The Numbers Game
Jose Vanders Lyrics
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You said tonight come see my band
We're playing all your favorite songs
I'd never seen your face before
But somehow wanted to see more
So I, so I tagged along
But all these girls around me don't seem to know the score
On your hit list, they are just one more
That if you're trying to win my heart
One plus one should equal two
This numbers game it just won't do
And I'm giving you one more try
To prove that you're the guy
Who understands I'm not the same
And you can't play the numbers game with me
You followed me right out the door
Said if I wanted to see more
You'll play a special song for me
But do you really think that I can waste one more minute of my time
Listening to your stupid guitar
Cause all these girls around me don't seem to know the score
On your hit list, they are just one more
And I'm telling you from the start
That if you're trying to win my heart
One plus one should equal two
This numbers game it just won't do
And I'm giving you one more try
To prove that you're the guy
Who understands I'm not the same
And you can't play the numbers game with me
ONE chance is all you'll get
TWO-time and you'll regret it
THREE wishes for my kisses
You'd better have to think I'm true
If you want me to be with you
And I'm telling you from the start
That if you're trying to win my heart
One plus one should equal two
This numbers game it just won't do
And I'm giving you one more try
To prove that you're the guy
Who understands I'm not the same
And you can't play the numbers game with me
And you can't play the numbers game with me
The Numbers Game by Jose Vanders is a song about a girl who meets a boy at a concert. He writes his number on her hand and invites her to see his band play, and she goes along. However, she soon realizes that he is playing a game in which he views women as numbers on a list, to be won over and added to his tally. The girl emphatically rejects this approach to relationships, stating that if he wants to win her heart, he should understand that "one plus one should equal two." She gives him one more chance, but warns him that he can't play the numbers game with her.
The song explores the idea that some people view relationships as a game to be won, rather than a genuine connection between two individuals. The girl in the song is fed up with this approach and is seeking something more meaningful. The repeated refrain of "one plus one should equal two" emphasizes this point, as it suggests that relationships should be based on honesty and equality, rather than manipulation and competition.
Line by Line Meaning
You wrote your number on my hand
You gave me your phone number as an invite to watch you perform.
You said tonight come see my band
You invited me to see a musical performance by your band tonight.
We're playing all your favorite songs
Your band's setlist for tonight's performance includes all of my favorite songs.
I'd never seen your face before
I haven't seen you before today or noticed you in the past.
But somehow wanted to see more
But for some reason, I had a desire to get to know you more.
So I, so I tagged along
So I decided to go along with your invitation and join you at your band's performance.
But all these girls around me don't seem to know the score
The other female attendees around me don't recognize your true intentions.
On your hit list, they are just one more
To you, all these females attending your performance are just one more number to add to your list.
And I'm telling you from the start
I'm letting you know from the beginning of our interaction.
That if you're trying to win my heart
That although you have other motives, if you intend to romantically pursue me.
One plus one should equal two
It should be a simple equation that we both feel the same for each other.
This numbers game it just won't do
I won't engage with someone who views women as a game or competition.
And I'm giving you one more try
I'm giving you one last opportunity to show me you're different from the other guys.
To prove that you're the guy
To prove to me that you are sincere and not playing a numbers game.
Who understands I'm not the same
Who understands that I am not like the other girls you've met before.
And you can't play the numbers game with me
And you won't be able to engage with me if you continue treating women as a game or competition.
You followed me right out the door
You accompanied me when I was leaving the performance venue.
Said if I wanted to see more
You offered a chance to see more or hear another song if I was interested.
You'll play a special song for me
You offered to play a song you composed or dedicated to me.
But do you really think that I can waste one more minute of my time
But I don't believe you deserve any more of my time and attention.
Listening to your stupid guitar
Listening to your guitar music seems pointless to me now.
ONE chance is all you'll get
I'm giving you one opportunity to change yourself and show me you're genuine.
TWO-time and you'll regret it
If you deceive or betray me, you will regret your actions.
THREE wishes for my kisses
I have high expectations for my romantic relationships that you should respect if you desire my affection.
You'd better have to think I'm true
You'd better be certain that I am the one you want.
If you want me to be with you
If you desire to have a romantic relationship with me.
And you can't play the numbers game with me
And you won't be able to engage with me if you continue to treat women as a game or competition.
Contributed by Josiah J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
dannehg
I just randomly came across this nat, I never knew you could sing. amazing :)
Bethany C
Really good!! :) What are the chords?
Julie Dew
Awesome! Keep it up!