The song "Name of the Game" by Uriah Heep tells the story of a man who encounters trouble in the form of a woman. At first, she appears attractive and appealing to him. However, as time goes on, she starts to constantly pursue him and wants to be in a relationship with him. She has grand ideas about becoming his partner, and she refers to this pursuit as a game called love. The protagonist of the song acknowledges the woman's beauty but refuses to get involved with her. He sees through her intentions and realizes that getting involved with her will only lead to complications and problems. He values his freedom and independence and is not interested in settling down with her, despite her persistent advances. The chorus of the song emphasizes the protagonist's passion for rock and roll. He explains that rock and roll music is what truly captures his soul and gives him purpose. It pushes aside all other distractions and influences in his life. Despite the passing of time, his love for rock and roll remains strong, continuing to be a source of comfort and inspiration. The lyrics also touch on the idea that the woman should not waste her emotions on the protagonist. He urges her to cry in the river, metaphorically suggesting that she should find solace elsewhere. He emphasizes that he is his own person and will continue to stay that way. He finds fulfillment in his music and states that it is the true "name of the game" for him. Overall, the song "Name of the Game" explores the protagonist's resistance to getting involved in a romantic relationship, highlighting his love and dedication to rock and roll music as his ultimate passion and purpose in life.
