Wicked Game
Kris Isak Lyrics


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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 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, with you (this girl 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 wanna fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
No, I wanna 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 never dreamed that I'd love somebody like you.
And I never dreamed that I'd lose somebody like you,

No, I wanna fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
No, I wanna 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.

Overall Meaning

Kris Isak's Wicked Game is a song that explores the complexities of desire and love. The opening lines, "The world was on fire and no one could save me but you," convey a sense of desperation, as if the singer is in a state of crisis and the only way out is through the person they desire. The song suggests that love is not necessarily a positive force; it can be dangerous and destructive. The line "It's strange what desire will make foolish people do" highlights this theme, as the singer acknowledges the irrationality of their attraction.


The chorus, "No, I don't want to fall in love / With you" reinforces the idea that love is not always a good thing. The singer recognizes that the person they desire is not good for them and will only break their heart. However, the singer is unable to resist this person, no matter how much they try to avoid falling in love.


The song's title, "Wicked Game," refers to the game of love and desire, which can be a dangerous and unpredictable game to play. In the end, the song's closing line "Nobody loves no one" suggests that even though love can be powerful, in the end, it may be ultimately futile.


Line by Line Meaning

The world was on fire and no one could save me but you.
I was in a difficult situation and only you could help me out of it.


It's strange what desire will make foolish people do.
Sometimes people act foolishly when they want something or someone badly enough.


I never dreamed that I'd meet somebody like you.
I didn't think I'd ever find someone as special as you in my life.


And I never dreamed that I'd lose somebody like you.
I never thought I'd have to experience the pain of losing someone as important as you.


No, I don't want to fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
I am hesitant to get too close to you because I fear you will ultimately hurt me.


With you, with you (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
Even though I enjoy spending time with you, I am still worried about getting too attached.


What a wicked game you play to make me feel this way.
You are playing with my emotions in a cruel and hurtful way, causing me to feel confused and hurt.


What a wicked thing to do, to let me dream of you.
It was unkind of you to let me believe that we could have something real, when you had no intention of following through.


What a wicked thing to say, you never felt this way.
It was cruel for you to tell me that you didn't feel the same way, when you knew I had strong feelings for you.


What a wicked thing to do, to make me dream of you
It was unkind and unfair of you to lead me on and make me believe there could be something between us.


And I wanna fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
Even though I know there is a risk involved, I can't help but want to be with you and be vulnerable.


No, I wanna fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
I am conflicted about my feelings for you, as I am scared of getting hurt but also can't resist the attraction.


The world was on fire and no one could save me but you.
You were my savior in a time when I desperately needed someone to rely on.


It's strange what desire will make foolish people do.
When we want something badly enough, we may be willing to do foolish things to obtain it.


I never dreamed that I'd love somebody like you.
I didn't think I was capable of feeling such strong love for another person before I met you.


And I never dreamed that I'd lose somebody like you,
Losing someone as important and special as you was something I never even considered.


No, I wanna fall in love (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
Despite the risk, I am unable to resist my desire to be with you and fall in love.


With you (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
Even though I know there is a chance that you will hurt me, I can't help but want to be with you.


With you (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
I am aware of the risks involved in pursuing a relationship with you, but I am willing to take that chance.


No, I... (this girl is only gonna break your heart)
I am still hesitant to fully commit to a relationship with you because of the fear of being hurt.


(this girl is only gonna break your heart)
I am constantly reminding myself of the risk involved in pursuing a relationship with you and trying to guard my heart.


Nobody loves no one.
Everyone is capable of love, but sometimes that love may not be reciprocated or the relationship doesn't work out.




Writer(s): CHRIS ISAAK

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@captainnikolascolt

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



All comments from YouTube:

@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…

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