Wicked game
Peter Jöback & Sia Lyrics
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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 world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I don't want to 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 to 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 want to fall in love
(This world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I want to 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
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
No, I want to fall in love
(This world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I want to fall in love
(This world is only gonna break your heart)
With you
(This world is only gonna break your heart)
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
The lyrics of "Wicked Game" by Peter Jöback and Sia delve into the complex emotions and turmoil that can arise from desire and love. The opening lines immediately set a dramatic scene, describing a world in chaos and fire, where only one person can provide solace and salvation. This sets the tone for a passionate and tumultuous relationship where desire drives people to behave irrationally and make decisions they never thought they would.
The repeated refrain of not wanting to fall in love builds a sense of resignation and inevitability, suggesting a fear of getting hurt in a world that is perceived as inherently heart-breaking. The juxtaposition of desire and fear creates a palpable tension throughout the song, as the singer acknowledges the risks of love yet cannot resist the pull towards it, particularly towards the one person who seems to have a powerful hold over them.
The concept of a "wicked game" takes center stage in the lyrics, portraying love as a deceptive and manipulative force that can lead to intense feelings and illusions. The singer reflects on the ways in which this game has made them feel vulnerable and exposed, as well as the conflicting emotions of longing and betrayal that accompany it. The chorus emphasizes the idea that love can be a destructive force, breaking hearts and leaving pain in its wake.
The closing lines, "Nobody loves no one," bring a sense of finality and desolation to the song, suggesting a realization that love may ultimately lead to loneliness and unfulfilled expectations. The lyrics overall paint a vivid picture of the complexities of desire, love, and loss, capturing the tumultuous journey of a passionate yet ultimately doomed relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
The world was on fire and no one could save me but you
In a world full of chaos and destruction, only you were able to bring me peace and salvation.
It's strange what desire will make foolish people do
Desire has the power to drive even the most rational individuals to act irrationally and foolishly.
I never dreamed that I'd meet somebody like you
I never imagined I would find someone as special and unique as you in my life.
And I never dreamed that I'd lose somebody like you
I never thought I would have to experience losing someone as significant and cherished as you.
No, I don't want to fall in love (This world is only gonna break your heart)
I'm hesitant to open my heart to love, knowing that this cruel world has the potential to cause immense heartbreak.
What a wicked game to play to make me feel this way
Engaging in manipulative or deceitful actions that lead me to feel vulnerable or emotionally distressed.
What a wicked thing to do to let me dream of you
It's malicious to allow me to fantasize about a future with you, knowing it may never come true.
What a wicked thing to say you never felt this way
It's deceitful to claim you never reciprocated these feelings, causing confusion and emotional turmoil.
No, I want to fall in love (This world is only gonna break your heart)
Despite the risks of heartache, I desire to experience love and all its complexities.
With you
Specifically with you, amidst the potential pain that may come.
Nobody loves no one
This statement reflects the harsh reality that in the end, everyone is responsible for their own emotional well-being, as love isn't guaranteed from others.
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Billy James Romias
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 world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I don't want to 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 to 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 want to fall in love. (This world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I want to 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
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
No, I want to fall in love. (This world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I want to fall in love. (This world is only gonna break your heart)
With you. (This world is only gonna break your heart)
With you. (This world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I... (This world is only gonna break your heart)
kaaa74
This is the song that I was listening with my sister before she died a year ago. She loved it. Today I finally found the courrage to listen it again. Beautiful cover. I miss you Světlano.
Emelie
I'm sorry ❤️
Laylaa
Sia is the best singer in this whole world!!!
Danielle Lombardi
No this is a Chris Isaac original song but I certainly love love love this rendition. Just another in a long line of her early duets that are absolutely works of art.
Deon K
Danielle Lombardi ? It's not Chris Isaacs song?? It's Raigns
Alex61
Yeah, I'm sure Raign wrote this song back in 1989...
Eric Carter
lol
Marissa Damasceno
It was written by Chris Isaak in 1989
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked_Game
Billy James Romias
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 world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I don't want to 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 to 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 want to fall in love. (This world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I want to 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
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
No, I want to fall in love. (This world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I want to fall in love. (This world is only gonna break your heart)
With you. (This world is only gonna break your heart)
With you. (This world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I... (This world is only gonna break your heart)
Micah Rogers
What a great cover.👏👏👏