Its All In The Game
Tommy Edwards Lyrics


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Many a tear has to fall but it's all in the game
All in the wonderful game that we know as love
You have words with him and your future's looking dim
But these things your hearts can rise above

Once in a while he won't call but it's all in the game
Soon he'll be there at your side with a sweet bouquet
And he'll kiss your lips and caress your waiting fingertips
And your hearts will fly away

(Soon he'll be there at your side) with a sweet bouquet




Then he'll kiss your lips and caress your waiting fingertips
And your hearts will fly away

Overall Meaning

The song "It's All in the Game," sung by Tommy Edwards, is a ballad about the ups and downs of love. The lyrics describe a couple experiencing the tumultuous nature of love, where sometimes everything is going great, and other times it seems like the relationship is falling apart. The phrase "many a tear has to fall but it's all in the game" emphasizes the idea that heartache is a common part of love, but that's just how the game of love is played.


The song acknowledges that sometimes a couple may have disputes or disagreements, but with time, those issues can be overcome. The second verse of the song suggests that even if a man doesn't call, he will appear later with a sweet gesture or gift to make things right. The final lines of the song describe a moment where the man kisses the woman, and together they experience a feeling of elation and joy as their hearts "fly away." The song portrays the rollercoaster of emotions that come with love, highlighting the idea that there will be hard times but that they can be overcome through perseverance and love.


Line by Line Meaning

Many a tear has to fall but it's all in the game
In a relationship, one may have to go through many tough times, but they are all part of the beautiful and unpredictable game of love.


All in the wonderful game that we know as love
The ups and downs of a relationship are like a game, with both parties trying to figure out the rules and win each other's hearts.


You have words with him and your future's looking dim
Having an argument or disagreement with your partner can make you feel like your relationship is doomed.


But these things your hearts can rise above
However, if both you and your partner are committed to each other, you can overcome any obstacles and work through your differences.


Once in a while he won't call but it's all in the game
There may be occasions when your partner doesn't show you the attention you desire, but that's just part of the unpredictable nature of love.


Soon he'll be there at your side with a sweet bouquet
Despite any rough patches, your partner will eventually come back to you with a romantic gesture to show they still care.


And he'll kiss your lips and caress your waiting fingertips
When your partner returns, they will show you physical affection to reassure you of their love.


And your hearts will fly away
With the reassurance of your partner's love, you will both feel a deep sense of happiness and euphoria.




Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Carl Sigman, Charles Gates Dawes

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@daphneanson9587

The music of this song (not the words) was written by a man named Charles Gates Dawes. If you have a thousand guesses, you won't be able to guess what he did for a living in the 1920s. He also won an award of some kind in the 1920s. You won't guess what.

@riac5388

Wow, I looked it up 😊What a great song and an interesting background!

@petergorham3502

HE was vice-president

@IFoxedYouUp

Please divulge?

@ronlheureux7623

@@petergorham3502 You beat me to it!

@ronlheureux7623

Oh, and I had this 45. I was visiting family in New Jersey when this song was popular. One uncle of mine had a drug store with a soda fountain and a juke box. I was there when the records were change out and uncle gave the replaced records .

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@andreahard4763

This was our song back in high school. Married at 20 and still married to my wonderful husband for almost 58 years!

@nursebette61

Today was the anniversary of my first marriage and this song popped up on my computer. Weird. We were married on September 19th in 1959 and were married 20 years . Sitting here remembering the wonderful times we had. Beautiful song and lots of good memories.

@nitacruise9993

Yes it was🥰

@mongoloid1369

Wow how wonderful congratulations to you both many wishes on the next 58

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