Bad Luck
D. Valentine Lyrics
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Never in the mood - to change his life
Nobody wants to help him - as he spirals down
But one day the wrong decision - hit him overnight
No more cocktail parties - champagne's run dry
No company take-overs - stock markets high
No more hand-jobs in the boardroom - sex is history
At last he realized - he did it wrong
Messed big time everywhere - double-dealing lies
He's going down on his bad luck - his just deserts
He's going down on his bad luck - what he deserved
His old man told him always - listen son
It's a two-way street to fortune - you gotta hit and run
Don't forget the mirror - look who's behind
And don't you come up crying - when it's faster coming down
At last he realized - he did it wrong
Messed big time everywhere - double-dealing lies
He's going down on his bad luck - his just deserts
He's going down on his bad luck - what he deserved
He's going down on his bad luck - it's his time
He's going down on his bad luck - can't rewind
Do you get the story - you know this man
Have you learned a lesson - do you understand
When all you got is crystal - you shouldn't cast a stone
So be careful when you go up - 'cause you'll meet them coming down
He's going down on his bad luck - his just deserts
He's going down on his bad luck - what he deserved
He's going down on his bad luck - it's his time
He's going down on his bad luck - can't rewind
The lyrics of D. Valentine's song "Bad Luck" tell the story of a man who lived a life of excess and dishonesty, never considering the consequences of his actions. He used people for his own gain, cheated his way to wealth, and indulged in vices like sex and drugs. But one day, his fortunes took a turn for the worse, and he lost everything he had worked for. The man's story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of greed and the importance of accountability.
The song's chorus, "He's going down on his bad luck - his just deserts," emphasizes the idea of karma and the fact that the man's downfall is a result of his own choices. The lyrics also highlight the importance of self-awareness and introspection, urging the listener to examine their own behavior and avoid making the same mistakes as the man in the song.
Overall, "Bad Luck" is a powerful and thought-provoking song that encourages listeners to take responsibility for their actions and avoid the pitfalls of greed and dishonesty.
Line by Line Meaning
I have to tell a story - about a man
There is a story that I must share about a particular man
Never in the mood - to change his life
He was never motivated enough to make significant changes to his life
Nobody wants to help him - as he spirals down
As he goes into a downward spiral, nobody is willing to provide him assistance
But one day the wrong decision - hit him overnight
He made a bad decision one night, and it had significant consequences for him
No more cocktail parties - champagne's run dry
He can no longer attend cocktail parties as there is no means to fund such events
No company take-overs - stock markets high
He is no longer in a position to engage in corporate takeovers as the stock market's value is too high
No more hand-jobs in the boardroom - sex is history
He is no longer able to engage in any form of sexual activity in the boardroom or elsewhere
And no saunas, no jacuzzis - the penalties you'll reap
He must face the consequences of his actions and is no longer able to enjoy amenities like saunas and jacuzzis
At last he realized - he did it wrong
He finally came to the realization that he made a lot of mistakes
Messed big time everywhere - double-dealing lies
He made mistakes in various areas of his life, including dishonest practices
He's going down on his bad luck - his just deserts
He is now facing the consequences of his previous actions
He's going down on his bad luck - what he deserved
He is experiencing the negative repercussions of his previous choices
His old man told him always - listen son
His father always advised him
It's a two-way street to fortune - you gotta hit and run
Making money is a two-step process that involves taking risks then avoiding the negative outcomes carefully
Don't forget the mirror - look who's behind
He must constantly assess his actions and be cautious about those he associates with
And don't you come up crying - when it's faster coming down
He should not be surprised when his downfall comes around quickly
He's going down on his bad luck - it's his time
This is the time for him to pay the price for his actions
He's going down on his bad luck - can't rewind
It is not possible to undo his past mistakes and avoid the current consequences
Do you get the story - you know this man
Have you understood the message in this story about a particular man
Have you learned a lesson - do you understand
The song is asking the listener if they have learned a lesson or have understood the moral of the story
When all you got is crystal - you shouldn't cast a stone
If you are also guilty of bad actions, you should not condemn others for their wrongdoings
So be careful when you go up - 'cause you'll meet them coming down
Be cautious when you are on top because eventually, you may find yourself in the same position as those you once looked down on
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Chris Overland, Desmond Child, Stephen Mark Overland
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