Theory of a Deadman (or Theory for short) is a rock band from North Delta, … Read Full Bio ↴Theory of a Deadman (or Theory for short) is a rock band from North Delta, British Columbia, Canada, formed in 2001, signed by Nickelback vocalist Chad Kroeger to 604 Records, after lead singer Tyler Connolly gave Kroeger a demo tape. The band also includes traits of other music styles, such as country, metal and more acoustic elements. Theory has released six studio albums and three #1 hits on the Mainstream Rock Chart. The band scored the entire soundtrack for the video game, "Indigo Prophecy" / "Fahrenheit".

Theory of a Deadman's fourth studio album, The Truth Is.. was released on July 12, 2011. The Truth Is... (I Lied About Everything) Songfacts reports it was inspired by the divorce that Tyler Connolly went through in 2010.

Current bandmembers:
Tyler Connolly – lead vocals, lead guitar (2001–present)
Dave Brenner – rhythm guitar (2001–present)
Dean Back – bass (2001–present)
Joey Dandeneau – drums (2009–present)

Former members
Tim Hart – drums (2001–2004)
Brent Fitz – drums (2004–2007)
Robin Diaz – drums (2007–2009)

Discography
Theory of a Deadman (2002)
Gasoline (2005)
Scars & Souvenirs (2008)
The Truth Is.. (2011)
Savages (2014)
Wake Up Call (2017)
Say Nothing (2020)

Deadly Game
Theory of a Deadman Lyrics

Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴

Roll the dice, play your cards
Break the rules, that's who you are
Whoever said play it safe never played the game
Too many players but too many pawns
So many judges say what's right or wrong
Let them jump into the fire if they want to play (play)

'Cause it's a deadly game that we play as we live our lives

When we say what is on our minds,
Play it now before the game is over

Two simple rules the devil hands us
Make your mistakes, but no second chances
Everytime we stand up is another chance to fall (fall)

'Cause it's a deadly game that we play as we live our lives
When we say what is on our minds
Play it now before the game is over
'Cause it's a deadly game that we play as we live our lives
When we say what is on our minds
Play it now before the game is over

Judgment day calls in on markers
Haunted hell and it's getting darker
As they carry you away, you wonder what went wrong (wrong)

'Cause it's a deadly game that we play as we live our lives
When we say what is on our minds
Play it now before the game is over
'Cause it's a deadly game that we play as we live our lives

When we say what is on our minds,
Play it now before the game is over, over, over

Overall Meaning

The song "Deadly Game" by Theory of a Deadman is a powerful anthem that speaks about taking risks and living life to the fullest, even if it means facing the consequences. The lyrics suggest that life can be a game, a game that is deadly, and we are all players in it. The chorus implies that when one speaks their mind, they should do it before the game is over, before it is too late. In essence, the song is a call to action, to seize the day, and not to be afraid to take risks.

The verses of the song speak about the dangers that come with taking risks. The lines, "Too many players but too many pawns, So many judges say what's right or wrong, Let them jump into the fire if they want to play," refer to the fact that there are many people who are willing to play the game, but few who truly understand the risks. It also suggests that some people may not be willing to face the consequences of their decisions. The lyrics in the second verse of the song suggest that we are all given two simple rules, to make mistakes and to not expect second chances. The lines, "Every time we stand up is another chance to fall" imply that we should keep moving forward even though we may fail.

Overall, the song is a reminder to not play it safe, and to not hold back when it comes to taking risks. The lyrics suggest that we should live our lives to the fullest and speak our minds. We are all players in a deadly game, and we should make every moment count.

Line by Line Meaning

Roll the dice, play your cards
Take risks and make decisions according to your fate

Break the rules, that's who you are
Be who you are regardless of the consequences

Whoever said play it safe never played the game
Playing it safe won't get you far in life

Too many players but too many pawns
In this game called life, there are many people who try to control the game but they are just players and not kings.

So many judges say what's right or wrong
Society imposes its own standards on us on what is right or wrong.

Let them jump into the fire if they want to play (play)
Let society impose its standards on those who are willing to follow them.

'Cause it's a deadly game that we play as we live our lives When we say what is on our minds, Play it now before the game is over
Life is like a game, and we need to speak our minds before it's too late.

Two simple rules the devil hands us Make your mistakes, but no second chances
We're given two rules in life: to make mistakes, but there are no second chances.

Everytime we stand up is another chance to fall (fall)
Every time we try to move forward, there's a possibility that we might fail.

Judgment day calls in on markers Haunted hell and it's getting darker As they carry you away, you wonder what went wrong (wrong)
We will all face our judgment day and when it comes, we will question our every decision.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: James Johnston

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

TRACKS