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Poker and the life of the gambler has always held a mystical appeal to singers and music artists, the game allowing for the ups and downs of life’s crazy adventures to be metaphorically represented. Today we have a list of the top 5 ‘Best Poker Songs of all time’ for you – read’em and weep!
5. Lady Gaga /Poker Face
For some, myself definitely included, Lady Gaga’s nonsense barely passes as music or lyrics worth the paper they are written on, but for millions it became the song of the year.
Classic lines such as 'Cause I'm bluffing with my muffin, I'm not lying I'm just stunning with my love glue gunnin' may well have some poker reference hidden deep inside, but it’s hard to tell for sure because her ‘muffin’ pretty much gets in the way of everything she does.
Nevetheless, her attempts at a poker-themed song did at least have some elements of the game in it, but part of me can’t help wishing all the chambers were full when she sang: ‘Russian Roulette is not the same without a gun, And baby when it's love, if it’s not rough it isn't fun, fun.’
4. Ray Charles/Losing Hand
Charles was an amazing character, and his song ‘Losing Hand’ does a pretty good job of using every clichéd poker phrase and metaphor in the book – not bad for a 4-verse tune with plenty of repetition.
‘I thought I'd be your king baby, yes and you could be my queen, But you used me for your joker cause I thought you're deal was clean’, may just sum up about half the relationships of my own life – but it pales in comparison to the soul singer’s own love life – twice married and father to 12 children by nine different mothers!
So, it’s quite clear his own experience lies within the lines: ‘I gambled on your love baby and got a losing hand, Your ways keep changing like the shifting desert sand’, though not changing as much as his women of course.
3. Elvis Presley/Viva Las Vegas
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‘Bright light city gonna set my soul, Gonna set my soul on fire, Got a whole lot of money that's ready to burn, So get those stakes up higher,’ sings the legendary Elvis - and he’s not wrong!
A touch of the Vegas lifestyle is on pretty much every bucket list from here to Timbuktu, and the ‘King of Rock’n’Roll’ caught the mood perfectly with his hip-swaying classic which has seen a hundred covers since it appeared in the movie of the same name.
‘Oh, there's blackjack and poker and the roulette wheel, A fortune won and lost on ev'ry deal, All you need's a strong heart and a nerve of steel,’ sings our man, and without spoiling the ending of a 53-year old film for you, racing driver Elvis may just have won enough at the tables to buy that new car he so desperately wanted.
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2. Kenny Rogers/The Gambler
It’s one of the best-known poker songs ever written and sung by a legend of the country music scene, Kenny Rogers, whose chorus of ‘You've got to know when to hold 'em, Know when to fold 'em, Know when to walk away, Know when to run,’ has become a poker player’s mantra ever since.
With over 50 years in the music business it might even come as surprise that ‘The Gambler’ is still his favourite song, perhaps due to the 5 movies it spawned, and honoured by Rogers titling his farewell tour ‘The Gambler’s Last Deal’.
The bearded legend has obviously played the game, as the lines, 'Cause every hand's a winner, And every hand's a loser, And the best that you can hope for, Is to die in your sleep', show - probably as true as any poker lyric ever written.
1. Motorhead/Ace of Spades
Though many would have Rogers’ ballad as number one in any list such as this, as an old punk and sometime metalhead there can be only one true poker song - the incredible bass intro jumping into my head every time the card appears on the felt – the Ace of Spades, by Motorhead.
The hedonistic approach of the old-school heavy metal band is evident in the very first version: ‘If you like to gamble, I tell you I'm your man, You win some, lose some, it's all the same to me…The Ace Of Spades!’
Though frontman Lemmy has sadly departed, the song is unlikely to ever disappear from the classic lists, the aces and eights of the final verse - which is claimed to have been the hand Wild Bill Hickock held as he was shot dead - sure to resonate for as long as poker itself is played: ‘Pushing up the ante, I know you got to see me, Read 'em and weep, the dead man's hand again’.
Are you looking for the ideal soundtrack for live or online poker nights? It is challenging to create a playlist for every mood for poker sessions. A good representation of songs from every genre, will add a new, fun dimension to your poker nights.
We have sourced our playlist from a broad cross-section to ensure that the fun and excitement is enduring. This playlist will ensure that your poker night never gets boring!
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Be you be playing poker with friends around a table or playing online poker there are tunes here to suit everyone’s taste.
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1. Waking up in Vegas by Katy Perry (2009): Las Vegas is the capital of the gambling world for a reason. The party never ends! This is what makes this song such a hit. It is about a young couple trying to figure out what happened the previous night. In this song, gambling is sidelined for partying, accidental marriages and getting inebriated. What makes this song memorable is the fact that it highlights the adage “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas!”So go ahead and create a memorable poker night with this song on your playlist.
2.Desperado by The Eagles (1973): This song has frequent poker references, and has been written by Don Henley and Glenn Frey. The protagonist in the song is imprisoned in loneliness with the chance of dying alone. The Eagles attribute this situation to the luck of the draw. The lyrics have captured the essence of gambling perfectly through phrases such as “don’t you draw the queen of diamonds, boy, she’ll beat you if she’s able.” This song is ideal for a thrilling evening of poker.
3. Deuces are Wild by Aerosmith (1994): Procuring a two would have been your main objective if you have ever played deuces wild poker. Deuces can be whatever you desire them to be. This is the crux of this Aerosmith song because the object of his affection in this song is a woman who is passionate and up for trying anything. Aerosmith immortalizes this song with the lines “I love you ’cause your deuces are wild, girl, like a double shot of lovin’ so fine.” This song is perfect to add a bit of spunk to your poker night.
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4. Huck’s Tune by Bob Dylan (2006): This song has been written for the hit movie “Lucky,” and the tune is a testament to Dylan’s expertise at his craft. In this song, Dylan highlights the travesties of poker, wealth and relationships. The song has many lines that are relatable and relevant to a session of poker such as “You push it all in, and you’ve no chance to win, you play’em on down to the end.” This song is a cult classic and a must-have on any poker night playlist.
5. Poker Face by Lady Gaga (2008): Lady Gaga has mirrored the similarities between love and poker in this super hit song that kick-started her singing career. Although, Lady Gaga has lost some of her luster of late, Poker Face was huge. The song features addictive beats and insinuations along with many references to poker such as “luck and intuition play the cards with spades to start.” This song will add a zing to your poker night whether it’s a live or online session.
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