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What does "playing" mean here? Is it necessary?

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Rebecca

"Playing" in this scenario means "acting" or "behaving." When he sings "I've tried playing it cool" he means that he is making an effort to act and behave in a calm and unfazed manner. Ex: I have tried to play nice with her, but she is so rude to me. Ex: I really want to play it cool on this date.

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