Flame
Logan/Robertson Lyrics
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I’ve heard you’ve got a girlfriend
Well I’ve been playing too
This game that you made for us to play
Play by the rules
Don’t be a fool
In this game for two
I hold ace hearts
Bet all my money in that
You would fold her for me
So easily
(Fire with Flames)
Rule of the game don’t play it safe
(Fire with Flames)
Don’t look away keep a poker face
If player one goes and breaks your heart
You better win with all your cards
(Fire with Flames)
Rule number two don’t get too attached
(Fire with Flames)
We’re only playing to hurt him back
This player has won one too many games
But he’s never played a player that fights Fire with Flames
Wear your favorite dress
Roll only tens in
1, 2, 3
Your plea’n
On your knees
Begging for queens like me to have you back
And just like that
The check mate has you
Under its own wraps
Joker on my heart
No hard feelings just deal me my bluff
I’ll pretend to love so I’ll hurt you like you hurt me so easily
(Fire with Flames)
Rule of the game don’t play it safe
(Fire with Flames)
Don’t look away keep a poker face
If player one goes and breaks your heart
You better win with all your cards
(Fire with Flames)
Rule number two don’t get too attached
(Fire with Flames)
We’re only playing to hurt him back
This player has won one too many games
But he’s never played a player that fights Fire with Flames
(Fire with Flames)
Rule of the game don’t play it safe
(Fire with Flames)
Don’t look away keep a poker face
If player one goes and breaks your heart
You better win with all your cards
(Fire with Flames)
Rule number two don’t get too attached
(Fire with Flames)
We’re only playing to hurt him back
This player has won one too many games
But he’s never played a player that fights Fire with Flames
The lyrics of the song "Flame" by Logan/Robertson describe a dynamic between two individuals who are engaged in a game of love and manipulation. The singer acknowledges that it has been a while since they last interacted and learns that the other person now has a girlfriend. However, the singer reveals that they have also been involved in playing games, indicating that they are not innocent in this situation. The game is described as one that was created for both of them to participate in.
The first verse advises the person they are addressing not to be foolish and to play by the rules of this game for two. The singer claims to hold the advantage with "ace hearts" but urges the joker, the other person, to come closer and place a bet. The singer believes that they can manipulate the joker's girlfriend so easily that they would end up breaking up.
The chorus emphasizes the rules of the game. Rule number one is not to play it safe, to take risks in love. Rule number two is not to get too emotionally attached, as this is only a game to hurt the other person. The singer emphasizes their determination to win, telling the other person that if their heart is broken by another player (player one), they must win the game using all their cards. This reveals a game of emotional manipulation and revenge.
In the second verse, the singer instructs the other person to wear their favorite dress and "roll only tens," meaning they should excel and perform flawlessly in this game. The singer describes the other person pleading on their knees, desperately begging to have the singer back. However, the singer relishes in their newfound power over the other person, using the metaphor of a checkmate to indicate that they have trapped them. The joker holds the singer's heart, but the singer doesn't harbor any ill feelings and only wants what they believe is their deserved retribution.
The chorus is repeated after the second verse, emphasizing the rules of the game. The final line of the song suggests that the other person has been successful in winning many games against others but has never encountered a player who fights back with the same intensity and manipulation ("fire with flames").
Overall, the lyrics depict a toxic and manipulative relationship where the two individuals use love as a weapon to hurt and seek retaliation against each other. The song highlights the power dynamics and emotional games that can occur within romantic relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey it’s been awhile
It has been a long time since we last spoke
I’ve heard you’ve got a girlfriend
I heard that you are in a relationship with someone else
Well I’ve been playing too
I have also been engaging in a similar game
This game that you made for us to play
You created this game for us to participate in
Play by the rules
Follow the rules of the game
Don’t be a fool
Do not act foolishly
In this game for two
We are both involved in this game
I hold ace hearts
I have the advantage in this game
But hey joker come closer
However, the joker in this game should come closer
Bet all my money in that
I am willing to risk everything on the outcome
You would fold her for me
You would abandon your current girlfriend for me
So easily
Without hesitation
(Fire with Flames)
Engaging in a fierce, passionate battle
Rule of the game don’t play it safe
The rule of the game is to take risks
Don’t look away keep a poker face
Do not show any emotions, maintain a neutral expression
If player one goes and breaks your heart
If the person you are currently in a relationship with hurts you
You better win with all your cards
You need to emerge victorious by using all your resources
Rule number two don’t get too attached
The second rule is to not develop strong emotional connections
We’re only playing to hurt him back
We are only participating in this game to seek revenge on him
This player has won one too many games
This person has successfully won numerous games
But he’s never played a player that fights Fire with Flames
However, he has never encountered someone who fights back ferociously
Wear your favorite dress
Dress up in the outfit you like the most
Roll only tens in 1, 2, 3
Achieve high scores consistently in each roll
Your plea’n
You are begging
On your knees
You are on the ground, in a submissive position
Begging for queens like me to have you back
Pleading for someone like me to take you back
And just like that
Suddenly, without warning
The check mate has you
You are trapped, unable to escape
Under its own wraps
Under its control, powerless
Joker on my heart
You have a significant impact on my emotions
No hard feelings just deal me my bluff
No ill will intended, play along with my deceitful tactics
I’ll pretend to love so I’ll hurt you like you hurt me so easily
I will feign love in order to cause you the same pain you inflicted on me effortlessly
Wear your favorite dress
Put on your preferred attire
Roll only tens in 1, 2, 3
Achieve high scores consistently in each roll
Your plea’n
You are pleading
On your knees
You are in a submissive position
Begging for queens like me to have you back
Desperately begging for someone like me to reconcile with you
And just like that
Suddenly, in an instant
The check mate has you
You are trapped with no way out
Under its own wraps
Completely controlled, powerless
Joker on my heart
You have a strong hold on my emotions
No hard feelings just deal me my bluff
There are no ill feelings, just accept my deceitful actions
I’ll pretend to love so I’ll hurt you like you hurt me so easily
I will fake my love for you in order to inflict the same pain on you that you caused me effortlessly
(Fire with Flames)
Engaging in an intense battle with fierce determination
Rule of the game don’t play it safe
The rule of the game is to take risks and avoid playing cautiously
Don’t look away keep a poker face
Do not divert your gaze and maintain a neutral expression
If player one goes and breaks your heart
If the person you are currently in a relationship with hurts you emotionally
You better win with all your cards
You must emerge victorious by utilizing all your strategies
Rule number two don’t get too attached
The second rule is to not become deeply emotionally involved
We’re only playing to hurt him back
Our sole intention is to cause him pain as revenge
This player has won one too many games
This person has triumphed in numerous games before
But he’s never played a player that fights Fire with Flames
However, he has never encountered someone who fights back fiercely and passionately
(Fire with Flames)
Engaging in a fierce battle with intense determination
Rule of the game don’t play it safe
The rule of the game is to take risks and avoid playing cautiously
Don’t look away keep a poker face
Do not avert your gaze and maintain a neutral expression
If player one goes and breaks your heart
If the person you are currently in a relationship with hurts you emotionally
You better win with all your cards
You must emerge victorious by utilizing all your strategies
Rule number two don’t get too attached
The second rule is to not become deeply emotionally involved
We’re only playing to hurt him back
We are only participating in this game to seek revenge on him
This player has won one too many games
This person has triumphed in numerous games before
But he’s never played a player that fights Fire with Flames
However, he has never encountered someone who fights back fiercely and passionately
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Logan Myers
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@marklutz8002
WottA GREAT UnderRated Album!
@clarkmatteson2465
Very cool
@mrderis
Thank you very much !
@williamtooker7456
Sounds like phenoix is haunting the paradise again ahhhhhh
@74Diamondgirl
I like it. Very different vibe!
@thomascastrovillo9256
Sounds alot like the late ray Gillian. Rowan is a great guitar player
@JoseGarcia-jt3jp
He got a great guitar sound here more vintage with great riffs writing.
@christianw.9058
Totally agree
@lisellesloan3191
It's Ray Gillen. But good observation! Oni and Ray were friends, and Oni doubtless admired Ray's singing.
@74Diamondgirl
@lisellesloan3191 it is Oni.