Chequered Love
Kim Wilde · Kim Wilde
I say nothing can go right, yeah
Oh what a game you can play
Sad days add to confusion
Sad ways end in dillusion, yeah
That's the name of the game
Chorus
Well I know your love is rough
And the road you take is tough
But I just can't get enough
Chequered love
Touch me, do what you want to
Say no, then, I just need you
Babe, your gonna drive me insane
You are man for all seasons
You are man with no reasons, yeah
You're the man with no pain
Chorus
Oh I can't let go ( x2 )
'cos I need you so tonight
You say everything's alright
I say nothing can go right, yeah
Oh what a game you can play
Sad days add to confusion
Sad ways end in dillusion, yeah
That's the name of the game
Well I know your love is rough
And the road you take is tough
But I just can't get enough
Chequered love
Oh I can't let go ( x2 )
'cos I need you so tonight
Chequered Love
Released in 1981, Kim Wilde's 'Chequered Love' stands as a defining track of the synth-pop era, showcasing her distinctive vocal style and the era's characteristic electronic production. As a lead single from her debut album of the same name, the song became an immediate commercial success, reaching the top of the UK Singles Chart. Its catchy melody and infectious rhythm propelled Kim Wilde to international fame, establishing her as a prominent figure in 1980s pop music. The recording captures the upbeat, dance-oriented sound that characterized early 80s pop, blending pop sensibilities with emerging electronic textures. While the song achieved significant chart success, it remains a staple of her discography, representing the peak of her solo career before her later work with The Human League.