The d… Read Full Bio ↴Peter and Kerry is British duo Peter Lyons and Kerry Leatham.
The duo began as an impulsive side-project. The two solo artists, who had become close friends following a years' worth of label-related activities, decided to make use of some spare time one weekend. Having never fully-collaborated, the duo bravely embarked upon an uninterrupted writing and recording session which took place over several days at Lyons' family home in Southampton.
They returned to London with a finished record. Their first release is entitled 'Clothes, Friends, Photos EP'.
Wicked game
Peter and Kerry 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 to "Wicked Game" by Peter and Kerry delve into the complexities of desire, love, and the inherent vulnerability that comes with opening oneself up to romantic feelings. The verses speak of a world engulfed in flames, symbolizing the chaotic nature of human existence. It sets the stage for the intense emotions and actions that arise in the pursuit of love.
The lyrics highlight the power of desire, suggesting that it can drive people to do foolish things. The singer expresses surprise at meeting someone like the person they are addressing, and equally, shock at losing them. The repetitive lines, "No, I don't want to fall in love" and "I want to fall in love," reflect the inner conflict experienced by the singer. They are torn between the fear of getting hurt and the desire to experience love and connection.
The chorus emphasizes the wickedness of the game being played, where the other person is toying with the singer's emotions. It is both cruel and enticing, as it makes the singer crave the person who may not reciprocate their feelings. The lyrics convey the longing and desperation of yearning for someone who doesn't feel the same way. The final line, "Nobody loves no one," serves as a poignant conclusion, suggesting the harsh reality that sometimes love remains unreciprocated.
Overall, "Wicked Game" explores the contradictory aspects of human desire, the risks involved in opening oneself up to love, and the pain that can come from unrequited feelings.
Line by Line Meaning
The world was on fire and no
One could save me but you
In a chaotic world, filled with problems and difficulties, I found solace and salvation in your presence.
It's strange what desire will
Make foolish people do
Desire can lead people to act irrationally and make foolish decisions.
I never dreamed that I'd
Meet somebody like you
I never imagined that I would encounter someone as special and unique as you.
And I never dreamed that I'd
Lose somebody like you
I never envisioned experiencing the pain and loss of losing someone as amazing as you.
No, I don't want to fall in love
(This world is only gonna break your heart)
I am afraid to give my heart to someone and fall in love because this world has a tendency to bring heartbreak and disappointment.
With you with you
(This world is only gonna break your heart)
Even if I develop feelings for you, I fear that the world's inherent nature will eventually lead to our hearts being broken.
What a wicked game to play
To make me feel this way
It is cruel and deceitful to play such manipulative games that evoke these intense emotions within me.
What a wicked thing to do
To let me dream of you
It is unfair and cruel to allow me to cherish fantasies and dreams about a relationship with you, only to shatter them later.
What a wicked thing to say
You never felt this way
It is hurtful and deceptive to claim that you never experienced the same emotions towards me as I did towards you.
What a wicked thing to do
To make me dream of you and
It is a heartless act to manipulate my emotions, leading me to envision a future with you, only to harshly awaken me to the reality of your indifference.
I want to fall in love
(This world is only gonna break your heart)
Deep down, I yearn to experience love and emotional connection, but I am aware of the risks and potential pain that come with it in this world.
No, I want to fall in love
(This world is only gonna break your heart)
With you
Despite my reservations, there is a desire within me to take the risk and fall in love specifically with you, even though this world's inherent nature may bring heartbreak.
The world was on fire and no
One could save me but you
In a world engulfed in chaos and turmoil, you were the one person who had the power to rescue and protect me.
It's strange what desire will
Make foolish people do
Desire can compel individuals to act in irrational and foolish ways, sacrificing their better judgment.
I never dreamed that I'd
Love somebody like you
I never imagined that I would develop such intense feelings of love towards someone as remarkable and exceptional as you.
And I never dreamed that I'd
Lose somebody like you no
Furthermore, I never envisioned experiencing the heartbreaking reality of losing someone as incredible as you.
Nobody loves no one
In a world where affection and love are scarce, it seems that nobody truly loves another person.
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The world was on fire and no one could save me but you.
It's strange what desire 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 wanna fall in love (This love is only gonna break your heart)
No, I don't wanna fall in love (This love is only gonna break your heart)
With you (This love 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 don't wanna fall in love (This world is only gonna break your heart)
No, I don't wanna 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 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, I don't wanna fall in love (This love is only gonna break your heart)
No, I don't wanna fall in love (This love is only gonna break your heart)
With you (This love is only gonna break your heart)
No, I... (This love is only gonna break your heart)
(This love is only gonna break your heart)
Nobody loves no one
Peter and Kerry
We've recorded a new live version of Wicked Game, here: https://youtu.be/sjLgAvBlZTc
Gregory Wilson
Didn’t this used to be a video of y’all playing and singing? Now it’s just a static picture? Or am I mistaken?
MH DH
The best version, thank you, love it listen it Unstoppably, great job keep it up , your deserved more notoriety anyway you are amazing artists.
Thank you
ellimac4
this is such an amazing song! I love all the covers, and from this band I love them! Their voices are so rich and so heartbreaking (in a good way) <3
Nick Bjerg Jensen
Thanks Peter & Kerry for making this version. I love it!
MrSnakeguy86
On repeat. This is spectacular!
Nina Yanson
I love this!! I've been listening to this over and over. It's a beautiful cover❤
Eleanor
Heard this live on Lucy Rose's tour! You guys are actually amazing
Dorota D
Świat stanął w ogniu i nikt prócz Ciebie
nie mógł mnie ocalić..Piękne...
Erika Lima
Cover perfeito 😍😍😍😍😍