Games

New Kids on the Block

About Games

"Games" is a single released by New Kids on the Block as the first single from their remix album No More Games/The Remix Album. Employing hip-hop samples with riffs sung by Jordan Knight, and defensive rhymes by Donnie Wahlberg, "Games" was a dramatic departure from their previously clean cut sound. The song also included shout outs to Donnie's brother Mark Wahlberg and Mark's band The Funky Bunch. The song features a chorus section taken from the movie the wizard of Oz, namely the West witch's soldiers chant: oh ee oh, oh oh. Feeling the name "New Kids on the Block" was too childish for the group, the band shortened their name to "NKOTB" during the time of the single's release. The song received decent airplay from stations nationwide. 


Year:
1990
75 
#2

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Somebody said somebody wouldn't last too long, somebody's still going strong.
Somebody said somebody was all a front, somebody's still talking junk.
Think of what you say, think of what you do,
think of what you try to put us through.
We're just singing our song.
When you put us down, it ain't gonna get you nowhere.
We're positive and no matter what you think we really care.
Oh, ee, oh, oh, oh, games, games, games, games, games.

Somebody said somebody worked too hard, somebody gotta charm some hearts.
Somebody said everybody's gonna wait and see, what's gonna be is gonna be.
Think of .....

Games, oh, ee, oh, oh, oh, games, games, games, games, games.
(RAP:) Yeah, people keep on fronting on the Beantown posse,
but it's time to step up to the stand,
'cause we ain't going out like that.
Back, huh, stronger than ever, did you think we'd sever?
Never, we're too clever to be taken down clown
by your ignorant state of mind, I ain't blind but
every time I look I find you dissin' a mission that
strictly be righteous, we gotta fight this so now I think I might just
take a stand, man, like never before, and I'm sure
that we'll endure so now it's time to even the score
I hear you knocking me but you ain't shocking me
'cause jealousy is telling me that you're just jocking me
so keep on talking skee, with pride I'm walking see,
because on anybody's block is where I'm gonna be rockin' gee.
Don't play those games, oh, ee, oh, oh, oh, stop playing those games.
(repeat ad lib & fade)

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New Kids on the Block

New Kids on the Block (also initialized as NKOTB) are an American boy band from Boston, Massachusetts, assembled in 1984 by producer Maurice Starr. The band consists of brothers Jordan and Jonathan Knight, Joey McIntyre, Donnie Wahlberg, and Danny Wood. more »

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Written by: BOBBY WOMACK, ROGER DOLLARHIDE

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10 facts about this song

Group Formation
"Games" is a song by American boy band New Kids on the Block. The group, formed in Boston, Massachusetts in 1984, consists of brothers Jonathan and Jordan Knight, Joey McIntyre, Donnie Wahlberg, and Danny Wood.
Album Details
"Games" was included in the group's fourth studio album, "Step by Step", released by Columbia Records in 1990. The album was a commercial success, topping the Billboard 200 chart.
Track Analysis
Although not the biggest hit from the album, “Games” has served as an everlasting anthem due to its lyrics, which tackles the negative impact of playing games in relationships.
Song Genre
The song falls under the genre of Pop and R&B. Its melodic tunes accompanied by the harmonious voices of the group gave "Games" its unique flavor.
Song Reception
"Games" was released as a single but did not chart in the US. However, it was a popular track amongst fans, and despite the absence of chart success, it is still beloved by many loyal New Kids on the Block fans.
Song Editions
"Games" was also featured as one of the tracks in the 1990 remix album "No More Games/The Remix Album". This version is a remixed version of the original song.
Idealistic Stand
"Games" was significant in sending out a strong message to their fan base about the importance of honesty and transparency in relationships, communicating through catchy tunes and relatable lyrics.
Live Performance
NKOTB have performed "Games" on several occasions, making it a notable part of their live concert repertoire. Their energetic performances and the group's unique interpretation contribute to the song's enduring popularity.
Music Video
The music video of "Games" depicts the group performing and dancing on a basketball court, creating an engaging visual context for the song's thematic content.
Inclusion in Compilation Album
In 2008, "Games" was included in the compilation album "Super Hits" along with their other hit songs such as "You Got It (The Right Stuff)", "Hangin' Tough", and "Step by Step".

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