This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
In general, it highlights the danger of hidden agendas, manipulation, and distraction, serving as a critique of those who exploit chaos and confusion to control and gain power, depicting a cautionary tale against falling into their traps. It encourages us to question the narratives presented to us and remain vigilant against manipulation in various parts of society.
Just forget about talking this one over
And listen up darling
Pour yourself a drink and find yourself a seat
Trust, it's a funny thing
But I'm not laughing
I know your wondering
Oh, how could he know
I worked so carefully
Undercover and into his bed
The truth is written or your neck
(Your best friend gave it up!)
(Don't be, don't be so surprised)
You are so cunning it's disgusting
The way your words fall from your lips
Insidious and innocent
I've got a plan to set this straight
Yeah it's called "Two can play this game"
Your not the only one who lies, I'll make this,
I'll make this right
(You might not see it, she's got a secret)
Now are you having trouble breathing?
Are you having trouble finding the words to make this go away?
And those marks on your neck
Are they burning, are they burning yet?
Undercover in between her hips
The truth was drawn out from your best friends' lips
(Your best friend gave it up!)
(Don't be, don't be so surprised)
You are so cunning it's disgusting
The way your words fall from your lips
Insidious and innocent
I've got a plan to set this straight
Yeah it's called "Two can play this game"
Your not the only one who lies, I'll make this,
I'll make this right
It takes two to play
But only one to initiate
Now we're both playing our parts
Now we're both playing our parts
It takes two to play
But only one to initiate
Now we both play our parts
(Don't be, don't be so surprised)
You are so cunning it's disgusting
The way your words fall from your lips
Insidious and innocent
I've got a plan to set this straight
Yeah it's called "Two can play this game"
Your not the only one who lies, I'll make this,
I'll make this right
You might not see it
She's got a secret my friend
You might not see it
She's got a secret
You might not see it
She's got a secret my friend
You might not see it
And listen up darling
Pour yourself a drink and find yourself a seat
Trust, it's a funny thing
But I'm not laughing
I know your wondering
Oh, how could he know
I worked so carefully
Undercover and into his bed
The truth is written or your neck
(Your best friend gave it up!)
(Don't be, don't be so surprised)
You are so cunning it's disgusting
The way your words fall from your lips
Insidious and innocent
I've got a plan to set this straight
Yeah it's called "Two can play this game"
Your not the only one who lies, I'll make this,
I'll make this right
(You might not see it, she's got a secret)
Now are you having trouble breathing?
Are you having trouble finding the words to make this go away?
And those marks on your neck
Are they burning, are they burning yet?
Undercover in between her hips
The truth was drawn out from your best friends' lips
(Your best friend gave it up!)
(Don't be, don't be so surprised)
You are so cunning it's disgusting
The way your words fall from your lips
Insidious and innocent
I've got a plan to set this straight
Yeah it's called "Two can play this game"
Your not the only one who lies, I'll make this,
I'll make this right
It takes two to play
But only one to initiate
Now we're both playing our parts
Now we're both playing our parts
It takes two to play
But only one to initiate
Now we both play our parts
(Don't be, don't be so surprised)
You are so cunning it's disgusting
The way your words fall from your lips
Insidious and innocent
I've got a plan to set this straight
Yeah it's called "Two can play this game"
Your not the only one who lies, I'll make this,
I'll make this right
You might not see it
She's got a secret my friend
You might not see it
She's got a secret
You might not see it
She's got a secret my friend
You might not see it
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