About the song
Bee Gees’ “You Win Again,” released in 1987, stands as a timeless testament to the duo’s enduring songwriting prowess and melodic genius. This heartfelt ballad, with its soaring vocals and poignant lyrics, resonated with audiences worldwide, solidifying the Gibb brothers’ status as pop icons.
The song’s introspective narrative delves into the complexities of love and loss, exploring themes of regret, longing, and the bittersweet realization that sometimes, despite our best efforts, certain relationships are simply meant to be. The opening lines, “I never meant to hurt you, I only meant to be free,” immediately set the stage for a poignant exploration of a love gone awry.
Barry Gibb’s signature falsetto, a hallmark of the Bee Gees’ sound, reaches soaring heights throughout the song, conveying the emotional depth and intensity of the lyrics. The melody is both melancholic and uplifting, creating a sense of bittersweet nostalgia that lingers long after the final note.
“You Win Again” was a commercial success, reaching the top of the charts in several countries. Its enduring popularity can be attributed to the song’s universal themes and the Bee Gees’ ability to craft music that resonates with listeners of all ages. The track’s iconic status is further cemented by its inclusion in countless movies, television shows, and compilations.
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Lyrics
I couldn’t figure why
You couldn’t give me what everybody needs
I shouldn’t let you kick me when I’m down, my baby
I find out everybody knows that
You’ve been using me
I’m surprised you
Let me stay around you
One day I’m gonna lift the cover
And look inside your heart
We gotta level before we go
And tear this love apart
There’s no fight, you can’t fight this battle of love with me
You win again, so little time, we do nothing but compete
There’s no life on earth, no other could see me through
You win again, some never try but if anybody can, we can
And I’ll be (and I’ll be), I’ll be (I’ll be) following you
Oh girl, oh no
Oh baby, I shake you from now on
I’m gonna break down your defenses, one by one
I’m gonna hit you from all sides, lay your fortress open wide
Nobody stops this body from taking you
You better beware, I swear
I’m gonna be there one day when you fall
I could never let you cast aside
The greatest love of all
There’s no fight, you can’t fight this battle of love with me
You win again, so little time, we do nothing but compete
There’s no life on earth, no other could see me through
You win again, some never try but if anybody can, we can
And I’ll be (and I’ll be), I’ll be (I’ll be) following you, oh girl
You win again, so little time, we do nothing but compete
There’s no life on earth, no other could see me through
You win again, some never try but if anybody can, we can
And I’ll be (and I’ll be), I’ll be (I’ll be) following you
You win again, so little time, we do nothing but compete
There’s no life on earth, no other could see me through
You win again, some never try but if anybody can, we can
There’s no fight, you can’t fight this battle of love with me
You win again, so little time, we do nothing but compete
There’s no life on earth, no other could see me through
You win again, some never try but if anybody can, we can
There’s no fight, you can’t fight this battle of love with me