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 her 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 judges will decide, the likes of me abide

Spectators of the show always stand alone

The winner takes it all, the loser standing small

Beside the victory that's her destiny



But tell me does she kiss like I used to kiss you

Does it feel the same when she calls your name

But somewhere deep inside you must know I miss you

But what can I say, rules must be obeyed

The judges will decide, the lies as cold as ice

When someone way down here loses someone dear

The winner takes it all, the loser stands small

Its simple and it's plain, to whom shall I compain



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 sad

Seeing me so tense, no self-confidence

The winner takes it all, the loser standing small

Beside the victory that's her destiny



The winner takes it all (so the winner takes it all)

The winner takes it all (and the loser has to fall)

The winner takes it all (so the winner takes it all)

The winner takes it all (and the loser has to fall)

The winner takes it all (so the winner)

The loser standing small (takes it all)

Beside the victory (and the loser)

That's her destiny (has to fall)

The winner takes it all-