Don't Cry
The Game Lyrics


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Blood red summer, neon nights
Diamond gypsy in shadow light
Feeling hungry, need a thrill
Eyes to cut me legs to kill

Andi'm down for the weekend
Got a buck and a love for the deep end
You got a story a secret for keeping
And I want, yes I want it, I want it

A wolf when the moons out
I found god in a dive with the lights down
You said you're dying to get outa this town
Yeah you want it, you want it

What am I supposed to do
Dying to get to you
Living in a mad world, no lie
She told me bad girls don't cry

Looking for something true
Putting my hand on you
Tell me are you sad girl, oh why
She told me bad girls don't cry

Midnight dancer, take my hand
Maybe I'm your kinda man, she said
Everyday it's Halloween
Little boys and lipstick dreams

And I'm sprung like a first date
With the cash in my hand got me checkmate
You keep your heart in a vault with a brass case
But I want it, yes I want, I want it

You move when the song plays
Say you live in a world full of dog days
And you dream of a life out of this cage
And you're on it, you're on it

What am I supposed to do
Dying to get to you
Living in a mad world, no lie
She told me bad girls don't cry

Looking for something true
Putting my hand on you
Won't you tell me are you sad girl, oh why
She told me bad girls don't cry

What am I supposed to do
Dying to get to you
Living in a mad world, no lie
She told me bad girls don't cry

Looking for something true
Putting my hand on you
Won't you tell me are you sad girl, oh why
She told me bad girls don't cry





She told me bad girls don't cry

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in The Game's song "Don't Cry" tell the story of a man who is seeking a captivating and exhilarating experience. Through his travels, he's found himself entranced by "blood red summers" and "neon nights" as he searches for something that will give him a thrill. Additionally, he's drawn to a woman who has a story to tell, a secret to keep, and who may provide him with the excitement he is seeking. He's willing to take risks and is captivated by "bad girls" who don't show their emotions.


The lyrics also speak to the man's desire to find something real and genuine, and he puts his hand on the woman to see if she can provide that for him. He finds himself drawn to the mystery and the excitement of the woman and the world she represents, even though he knows it's not necessarily the safest or most rational path to take.


Overall, the lyrics in "Don't Cry" can be interpreted as a reflection of someone who is seeking something beyond the mundane aspects of life. The man is drawn to the risk and excitement of an unconventional path, even if it isn't necessarily the safest or most rational one.


Line by Line Meaning

Blood red summer, neon nights
The summer is hot and the nights are colorful, yet mysterious.


Diamond gypsy in shadow light
A beautiful and free-spirited person who can only be seen in the shadows.


Feeling hungry, need a thrill
Craving excitement and adventure.


Eyes to cut me legs to kill
A gaze so sharp it could harm, or even kill.


Andi'm down for the weekend
I'm ready for some fun and relaxation.


Got a buck and a love for the deep end
I have some money and a thirst for adventure.


You got a story a secret for keeping
You have a tale to tell, with secrets to keep.


And I want, yes I want it, I want it
I am eager to hear your story and know your secrets.


A wolf when the moons out
Feeling wild and free, especially under the moonlight.


I found god in a dive with the lights down
I had a spiritual experience while in a dimly lit bar or club.


You said you're dying to get outa this town
You want to leave this place and start a new adventure.


Yeah you want it, you want it
You have a strong desire for change and a new life.


What am I supposed to do
I am unsure of how to proceed.


Dying to get to you
I am eager to be with you.


Living in a mad world, no lie
This world is crazy and chaotic, it's not an exaggeration.


She told me bad girls don't cry
The artist was told that strong, independent women do not show their emotions through tears.


Looking for something true
Searching for something real and genuine.


Putting my hand on you
Reaching out and making a physical connection with you.


Tell me are you sad girl, oh why
Asking if you are feeling down, and wanting to know the reason behind it.


Midnight dancer, take my hand
The artist is inviting someone to dance with them in the darkness of midnight.


Maybe I'm your kinda man, she said
The other person is indicating that the artist might be their perfect match.


Everyday it's Halloween
Life is full of surprises and it's always an adventure.


Little boys and lipstick dreams
Childish fantasies and dreams can still be present in adulthood.


And I'm sprung like a first date
The artist is infatuated, just like on a first date.


With the cash in my hand got me checkmate
The singer has some money and feels like they are in control of the situation.


You keep your heart in a vault with a brass case
The other person is guarded, keeping their emotions locked up like precious belongings in a secure vault.


But I want it, yes I want, I want it
Despite the other person's guard, the singer still desires to know them on a deeper level.


You move when the song plays
The other person is entranced by music, and moves to its rhythm.


Say you live in a world full of dog days
The other person's life is hard and sometimes unbearable, like sweltering summer days.


And you dream of a life out of this cage
Despite all the difficulties, the other person still imagines a better life for themselves.


And you're on it, you're on it
The other person is determined to make their dreams a reality.


Won't you tell me are you sad girl, oh why
Asking again if the other person is feeling down, and trying to understand why.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARTIN JOHNSON, RYAN MCMAHON, BEN BERGER, RYAN RABIN, FRANCOIS TETAZ

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Comments from YouTube:

@xxNiceShexx

Dobra nuteczka...Game jak zawsze się spisał ;-*

@Snicklefritsz

my first time hearing this i was 13 and im 23 i still love this song

@steadyadding8337

Snicklefritsz 14 in 05 ,bought this right after,westsidestory

@djwillofficialreactions1546

Snicklefritsz me and you are the same age because I'm 25 now, but I was listening to this at 13 in Junior High...I had this with DVD included

@wiggad2456

Willie McMillian I'm feeling you,s I'm a gameiac . don't cry

@guterz

For real I was 14 in 04 when it dropped....29 now still feelin it.

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@darkbreath19

how could someone dislike this

@Krafty

Damn, this takes me back. This was one of my favourite joints from Untold Story.

@shaytalia2784

love dis track me and my daughter rocking this tune heavy

@phorse323

It's natural for artist to sound different as time passes. Voices change with time. Eminem sounds different now too

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