Don't Play No Game That I Can't Win
Santigold, Beastie Boys
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It's hot here gotta say it's so I got you right where I want Got an honest face so you turn your back When in doubt run up your attack At one time you were slick and your grill was cold And now funny how the shit gets old You can run you can run but it will catch up Like now see me I'll show you up Now yo wanna get back when you had your shine But you run you can run but it will catch up Like now see me I'll show you up Now you wanna get back when you had your shine But you run the same thing every time when you rhyme Can't stop wont stop no compromise It's a house of cards built out of lies Coming down like a bird floating on the mist Turn on the track back track and twist You work hard to climb the list Twenty years of schooling and they put you on the day shift I know the danger of a man (that's danger) Who's been to hell and back again (danger) Can't tell tomorrow from where he's been (that's danger) Don't play no game that I can't win (danger) You're caught now by the skin you're in In a bind now your thoughts go to all your sins Hits much harder back better count on that I tell you what we know always holds us back Now you mutter and you stutter and you putter don't stop I got in your heart and I shook you up In a bind now your caught by the fear setting in Choked on the thought that you don't it again Keep the competition in check You draft your plans at your drafting desk You try to play to win but now you lost Like clams with no tartar sauce scheming in the attic Thought you had it So dramatic I-Got the stats mathematics Automatic-systematic She's super bad now Whatcha watcha want now? I know the danger of a man (that's danger) Who's been to hell and back again (danger) Can't tell tomorrow from where he's been (that's danger) Don't play no game that I can't win (danger) Don't play no game that I can't win (danger) Don't play no game that I can't win (that's danger) Don't play no game that I can't win (danger danger) Don't play no game that I can't win (that's danger) I know the danger of a man (that's danger) Who's been to hell and back again (danger) Can't tell tomorrow from where he's been (that's danger) Don't play no game that I can't win... (danger) Don't play no game that I can't win Don't play no game that I can't win
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Written by: SANTI WHITE, ADAM HOROVITZ, MICHAEL DIAMOND, ADAM YAUCH
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Music Genre"Don't Play No Game That I Can't Win" is classified under the genre of hip hop and reggae fusion.
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Album AssociationThis track is part of the Beastie Boys' eighth studio album, "Hot Sauce Committee Part Two" released on April 27, 2011.
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Collaborative CreationThe song features additional vocals by Jamaican reggae artist, Santigold, who's known for her eclectic mix of various musical genres.
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Directors and Music VideoThe music video directed by Spike Jonze is noted for its creative direction - featuring the Beastie Boys and Santigold as action figures.
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Length of the SongThe album version of the song lasts for 4:11 (minutes:seconds), while an extended version, also available on the album, has a duration of 4:34.
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Theme and Songwriting"Don't Play No Game That I Can't Win" was written by Beastie Boys' members Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz, Adam "MCA" Yauch, and Michael "Mike D" Diamond, along with Santigold, reflecting on the theme of not wasting time on unwinnable situations.
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Song's ReceptionDespite not being released as a single, the track received positive reviews from music critics, applauding the blend of reggae and hip hop and Santigold's contribution.
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Unique Music VideoThe music video is notable for featuring action figures instead of the band members themselves, and includes a range of surreal and fantastical elements, including zombie attacks and shark fights.
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Behind The VideoWhen asked about the unusual video, the director Spike Jonze said he wanted to capture the Beastie Boys' irreverent spirit. The action figures used in the video were custom-made for the production.
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AwardsThough the song didn't win any awards, the music video for "Don't Play No Game That I Can't Win" was nominated for Best Direction at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards.
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