The Alan Parsons Project: Games People Play
“Games People Play” is a popular hit song by The Alan Parsons Project, released in 1980 as part of their album “The Turn of a Friendly Card.” It’s one of the band’s most well-known tracks and received significant radio airplay during its time.
The song’s lyrics touch upon the theme of human behavior and the various games people play in life. It explores the idea that people often engage in games of power, love, and manipulation. The chorus, with its catchy melody, reinforces this message:
“Games people play, you take it or you leave it
Things that they say, honor brite
If I promise you the moon and the stars
Would you believe it?”
The Alan Parsons Project was known for its progressive and art-rock sound, and “Games People Play” is no exception, featuring their signature lush arrangements and intricate production.
This song remains a classic in the band’s catalog and is remembered for both its musicality and its thought-provoking lyrics.
