A Good Run Of Bad Luck
Clint Black Lyrics
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To win her over, I'd seen the tables turn around
She's ten the hard way, I can feel it in my bones
She'll be makin' my day and not another night alone
'Til it's time for a windfall and not a single moment too soon
I've been too long overdue, now I'm gonna shoot the moon
I'd bet it all on a good run of bad luck
Luck be a lady, and I'm gonna find love comin' on the bottom line
I've been to the table, and I've lost it all before
I'm willin' and able, always comin' back for more
Squeezin' out a thin dime 'til there's no one hanging on my arm
I've gambled on a third time, a fool will tell you it's a charm
If I'm bettin' on a loser, I'm gonna have a devil to pay
But it's the only game I know to play, it doesn't matter anyway
In Clint Black's song A Good Run Of Bad Luck, the lyrics describe a gambler's love story. The singer is willing to bet it all on the chance of winning his love interest over. He is a high roller, always willing to take risks, even when his luck has run out before. Despite losing it all before, he continues to gamble because it is the only game he knows how to play. He is ready to take another chance, hoping that luck will finally be on his side. He is confident that his luck will change, and he will win not only the game but also the heart of his love interest.
The lyrics are a metaphor for life, encouraging listeners to take chances and risk failure. The singer is determined to shoot the moon, meaning he is ready to take the ultimate risk to get what he wants. The phrase "a good run of bad luck" implies that sometimes bad luck can turn out to be good luck in disguise. The singer is willing to embrace the uncertainty of his future, believing that something good will come out of his bad luck streak. The phrase "seven come eleven" refers to rolling the dice and hoping for a lucky roll. Similarly, the singer is hoping that his luck will turn around and he will win the game of love.
Line by Line Meaning
A high roller even when the chips are down
I take risks even when chances are not in my favor.
To win her over, I'd seen the tables turn around
I have put in efforts to win her heart and I have succeeded in doing so.
She's ten the hard way, I can feel it in my bones
I can sense that she's a difficult woman, but I am ready to take the challenge.
She'll be makin' my day and not another night alone
Being with her will bring joy and happiness, and no more lonely nights.
'Til it's time for a windfall and not a single moment too soon
I have been waiting for good luck to come my way, and it is long overdue.
I've been too long overdue, now I'm gonna shoot the moon
Since good luck has been elusive, I will make a bold move to achieve success.
I'd bet it all on a good run of bad luck
I would take a huge risk in hopes of turning things around by betting everything I have.
Seven come eleven and she could be mine
If luck is on my side, I will win and she will be mine.
Luck be a lady, and I'm gonna find love comin' on the bottom line
I hope fortune favors me, and I find love in the end despite the odds.
I've been to the table, and I've lost it all before
I have taken risks in the past and lost everything I had.
I'm willin' and able, always comin' back for more
I am ready to take more risks despite past failures, hoping for a different outcome.
Squeezin' out a thin dime 'til there's no one hanging on my arm
I am living life on a tight budget and alone.
I've gambled on a third time, a fool will tell you it's a charm
Despite previous failures, I am hopeful that the third time will be lucky.
If I'm bettin' on a loser, I'm gonna have a devil to pay
If I take a huge risk on something that is unlikely to succeed, I may have to face severe consequences.
But it's the only game I know to play, it doesn't matter anyway
Even if it's the only option I have, I will take a chance, and the result may not matter to me anymore.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Clint Patrick Black, Hayden Nicholas
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ratchetface
God this era of country music was magic. Garth Brooks, Clint Black, George Straight, Brooks Dunn and Tracey Lawrence.
Scaredy Cat Paranormal
90’s Country is the ultimate best ever!
joseph cherry
Lets not forget Sammy Kershaw, i love his song " Cadallac Style"
Scott Miller
Let’s add a little Blackhawk baby!!!!
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I heard there was another guy named George Strait who was pretty good.
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@Scott Millerlove Blsckhawk
Christopher Jones
I am not an enthusiast of country music, but I love this. It's so creative, powerful and has a resonating tone. The lyrics and vocals are immensely synergistic. I regard this well above the norm for the genre.
Camron Shrum
Well I'm not normal and thank the heavens for me some Clint Black!!! Your a country listener now!!!
You Still Think Leftism Works? Really? REALLY?!?
Did your record label stop paying for promotion, Clint?
Bjørn-Sondre Svensen
This song is without a doubt one of the best country songs i've ever heard in my life because i never get tired of listening to it, and it's also a really really good driving song. So i really love this song.