My Favourite Game
The Cardigans
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I don't know what you're looking for You haven't found it baby that's for sure You rip me up and spread me all around In the dust of the deed of time And this is not a case of lust you see It's not a matter of you versus of me It's fine the way you want me on your own But in the end it's always me alone And I'm losing my favourite game You're losing your mind again I'm losing my babay Losing my favourite game I only know what I've been working for Another you so I could love you more I really thought that I could take you there But my experiment is not getting us anywhere I had a vision I could turn you right A stupid mission and a lethal fight I should have seen it when my hope was new My heart is black and my body is blue And I'm losing my favourite game You're losing your mind again I'm losing my favourite game You're losing your mind again I'm losing my baby Losing my favourite game I'm losing my favourite game (losing my favourite game) You're losing your mind again (I've tried) I've tried but you're still the same (I've tried) I'm losing my baby You're losing a saviour and a saint
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Written by: Nina Persson, Peter Anders Svensson
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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14 facts about this song
Release Date"My Favourite Game" by "The Cardigans" was officially released as a single on 14th October 1998.
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AlbumThe song forms part of the band's fourth studio album, "Gran Turismo", which was a significant commercial success.
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GenreNotably, "My Favourite Game" marked The Cardigans' shift into a more rock-oriented sound, moving away from their earlier pop and indie style.
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Chart SuccessThe song achieved considerable chart success, reaching number two in the band’s native Sweden and topping the charts in Norway and Iceland.
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Music VideoThe song's music video, directed by Jonas Åkerlund, is notable for its evocative, destructive imagery.
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Use in Media"My Favourite Game" is well-known for being featured in the opening credits of the 1999 racing video game, "Gran Turismo 2."
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ControversyThe original video, which featured reckless driving and a fatal accident, caused controversy and was consequently edited or banned by several broadcasters.
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Alternative VersionsBecause of the controversy, four alternative edits of the music video were created.
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Critical ReceptionDespite the edgier sound compared to their previous releases, "My Favourite Game" received broadly positive reviews from critics.
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Band PerspectiveLead singer Nina Persson has expressed that while she doesn't dislike "My Favourite Game", she doesn't feel it's among The Cardigans' best songs.
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Song CompositionLyrically, the song is about a failing relationship, whereas the melody keeps the mood catchy and upbeat.
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Distinct SoundThe Cardigans used sounds of distorted guitars and energetic drum beats in this song, which were not as prevalent in their previous music.
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Platinum StatusThe album "Gran Turismo" containing "My Favourite Game" was certified Platinum in the US, further demonstrating the song's popularity.
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Notable Live PerformancesThe Cardigans have performed "My Favourite Game" at numerous events, including the 1999 MTV Europe Music Awards.
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