Games People Play

Joe South

About Games People Play

"Games People Play" is a song written, composed, and performed by American singer-songwriter Joe South, released in August 1968, that won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Song and the Grammy Award for Song of the Year.


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Oh the games people play now
Every night and every day now
Never meaning what they say now
Never saying what they mean

And they wile away the hours
In their ivory towers
Till they're covered up with flowers
In the back of a black limousine whoa

La-da da da da da da da
La-da da da da da de
Talking 'bout you and me
And the games people play

Oh we make one another cry
Break a heart then we say goodbye
Cross our hearts and we hope to die
That the other was to blame whoa

Neither one will give in
So we gaze at our eight by ten
Thinking 'bout the things that might have been 
And it's a dirty rotten shame whoa

La-da da da da da da da
La-da da da da da de
Talking 'bout you and me
And the games people play now

Oh yeah
All right
Oh yeah
Come on

Oh 
Come again

People walking up to ya
Singing glory Hallelujah
And they're tryin' to sock it to you
In the name of the Lord

They're gonna teach you how to meditate
Read your horoscope, cheat your fate
And further more to hell with hate
Come on and get on board whoah

La-da da da da da da da
La-da da da da da de
Talking 'bout you and me
And the games people play 
Now wait a minute

Look around tell me what you see
What's happening to you and me
God grant me the serenity
To just remember who I am whoah

'Cause you've given up your sanity
For your pride and your vanity
Turn your back on humanity
Oh and you don't give a da da da da da

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La-da da da da da de
I keep talking 'bout you and me baby
And the games people play now lala

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La-da da da da da de
I keep talking 'bout you and me
Oh and the games people play
I wonder can you come now, play

Talking 'bout you and me oh
And the games people play now

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Joe South

Joe South (February 28, 1940 – September 5, 2012) was an American singer-songwriter and guitarist. Best known for his songwriting, South won the Grammy for Song of the Year in 1970 for "Games People Play" and was again nominated for the award in 1972 for "Rose Garden". more »

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Games People Play" was released in 1968 by Joe South. It's one of the most popular songs from this artist.
Album
It is included on Joe South's album titled, "Introspect". The album overall showcases Joe's strong songwriting skills and his ability to combine various musical styles.
Songwriter
The song was personally written by Joe South himself, revealing his talent not only as a singer but also as a composer.
Chart Success
Upon its release, "Games People Play" achieved great success and charted at number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 6 on Billboard's Hot Country Singles chart.
Grammy
The song won Joe South two Grammy awards in 1970 for Best Contemporary Song and Song of the Year, cementing its place in music history.
Cover Versions
Over the years, "Games People Play" has been covered by multiple artists across various genres, including country, reggae, heavy metal, and pop music, demonstrating its universal appeal. Some of these artists include Dolly Parton and Inner Circle.
Lyrics
The song features critical social commentary about the human condition and the social games that people play with one another. Its lyrics are appreciated for their depth, insight, and message.
Musical Style
"Games People Play" features a mix of country, folk, and pop elements, reflecting Joe South's eclectic musical tastes.
Pop Culture
The song has been used in several instances of pop culture, including films and TV shows like "The Bank Job" and "The Jerry Springer Show."
Legacy
Even today, "Games People Play" continues to be lauded for its incisive commentary and addictive chorus, demonstrating Joe South's lasting imprint on the world of music.

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