Song Details
- Album Release Date: 1986-06-11
- Album Name: David Foster
Song Meaning (Interpretation) of “Playing with Fire” by David Foster
“Playing with Fire” by David Foster tells a story of someone who is getting too deep into a relationship, where they are risking their emotional stability. The lyrics describe a person where their emotions have become so intertwined with the other person that it is like they are “dancing with fire”. Despite knowing that the situation is potentially dangerous, they can’t bring themselves to pull away. They are willing to take the risk and potentially get “burned” in the process. The song emphasizes the dangers of getting too close to someone in a passionate and reckless way, but also is a cautionary tale that love can be a powerful force that can compel us to take risks that we wouldn’t normally take.