Games
Lennon Stella Lyrics
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Yeah, I swear that's all you wanna do
But when I text and I call
Then I don't hear back from you
And when I almost let go
It's like you just know what to do
To keep me hanging on
Stuck on your every move (ah)
If I wait, then you're gonna wait double (ah)
It's not love, it's a power struggle (ah)
And we keep going around and around
I think I figured you out
You like games, games, games
Way more than you like me
You like games, games, games
But that's all we'll ever be
'Cause you like games
And I don't wanna play no longer
Game over
You used to try to find a way
To write all your behaviors off
'Cause you always used to say
That it's hard for you to trust
No
And it hurts to not stay
I already gave so much
But the only way to get it back
Is to give you up (ah)
If I wait, then you're gonna wait double (ah)
It's not love, it's a power struggle (ah)
And we keep going around and around
I think I figured you out
You like games, games, games
Way more than you like me
You like games, games, games
But that's all we'll ever be
'Cause you like games
And I don't wanna play no longer
Game over
The song "Games" by Lennon Stella is about a relationship that is not going anywhere because one person is more interested in playing games than being in a real relationship. The lyrics describe the frustration of the other person in the relationship who is trying to make things work but constantly feels like they are being played. The singer notes that when they don't want to talk, the other person does, but when they reach out, they don't get a response. They also feel like they are being kept hanging on and stuck on the other person's every move.
The chorus of the song is particularly powerful as it repeats the phrase "You like games, games, games" over and over. The repetition highlights the fact that this person is not interested in an actual relationship and just wants to play games. The singer realizes that they will never have a real relationship with this person because they are not interested in that. The song ends with the phrase "game over," indicating that the singer has had enough and is ready to move on.
Overall, "Games" is a relatable and powerful song about the frustration of trying to make a relationship work when the other person is not interested in something real. It highlights the importance of being honest about your intentions in a relationship and not playing games with people's emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
When I don't wanna talk
When I prefer to be quiet and not communicate my thoughts or feelings
Yeah, I swear that's all you wanna do
You seem to always want to talk, even when I don't
But when I text and I call
When I make an effort to reach out to you
Then I don't hear back from you
I receive no response from you, even though I tried to make contact
And when I almost let go
When I consider giving up on this relationship
It's like you just know what to do
You seem to sense that I am losing interest and change your behavior accordingly
To keep me hanging on
To make sure I remain emotionally invested in the relationship
Stuck on your every move (ah)
I am fixated on everything you do and say, even when it is not in my best interest
If I wait, then you're gonna wait double (ah)
If I delay in responding to you, you will purposefully delay even longer in responding to me
It's not love, it's a power struggle (ah)
Our relationship is not based on love and mutual respect, but rather on a constant battle for control and dominance
And we keep going around and around
We are stuck in a pattern of behavior that never changes or progresses
I think I figured you out
I believe I understand your true motives and intentions in this relationship
You like games, games, games
You enjoy playing mind games and manipulating me for your own benefit
Way more than you like me
You care more about the thrill of the game than about our relationship itself
But that's all we'll ever be
Our relationship will never progress beyond this cycle of manipulation and power struggles
'Cause you like games
You are addicted to playing these mind games and cannot stop
And I don't wanna play no longer
I am tired of being manipulated and emotionally controlled by you
Game over
Our relationship is finished and there is no turning back
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Caroline Ailin Buvik Furoeyen, Kevin White, Michael Woods, Lennon Stella
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
NPG123
When I don't wanna talk
Yeah, I swear that's all you wanna do
But when I text and I call
Then I don't hear back from you
And when I almost let go
It's like you just know what to do
To keep me hanging on
Stuck on your every move (Ah, ah)
If I wait, then you're gonna wait double (Ah, ah)
It's not love, it's a power struggle (Ah, ah)
And we keep going around and around
I think I figured you out
You like games, games, games
Way more than you like me
You like games, games, games
But that's all we'll ever be
'Cause you like games
And I don't wanna play no longer
Game over
You used to try and find a way
To write all your behaviors off
'Cause you always used to say
That it's hard for you to trust
No
And it hurts to not stay
I already gave so much
But the only way to get it…
Cc Lavigne
this album has not a single skip. LENNON THIS ALBUM IS A LYRICAL MASTERPIECE AND THE MELODIES AND HARMONIES AND METAPHORS OH MY GODDDDD
Blær Olivia
EVERYTHING IS ON POINT
Marie-Christine
“It’s not love it’s a power struggle” wow I can’t you’re perfect
NPG123
When I don't wanna talk
Yeah, I swear that's all you wanna do
But when I text and I call
Then I don't hear back from you
And when I almost let go
It's like you just know what to do
To keep me hanging on
Stuck on your every move (Ah, ah)
If I wait, then you're gonna wait double (Ah, ah)
It's not love, it's a power struggle (Ah, ah)
And we keep going around and around
I think I figured you out
You like games, games, games
Way more than you like me
You like games, games, games
But that's all we'll ever be
'Cause you like games
And I don't wanna play no longer
Game over
You used to try and find a way
To write all your behaviors off
'Cause you always used to say
That it's hard for you to trust
No
And it hurts to not stay
I already gave so much
But the only way to get it…
Chelsea Ozanic
If anyone needs me, I’ll be under my bed crying and eating 87608 chicken nuggets. This one hit me right in the feels.
Blær Olivia
@Tunisia All In One تونس you’re not alone
Tunisia All In One تونس
I wish. I have no money for chicken nuggets
The Mango
I felt that
DellPickles
The best breakup and healing album of the decade.
Thank you Lennon 💜
Tyler Jones
“it’s not love, it’s a power struggle” this line hits me to my cooooreee