He became famous, winning the german casting-show "Star-Search"
His first solo single, "Angel Of Berlin" entered the German Chart at number one.
Martin has duetted with Tarja Turunen ("Leaving You For Me") and acted as the lead singer & guitarist for the German band Enrichment.
Losing Game
Martin Kesici Lyrics
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She's a death-trap when used in war
How can you tell the beginning from the end?
There's something in her eyes
She can't pretend
[Chorus]
I promised myself that I
But we play a losing game
I know when the time has come
Cause the numbers going bad
And I don't believe that you care
You hold a pistol to my head
?cause if I can't live
You want me dead
So many people
Floating with a dream
But tell me do they know
What it means to believe
[Chorus]
I've got nothing more to say
Where's that ace to play?
Our music is better
But it can't last forever
But if we play something else
Something without grace
I don't like to explain
It will take away the pain
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Losing Game by Martin Kesici present a complex story of a failing relationship in which one person senses that it's coming to an end before the other does, and thus tries to hold onto it even though it's a losing battle. The first verse, "I know she's riding for a fall. She's a death-trap when used in war. How can you tell the beginning from the end? There's something in her eyes. She can't pretend," suggests that the woman in the relationship is heading towards a downfall and is unstable when in conflict. The singer of the song is aware of this impending disaster, but the other person is still in denial, trying to pretend that everything is alright.
In the chorus, the singer resolves to try and make the other person stay, but still knows that it is a losing game, as it is too late to change the course of events. "I promised myself that I would try to make you stay. But we play a losing game. I know when the time has come, 'cause the numbers going bad, and I don't believe that you care," presents the singer's wishful thinking and hope that they can fix the relationship, but at the same time, they can see that the writing is clearly on the wall.
The second verse brings another metaphor into the mix, "You hold a pistol to my head, 'cause if I can't live, you want me dead. So many people floating with a dream, but tell me, do they know what it means to believe?" It speaks of a sense of coercion and emotional blackmail by the other person, who would rather see the singer die than leave, and simultaneously questions the idea of belief and how it plays a role in people's lives. Overall, the song is a poignant exploration of human relationships that are past their sell-by date.
Line by Line Meaning
I know she's riding for a fall
I am aware that she is heading towards a failure or downfall.
She's a death-trap when used in war
She is dangerous and can cause destruction in a conflict.
How can you tell the beginning from the end?
It is difficult to differentiate between the start and the finish.
There's something in her eyes
There is something in the way she looks that reveals the truth.
She can't pretend
She cannot act or deceive anymore.
I promised myself that I
Would try to make you stay
But we play a losing game
I intended to persuade you to remain, but we are engaging in a futile endeavor.
I know when the time has come
Cause the numbers going bad
And I don't believe that you care
I can sense when the situation is worsening, and I doubt your concern for me.
You hold a pistol to my head
?cause if I can't live
You want me dead
You are forcing me to decide between death and discomfort or survival.
So many people
Floating with a dream
But tell me do they know
What it means to believe
Numerous individuals are existing with a goal, but are they aware of the meaning of conviction?
I've got nothing more to say
Where's that ace to play?
I have nothing further to express, what solution can we come up with?
Our music is better
But it can't last forever
But if we play something else
Something without grace
Although our music is exceptional, it cannot be eternal. However, adapting to something lacking finesse is not preferable.
I don't like to explain
It will take away the pain
I am disinclined to clarify as it will cause unpleasantness.
I promised myself that I
Would try to make you stay
But we play a losing game
My objective was to maintain your presence, but unfortunately, we are engaged in an unproductive activity.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JAMES CARR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Nuclear 89
чёрт возьми, насколько же эта песня близка мне.. Именно под неё я лишился своей первой и единственной девушки..
Mya Elba
I don't know how Martin Stenmarck sang it, but Martin Kesici killed this song !!
J
Omg everytime I listen to music from Europe, it seems like I can never find a bad song. I need to leave the U.S. and move to Europe.
Mars Königin
Ich mag das Lied. ❤️ Es ist sehr schön
tv81
Wow! Finally sombody put this song on the web! Tanks RoniLironi, for I've been looking for this song all over. It's the best song ever done by german casting stars (beginers) and one of the best produced at the beginning of the Millenium.
olliuf97
Schade schade dass dieses Lied in den Charts nicht erfolgreicher war. Um einiges besser als "Angel of Berlin"
Mishoshi95
jest świetny
clayton Underwood
excellent tune
XGrokX
ich finde ihn total klasse :D
Carlos Zubieta
oh! great song :) of Martin Kesici saludos!!!