The Game
Drowing Pool & Motorhead Lyrics


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It's time to play the game
Time to play the game! Hahaha

It's all about the game and how you play it.
All about control and if you can take it.
All about your debt and if you can pay it.
It's all about pain and who's gonna make it.
I am the game, you don't want to play me.
I am control, no way you can change me.
I am heavy debt, no way you can pay me.
I am the pain and I know you can't take me.

Look over your shoulder, ready to run.
Like a good little bitch, from a smokin gun.
I am the game and I make the rules.
So move on out here and die like a fool.
Try to figure out what my move's gonna be.
Come on over sucker, why don't you ask me?
Don't you forget that the price you can pay
Cause I am the game and I want to play

It's time to play the game, hahaha
Time to play the game!

It's all about the game and how you play it.
It's all about control and if you can take it.
It's all about your debt and if you can pay it.
It's all about pain and who's gonna make it.

I am the game, you don't want to play me.
I am control, there's no way you can change me.
I am your debt, and you know you can't pay me.
I am your pain and I know you can't take me.

Play the game
Your gonna be the same
Your gonna change your name
Your gonna die in flames

Hahaha
Time to play the game!
It's time to play the game
It's time to play the game




It's time to play the game
Time to play the game! Hahaha

Overall Meaning

In "The Game," Drowning Pool & Motorhead explore the concept of power dynamics in a competition, using the imagery of a game and its various elements to convey different aspects of control. The chorus repeats the line "It's all about the game and how you play it," emphasizing the importance of strategy and skill in winning, while also suggesting that the "game" is more than just a physical contest but rather a series of moves and manipulations.


The following lines break down different components of the game: control, debt, and pain. The singer, who identifies himself as "the game," claims to be the one in charge and invokes fear in his opponents, warning that they cannot change him or escape his influence. The references to debt and pain suggest that the game has high stakes and that the players are willing to endure suffering in order to come out on top.


The second half of the song is directed at a specific opponent, who is urged to "look over [their] shoulder" and "run" from the game. The game taunts the opponent, calling them a "good little bitch" and challenging them to try to outsmart him. The lines "Your gonna be the same / Your gonna change your name / Your gonna die in flames" suggest that the game will ultimately be the victor, even if it means destroying his opponent in the process.


Overall, "The Game" presents a cynical and cautionary view of competition, painting a picture of a world where power struggles are ruthless and unforgiving.


Line by Line Meaning

It's time to play the game
It's time to face the challenges


Time to play the game! Hahaha
Facing challenges can be fun


It's all about the game and how you play it.
Success depends on how well you handle challenges


All about control and if you can take it.
Control over the situation can determine success


All about your debt and if you can pay it.
Dealing with the consequences of actions can be difficult


It's all about pain and who's gonna make it.
Challenges can be painful and difficult to overcome


I am the game, you don't want to play me.
Overcoming challenges is a difficult feat


I am control, no way you can change me.
Challenges require discipline and focus


I am heavy debt, no way you can pay me.
Dealing with the consequences of actions can be difficult


I am the pain and I know you can't take me.
Challenges can be painful and difficult to overcome


Look over your shoulder, ready to run.
Be aware of the challenges that lie ahead


Like a good little bitch, from a smokin gun.
The challenges can feel overpowering at times


I am the game and I make the rules.
Challenges require determination and persistence


So move on out here and die like a fool.
Giving up on challenges is not an option


Try to figure out what my move's gonna be.
Challenges require strategy and quick thinking


Come on over sucker, why don't you ask me?
Seek advice and guidance to overcome challenges


Don't you forget that the price you can pay
The consequences of actions can be severe


Cause I am the game and I want to play
Challenges can be difficult, but overcoming them can be rewarding


Play the game
Face the challenges


Your gonna be the same
Not challenging yourself can lead to stagnation


Your gonna change your name
Challenges can lead to personal growth and transformation


Your gonna die in flames
Giving up on challenges can have dire consequences


Time to play the game! Hahaha
Challenges can be fun and rewarding


It's time to play the game
Face the challenges


It's time to play the game
Face the challenges


It's time to play the game
Face the challenges


Time to play the game! Hahaha
Challenges can be fun and rewarding




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRIAN HIGGINS, ELIZA NOBLE, JENNIFER SKILLMAN, TIMOTHY DEAL

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Arturo Mena Diaz

Time to play the game
Time to play the game
Time to play the game

It's all about the game, you'll fall like the rest
You're failure is my success
It's all about control, will you make it?
I will deliver the pain you can't take it
I'm in control, I am the pain
After this you won't be the same
This is my time, I make the rules
You mess with this and you'll die like a fool

Here comes the pain (pain)
Here comes the pain (pain)
Here comes the pain (pain)
Here comes the pain
Time to play the game

I am the debt that can't be paid
You're going down in flames
This is the time, I cannot lose
Live or die, you'll have to choose
It's all about me, I am the one
Soon you'll see there's nowhere to run
I am the threat that is so real
Through the blood and the sweat the pain you will feel

Here comes the pain (pain)
Here comes the pain (pain)
Here comes the pain (pain)
Here comes the pain

Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
Now it's time to die
I am the pain, I am the game
You won't forget my name

Time to feel the pain
Time to feel the pain
Time to feel the pain, go
Time to play the game
Time to play the game
Time to play the game
Time to play the game

Here comes the pain (pain)
Here comes the pain (pain)
Here comes the pain (pain)
Here comes the pain

Time to play the game
(Pain)
Time to play the game
(Pain)



All comments from YouTube:

Paul DM

Whether it's Drowning Pool or Motorhead versions, both are badass πŸ”₯

Jason Moore

Don't forget Disturbed

Jon DuBeau

Unfortunately We didnt to experience this epicness too much longer because Dave Williams passed away less than 5 months later. I was fortunate enough to meet him and the band and watch Drowning Pool live twice before he died. πŸ˜₯
RIP Dave Williams 1972-2002

Emperor Guyver

Sinner will always be a personal album with me. I owe that man so much gratitude

American Trash

Dave was the best

Royal_DPR

Blasting this song in honor Of HHH since he retiring from in-Ring competition #ThankYouHHH πŸ™πŸΌπŸ’šπŸ–€ the kings of kings, The Cerebral Assassin, the Game

Sergio Estrada

One more match

Steve Lowe

@Sergio Estrada that'd be stupid of him at this point

The blackened plague- Topic

@Sergio Estrada As much as I agree with you he can't go anymore

Babylonkid

"Here comes the pain! Pain!" This song is amazing.

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