Get ready to feel the fire with Skin in the Game, the tenth track from Ava Max’s electrifying third album Don’t Click Play, dropping on August 22, 2025. Produced by Frequency, this pop-rock banger channels Ava’s signature bold energy, blending synth-pop sheen with raw, defiant lyricism that reflects her journey of overcoming heartbreak and betrayal. Drawing from the empowering vibe of Sweet but Psycho from Heaven & Hell and the fierce independence of Million Dollar Baby from Diamonds & Dancefloors, Skin in the Game likely embodies resilience and self-assertion, aligning with the album’s narrative of proving doubters wrong.
With Frequency’s dynamic production, it’s a high-octane addition to Don’t Click Play’s mix of pop-rock, R&B, and introspective anthems. This track hits like a battle cry for anyone reclaiming their power—Ava at her fiercest! Step into Skin in the Game lyrics below, and ignite your inner strength with Ava Max’s unstoppable spirit.
Lyrics of Skin in the Game by Ava Max
[Intro]
(Ah)
[Verse 1]
Oh, Baby, Your Tongue Set A Fire
I Was Doomed When You Kissed Me In The Kitchen
Your Lips (Your Lips) Tasted Like (Tasted Like)
Dark Red Wine And Reckless Decisions
[Pre-Chorus]
Satin Sheets, Christian Dior
Our Own Clothes Fell Down To The Floor
Yeah, That Night Was Two Years Ago (Two Years Ago)
And I’m Still Sleeping In This Bed We Made Of Fucking And Fighting Each Day
I Try To Leave, But I Just Stay
[Chorus]
‘Cause I’ve Got (Ah) Skin In The Game
You Touch Me
And Letting Go Just Goes Down The Drain
I’ve Got (Ah) Skin In The Game
I Try To Love Myself, But It’s Not The Same (Ooh-ooh-ooh)
[Post-Chorus]
I’m Not Gonna Play Anymore
Screaming, “I Hate You,” Walk Away
I’m Not Gonna Wait Anymore
Every Time I Think That I’m Okay, I End Up (Ah) Back At Your Place
‘Cause I’ve Got Skin In The Game
[Verse 2]
Yeah, Baby, Sometimes (Sometimes) I Try (I Try)
And I Try (Try) ’til I Almost Cross The Line
[Pre-Chorus]
Of Dancing With Somebody Else
I Kiss His Lips And Never Tell
But He Won’t Feel The Way You Felt
No, I Can’t Help It
[Chorus]
I’ve Got (Ah) Skin In The Game
You Touch Me
And Letting Go Just Goes Down The Drain
I’ve Got (Ah) Skin In The Game
I Try To Love Myself, But It’s Not The Same
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)
[Post-Chorus]
I’m Not Gonna Play Anymore (Oh, Yeah)
Screaming, “I Hate You,” Walk Away
I’m Not Gonna Wait Anymore (Oh)
Every Time I Think That I’m Okay, I End Up (Ah) Back At Your Place
‘Cause I’ve Got Skin In The Game
[Outro]
Ooh-ooh-ooh, Ooh, I’ve Got (Ooh, Ooh-ooh-ooh)
Oh, I’ve Got Skin In The Game (Ah, Ah-ah-ah)
Ooh-ooh-ooh, Ooh, I’ve Got (Ooh, Ooh-ooh-ooh)
Oh, I’ve Got Skin In The Game (Ah, Ah-ah-ah)
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