King of the Table

[Verse 1]
I learn the rules in five
Then I read them twice
You set out the tiles
I’m already rolling dice

I smile like I’m nice
While I steal your best route
You say it’s just a game
I say that’s what it’s about

I count your little hands
I watch your face go red
You reach for one more card
I’ve got three moves ahead

[Pre-Chorus]
Don’t tell me take it easy
Don’t say it’s just for fun
I can hear the victory
Loading in my tongue

[Chorus]
I gotta win, gotta win
I can’t sit still
I take the crown, take the crown
I always will
I want the last little laugh
When the timer’s done
I gotta win, gotta win
I’m no. one

[Verse 2]
You drew the lucky card
I drew a better plan
You built a tiny bridge
I burned it with my hand

I hoard the little points
Like gold in a tin
If there’s a shortcut near me
I’m taking it again

I keep the score in my head
Even when we’re through
At dinner I remember
That you owed me two

[Pre-Chorus]
Don’t tell me to relax
Don’t say it isn’t deep
My face stays sweet and calm
My ego’s in the lead

[Chorus]
I gotta win, gotta win
I can’t sit still
I take the crown, take the crown
I always will
I want the last little laugh
When the timer’s done
I gotta win, gotta win
I’m no. one

[Bridge]
I swear I’m not a villain
I just hate to lose
If the box is on the table
I will not choose

I’m kind in every other way
I help you with your coat
But put a game in front of me
And I’m sharpening my vote

[Final Chorus]
I gotta win, gotta win
I can’t sit still
I take the crown, take the crown
I always will
I want the last little laugh
When the timer’s done
I gotta win, gotta win
I’m no. one

I gotta win, gotta win
That’s my fevered prayer
You can keep the afterparty
I’ll be over there