Love Is Not A Game
McAuley-Schenker Group Lyrics
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There's no new words to say
You're changing, rearranging
There's a whole new game to play
But this time I think I've lost
Only memories of the past
Tell me where did I go wrong
Was it you all along
Love is not a game
The stakes are high, you're playing with fire
Love is not a game
Knock over the pieces and start it again
You know it 'cause you show it
You should never hide it from me
I'm trying, really trying
To be what you want me to be
These emotions are killing me
I can't let go are you crazy
Thought the pleasure had just begun
Look what we have become
The lyrics of the song "Love Is Not a Game" by the McAuley-Schenker Group talks about the uncertainty and complexity of love and relationships. The first two lines suggest that both parties are aware of their feelings for each other but there are no new words left to articulate them. It seems that they have been through this before as they are changing and rearranging, indicating that they are trying to reinvent or improve their relationship. However, the singer is experiencing doubt and confusion about their situation, and feels that he has lost, left only with memories of the past.
With the chorus, the singer is trying to convey that love is not a game, and the stakes are high when you play with it. The metaphor of playing with fire suggests that love can have dire consequences and that the game is not worth the risk. The second verse reveals that the singer's partner is aware of their love for them but they still have insecurities and unsure of whether they are meeting their partner's expectations. The emotions that he is feeling are destructive and causing him discomfort, but he cannot let go of the relationship. The entire song revolves around a relationship that appears to be coming to an end, but both parties are trying to save it.
Line by Line Meaning
You feel it and I feel it
Both of us are experiencing the same emotions.
There's no new words to say
Our feelings for each other have been expressed and there is no new way to capture that.
You're changing, rearranging
Your behavior and emotions towards me are different now than they used to be.
There's a whole new game to play
Our relationship dynamic has shifted and we must figure out how to move forward with the new changes.
But this time I think I've lost
I am uncertain about where I stand within this changing relationship.
Only memories of the past
I am only left with memories of how things were between us.
Tell me where did I go wrong
I am questioning what I could have done differently to make this relationship work.
Was it you all along
I am wondering if the problem lies solely with my partner's actions or if I also played a role in our current state.
Love is not a game
Love is not something to be played with or taken lightly.
The stakes are high, you're playing with fire
There are serious consequences to our actions and choices within this relationship.
Knock over the pieces and start it again
If things are not working out, we need to be willing to start over and try a new approach.
You know it 'cause you show it
I can see your feelings for me through your actions.
You should never hide it from me
You should always be honest with me about your feelings and intentions within this relationship.
I'm trying, really trying
I am putting in effort to make things work between us.
To be what you want me to be
I am trying to meet your expectations and needs within our relationship.
These emotions are killing me
The intense emotions I am feeling are causing me pain and distress.
I can't let go are you crazy
I am struggling to move on from this relationship and am feeling overwhelmed by my emotions.
Thought the pleasure had just begun
I thought our relationship was just getting started and had potential for growth and happiness.
Look what we have become
Our relationship has changed into something that is causing both of us pain and difficulty.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALLAN NELSON, ROBIN MC AULEY, ROCKY NEWTON
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