My Favourite Game

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About My Favourite Game

"My Favourite Game" is an alternative rock song written by Peter Svensson and Nina Persson for The Cardigans' 1998 album Gran Turismo. The song is the album's eighth track, and was released as its first single. Lyrically, its about a failing relationship and the attempt made to better the significant other or save people from themselves. "My Favorite Game" found minor international success, reaching number three in Sweden and number 14 in the UK. It also charted within the top 40 in several European countries and New Zealand. While it failed to chart on the US Billboard Hot 100 and its radio counterpart, it peaked at number 16 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. The accompanying music video was directed by Jonas Åkerlund and features Persson joydriving on a desert road. It caused controversy due to its imagery of car crashes and reckless driving, and resulted it being recut to tone down the violence and appear on music channels. 


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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 
I've tried but you're still the same 

I'm losing my baby 
You're losing a saviour and a saint

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The Cardigans

The Cardigans are a Swedish rock band formed in Jönköping, Sweden, in 1992, by guitarist Peter Svensson, bassist Magnus Sveningsson, drummer Bengt Lagerberg, keyboardist Lars-Olof Johansson and lead singer Nina Persson, with the line-up remaining unchanged to this day. more »

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Written by: Nina Persson, Peter Anders Svensson

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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.
Album
The song forms part of the band's fourth studio album, "Gran Turismo", which was a significant commercial success.
Genre
Notably, "My Favourite Game" marked The Cardigans' shift into a more rock-oriented sound, moving away from their earlier pop and indie style.
Chart Success
The song achieved considerable chart success, reaching number two in the band’s native Sweden and topping the charts in Norway and Iceland.
Music Video
The song's music video, directed by Jonas Åkerlund, is notable for its evocative, destructive imagery.
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."
Controversy
The original video, which featured reckless driving and a fatal accident, caused controversy and was consequently edited or banned by several broadcasters.
Alternative Versions
Because of the controversy, four alternative edits of the music video were created.
Critical Reception
Despite the edgier sound compared to their previous releases, "My Favourite Game" received broadly positive reviews from critics.
Band Perspective
Lead 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.
Song Composition
Lyrically, the song is about a failing relationship, whereas the melody keeps the mood catchy and upbeat.
Distinct Sound
The Cardigans used sounds of distorted guitars and energetic drum beats in this song, which were not as prevalent in their previous music.
Platinum Status
The album "Gran Turismo" containing "My Favourite Game" was certified Platinum in the US, further demonstrating the song's popularity.
Notable Live Performances
The Cardigans have performed "My Favourite Game" at numerous events, including the 1999 MTV Europe Music Awards.

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