(Benny Andersson / BjГ¶rn Ulvaeus)
I don`t wanna talk
About things we`ve gone through
Though it`s hurting me
Now it`s history.
I`ve played all my cards
And that`s what you`ve done too
Nothing more to say
No more ace to play.
The winner takes it all
The loser standing small
Beside the victory
That`s our destiny.
I was in your arms
Thinking I belonged there
I figured it made sense
Building me a fence.
Building me a home
Thinking I`d be strong there
But I was a fool
Playing by the rules.
The gods may throw a dice
Their minds as cold as ice
And someone way down here
Loses someone dear.
The winner takes it all
The loser has to fall
It`s simple and it`s plain
Why should I complain?
But tell me does she kiss
Like I used to kiss you?
Does it feel the same
When she calls your name?
Somewhere deep inside
You must know I miss you
But what can I say
Rules must be obeyed.
The judges will decide
The likes of me abide
Spectators of the show
Always staying low.
The game is on again
A lover or a friend
A big thing or a small
The winner takes it all.
I don`t wanna talk
If it makes you feel sad
And I understand
You`ve come to shake my hand.
I apologize
If it makes you feel bad
Seeing me so tense
No self-confidence.
But you see...
The winner takes it all
The winner takes it all.