formed in 1994 mixing punk/hardcore/thrash and rock , igniting some fire an… Read Full Bio ↴formed in 1994 mixing punk/hardcore/thrash and rock , igniting some fire and ferocity into a stagnant and boring u.k. punk/hardcore scene. They became one of the most talked about underground outfits as half the band played naked whilst whirlwind frontman 'Britt' screamed into the audiences faces causing chaos and confusion. It was anti-fashion and anti 'scene'; the band gained a loyal following whilst upsetting many people in the process;they were even known to take a dump on stage from time to time (shock horror!!) Power,passion,precision,politics and the ability to hack off a very conservative scene underlined how timid things had become. Assert are more punk than you and more hardcore then the average middle class wanabee who inhabits the modern 'Hardcore scene' . Still one of the most talked about bands around and still not giving a toss. The band are recording their sixth full length album ; all the shizzle can be purchased at the website :

www.assertkickass.co.uk

Previous labels who have released Assert records are : Household name records ; Hardboiled/Diehard ; maltsoda ; stranded records; Intimidation and Hideous eye. Assert have toured or played live with almost every punk/hardcore band you could care to mention. Assert are always on the lookout for bands interested in split singles and tours so please get in touch.Get the latest U.S.A. version of their fourth full length here :

www.maltsoda.com/catalog.html

'Invigorating in it's manic aggression,inspiring with it's articulate focused anger' - Terrorizer magazine.

'Anyone who has seen Britt and co destroy an audience can confirm that Assert are a ferocious live entity' - Terrorizer.

Ace of Spades
Assert Lyrics

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If you like to gamble, I tell you I'm your man,
You win some, lose some, all the same to me,
The pleasure is to play, makes no difference what you say,
I don't share your greed, the only card I need is
The Ace Of Spades
Playing for the high one, dancing with the devil,
Going with the flow, it's all the same to me,
Seven or Eleven, snake eyes watching you,

Double up or quit, double stake or split,
The Ace Of Spades
You know I'm born to lose, and gambling's for fools,
But that's the way I like it baby,
I don't wanna live forever,
And don't forget the joker!
Pushing up the ante, I know you've got to see me,
Read 'em and weep, the dead man's hand again,
I see it in your eyes, take one look and die,

The only thing you see, you know it's gonna be,
The Ace Of Spades

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Assert's song, "Ace of Spades," are about gambling, taking risks, and the thrill that comes along with both. The song is essentially centered on the idea of how life is full of risks and uncertainties, and sometimes it requires a bit of luck to get what you want out of it. The lyrics encourage the listener to embrace this attitude towards life by using gambling as a metaphor. The singer seems to have an "I don't care" attitude towards winning or losing because what he enjoys the most is the act of playing. He does, however, acknowledge that the only card he truly needs is the Ace of Spades.

The phrase "dancing with the devil" suggests that the singer knows that this lifestyle may come with consequences, but he's willing to take the risks. The subsequent lines, "Going with the flow, it's all the same to me, Seven or Eleven, snake eyes watching you, Double up or quit, double stake or split," describe the various options and decisions one has when gambling. The singer then acknowledges that even he knows that gambling is foolish, but he still loves it all the same. The last line, "Don't forget the joker!" is a nod to the game of poker, where the joker is often considered a wild card. The song has a fast and energetic tempo and features a prominent guitar riff, further emphasizing its message of taking risks and living life to the fullest.

Line by Line Meaning

If you like to gamble, I tell you I'm your man,
If gambling is your thing, then I am the one you should come to.

You win some, lose some, all the same to me,
Whether you win or lose, it makes no difference to me.

The pleasure is to play, makes no difference what you say,
Playing is in itself a source of joy, and your opinion about it does not matter.

I don't share your greed, the only card I need is The Ace Of Spades
Unlike you, I am not greedy for multiple cards; I only require one card which is the Ace of Spades.

Playing for the high one, dancing with the devil,
I am engaging in high stakes gambling, and even if it's risky, I am willing to partake in it.

Going with the flow, it's all the same to me,
Regardless of how things are going, I am not concerned and will continue playing as usual.

Seven or Eleven, snake eyes watching you,
Whether you roll a seven, eleven or two ones on the dice, my eyes are on you.

Double up or quit, double stake or split,
I am willing to take risks by doubling my bets or quitting, doubling my stake or splitting it.

The Ace Of Spades
The only card I am concerned with is the Ace of Spades.

You know I'm born to lose, and gambling's for fools,
I'm predisposed to losing, and gambling is generally foolish.

But that's the way I like it baby,
However, I still enjoy gambling despite the odds.

I don't wanna live forever,
I'm not concerned with how long I live as long as I enjoy myself, even if it means taking risks.

And don't forget the joker!
Don't forget the wild card in the deck, which can mean anything in the game.

Pushing up the ante, I know you've got to see me,
I am increasing the stakes, and I know you cannot ignore me.

Read 'em and weep, the dead man's hand again,
You cannot beat my hand, which is known as the 'dead man's hand.'

I see it in your eyes, take one look and die,
You cannot hide your disappointment in your eyes when you see my winning hand.

The only thing you see, you know it's gonna be, The Ace Of Spades
When you see my cards, you know that the only one that matters is the Ace of Spades.

Writer(s): EDWARD CLARKE, IAN KILMISTER, PHILIP TAYLOR

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