A Modern Classic

Stone Sour's "Wicked Game" Live Acoustic is an Eerie Ballad

A Modern Classic

Stone Sour’s live acoustic performance of “Wicked Game” is a haunting and beautiful rendition of the Chris Isaak classic. The song, which was originally released in 1989, has been covered by numerous artists over the years, but Stone Sour’s version is particularly moving.

A Haunting Melody

The song’s melody is simple but effective, and the acoustic guitar provides a perfect backdrop for Corey Taylor’s vocals. Taylor’s voice is raw and emotional, and he delivers the lyrics with a sense of longing and regret.

The lyrics themselves are about a love that is both passionate and destructive. The singer is drawn to his lover, even though he knows that she is bad for him. He sings, “I don’t wanna fall in love/But I can’t help myself.”

The song builds to a climax as Taylor sings the chorus, “And no one could save me but you.” The repetition of this line creates a sense of desperation and urgency.

Stone Sour’s “Wicked Game” Live Acoustic is a powerful and moving performance of a classic song. The song’s haunting melody and emotional lyrics will stay with you long after you’ve finished listening.