song so much. The video is amazing!!!❤️❤️
@mentaltelepathy24
Solid video. Love you guys. Can't wait for some new tunes.