The Winner
The Winner Lyrics
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About things we've gone through
Though it's hurting me
Now it's history
I've played all my cards
And that's what you've done too
Nothing more to say
No more ace to play
The winner takes it all
The loser's standing small
Beside the victory
That's her destiny
I was in your arms
Thinking I belonged there
I figured it made sense
Building me a fence
Building me a home
Thinking I'd be strong there
But I was a fool
Playing by the rules
The gods may throw the dice
Their minds as cold as ice
And someone way down here
Loses someone dear
The winner takes it all
The loser has to fall
It's simple and it's plain
Why should I complain?
But tell me does she kiss
Like I used to kiss you?
Does it feel the same
When she calls your name?
Somewhere deep inside
You must know I miss you
But what can I say?
Rules must be obeyed
The judges will decide
The likes of me abide
Spectators of the show
Always staying low
The game is on again
A lover or a friend
A big thing or a small
The winner takes it all
I don't wanna talk
If it makes you feel sad
And I understand
You've come to shake my hand
I apologize
If it makes you feel bad
Seeing me so tense
No self-confidence
But you see
The winner takes it all
The winner takes it all
The Winners' "Take It All" is a soulful song that delves deep into the emotions of being in a relationship that didn't work out, and the inevitable heartbreak that becomes a reality when one party is left to mourn the loss of the other. The song features lyrics that are both melancholic and contemplative, and they paint a vivid picture of a relationship that has met its end. The opening verse of the song sets the tone for what's to come by refusing to revisit the past: "I don't wanna talk about the things we've gone through, though it's hurting me now, it's history."
The chorus of the song reveals the true message that the songwriter is trying to convey. It states that "the winner takes it all, the loser's standing small beside the victory, that's her destiny." This suggests that in every relationship, there is always a winner and a loser, and in this case, the person who has been left behind is the one who has lost. The second verse explains that the singer was once in the arms of their lover, and they had thought that they belonged there. However, this was not to be the case. They had been foolish to think that they were strong enough to play by the rules of the game, and as a result, they had lost.
Overall, "Take It All" is a beautiful, emotive song that deals with themes of heartbreak, separation and loss. It has become a classic of its era, and it continues to be recognized as one of the most poignant and heartbreaking songs of all time.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't wanna talk
I refuse to discuss
About things we've gone through
Past events are off the table
Though it's hurting me
Even though it's causing me pain
Now it's history
It's over and done with
I've played all my cards
I've done everything I can
And that's what you've done too
You've exhausted all your options
Nothing more to say
There's no more to discuss
No more ace to play
There's no secret weapon left
The winner takes it all
The victor gains everything
The loser's standing small
The defeated is insignificant
Beside the victory
Next to the triumph
That's her destiny
It was meant for her to win
I was in your arms
I used to be close to you
Thinking I belonged there
I assumed it was my place
I figured it made sense
I rationalized it in my mind
Building me a fence
Guarding my heart
Building me a home
Creating a stable environment
Thinking I'd be strong there
Believing it would make me resilient
But I was a fool
I was mistaken
Playing by the rules
Following conventions
The gods may throw the dice
Chance plays a role
Their minds as cold as ice
They are emotionless
And someone way down here
A person far below the surface
Loses someone dear
Suffers a significant loss
The loser has to fall
The defeated is required to lose
It's simple and it's plain
It's straightforward
Why should I complain?
There's no reason to gripe
But tell me does she kiss
I'm curious to know
Like I used to kiss you?
Is it how we used to do it?
Does it feel the same
Is it as intense?
When she calls your name?
When she says your name?
Somewhere deep inside
Buried within
You must know I miss you
You must be aware that I long for you
But what can I say?
But I can't express it
Rules must be obeyed
There are guidelines to follow
The judges will decide
Those in charge will make the call
The likes of me abide
People such as myself comply
Spectators of the show
Onlookers of the program
Always staying low
Keeping out of sight
The game is on again
It's time to play once more
A lover or a friend
Could it be romantic or platonic?
A big thing or a small
Significant or unimportant?
If it makes you feel sad
If it causes you distress
And I understand
I sympathize
You've come to shake my hand
You've arrived to say farewell
I apologize
I'm sorry
If it makes you feel bad
If it causes you discomfort
Seeing me so tense
Observing me so nervous
No self-confidence
Lacking assurance in myself
But you see
However
The winner takes it all
The victorious claims everything
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K Ulvaeus
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Momo Ngegame
Kepada teman2 Indonesia atau pendukung Putri tetap INGAT!!, ini acara Amerika dengan voting oleh penduduk AMERIKA, hargai hasil voting dan PILIHAN merekaa, JANGAN berlebihan dan menjelekan pilihan/pesertanya... Justru harusnya kita bersyukur dengan AGT putri jadi dikenal sedunia, jaga juga perasaan n ketentraman saudara2 kita yang tinggal di sana... INGAT-INGAT ini hanyalah Talent Show tetap SANTUI dan SANTUN ❤👍 *tolong like agar tidak tenggelam
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thisismetoday
Thank you for saying this!!
mitha lakoni
Iya bener bgt..kita gak bisa maksa penduduk amerika untk vote putri menjadi pemenang..tolong dijaga jarinya jgn bikin huru hara ...walaupun putri tdk juara..tapi dia sdh memberikan
penampilan terbaiknya...putrinya aja pasti legowo menerima keputusan kenapa justru para netizen yg sewot...🤦♀️🤦♀️
dee renz
Agree! ❤
Siege Jay
I'm sad Avantgardey didn't make it to the Top 5, but Murmuration was also incredible. I would've loved it if both of them got to the Top 5.
WanderingWW
I believe there was discrimination against Avantgardey.
Paradiseana
I think this group should have won. They put on an amazing performance. Not shaming the winner. Wish him/dog the best. But I can't hide my disappointment. AGT didn't get it right! I guess everyone deserves a chance. Even a dog act.☹️
Perry K
If the people who watch AGT had any sense of talent, Avantgardey would have won !