Playing with Fire
N-Dubz, Mr. Hudson
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I don't slip or trip when she asks me where I've been (Where you been) One big smile on my face zip it darling it's just you and me (You and me) Now I'm on some Alfie behaviour, I'll call you back later Too many fish in the sea for me But when the lights come on, and what's her name is gone I realise where I'm supposed to be I tried to believe every word of your sweet story But intuition keeps telling me You're making a fool outta me 'Cause I'm such a good liar Just admit it (I never did it) Yes you did it (No I didn't) Ay I'm playing with fire Just admit it (I never did it) I know you did it (No I didn't) Yes you did 'Cause I'm such a good liar I can't help myself, I keep playing with fire Thoughts running right through the night as I watch you sleep (She's gettin' closer) I can't help but check his text, while he's passed out next to me (It's only a matter of time) I'm on some CSI behaviour, who's gonna save ya You'll be the fool when the truth comes out So when those lights come on, and what's her face is gone We're straight back to the same routine I tried to believe every word of your sweet story But intuition keeps telling me You're making a fool outta me 'Cause I'm such a good liar Just admit it (I never did it) Yes you did it (No I didn't) Hey I'm playing with fire Just admit it (I never did it) I know you did it (No I didn't) Yes you did 'Cause I'm such a good liar I can't help myself, I keep playing with fire Living life in disguise, can't keep up with these lies You do anything to try and catch me out, but I never leave no signs In my heart we was meant to be But guys like me be like two or three I can't help myself I love girls, I can't kick out playing with fire I can't kick out playing with fire Playing with fire Playing with fire She ain't goin' nowhere Know why? 'Cause I'm such a good liar Just admit it (I never did it) Yes you did it (No I didn't) Ay I'm playing with fire Just admit it (I never did it) I know you did it (No I didn't) Yes you did 'Cause I'm such a good liar Just admit it (I never did it) Yes you did it (No I didn't) Oooooh I'm playing with fire Just admit it (I never did it) I know you did it (No I didn't) Yes you did 'Cause I'm such a good liar I can't help myself, I keep playing with fire I'm such a good liar Liar
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Written by: TULA CONTOSTAVLOS, DINO CONTOSTAVLOS, RICHARD RAWSON, BEN HUDSON MCILDOWIE
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10 facts about this song
Song Release and Chart Success"Playing with Fire" is a song by British hip-hop group N-Dubz from their second studio album, "Against All Odds". Released in January 2010, the song peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart and spent 27 weeks in the Top 75.
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CollaborationThe track features British R&B artist Mr Hudson, who is known for his collaborations with international artists such as Kanye West.
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Song Theme"Playing with Fire" discusses a failing relationship from two perspectives, singing about playing around and regrets, hence playing with the metaphor of "fire".
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Music VideoThe music video for "Playing with Fire" was directed by Emil Nava and depicts the story of a couple involved in a fractured relationship, showing the progression of their story through arguments and moments of closeness.
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AccoladesThe popularity and commercial success of "Playing with Fire" led N-Dubz to win the MOBO Award (Music of Black Origin) for Best Song in 2010.
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Album SuccessThe song helped propel "Against All Odds" to reach a peak of number six on the UK Albums Chart. The album was also awarded a platinum certification by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI).
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Live PerformancesN-Dubz included "Playing with Fire" in their setlist during their "Against All Odds" tour, where they performed across major cities in the UK in 2010.
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Song Production"Playing with Fire" was produced by band member Dappy and Mr Hudson. The song is characterized by a catchy chorus and a fusion of hip hop and pop elements.
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Critic's ReceptionMost music critics praised the song for its catchy hook and its reflective yet relatable lyrics. Music critics singled it out as one of N-Dubz's standout tracks from the "Against All Odds" album.
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Radio Play"Playing with Fire" was frequently played on major UK radio stations, which greatly contributed to its chart success.
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