Cold Sweat
Jorn Lyrics


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I put my money in a suitcase
And headed for the big race
I felt a chill on my backbone
As I hung up the telephone

Stone cold sober and stone cold sweat
Running down the back of my neck
To lose means trouble, to win pays double
And I got me a heavy bet

Cold, cold sweat

They say chances on the outside
Are looking pretty slim
I feel so lucky on the inside
I feel I'm going to win…oh yeah

Stone cold sober and stone cold sweat
Running down the back of my neck
Take a little money, there's nothing left to lose
And I got me a heavy bet

Cold, cold sweat

I've got me a whole month's wages
I haven't seen that much in ages
I might spend it in stages
And move out to Las Vegas

Stone cold sober and stone cold sweat
Running down the back of my neck
To lose means trouble, to win pays double
And I got me a heavy bet

Cold, cold sweat

I put my money in a suitcase…oh yeah

Stone cold sober and stone cold sweat




Stone cold crazy
Place another bet

Overall Meaning

Jorn’s song Cold Sweat is about a high-stakes gambler who is preparing for a big race. The lyrics describe his nervousness and the pressure he’s under to win. As he heads to the race with his money in a suitcase, he feels a chill down his spine, which could be interpreted as a sign of danger. He is betting a heavy amount, which he stands to double if he wins. Throughout the song, he repeatedly mentions the feeling of “stone cold sweat” running down his neck, indicating his intense stress and anxiety.


Despite the odds being against him, the singer is confident he will win. He feels lucky on the inside and has a strong desire to win. He is willing to risk everything, including a month’s wages, to come out victorious. With no fear, he plans to move to Las Vegas and continue gambling. The song ends on a somewhat ambiguous note, as he speaks of placing another bet, suggesting that his addiction to gambling may continue.


Cold Sweat is an engaging song that illustrates the thrill and danger of gambling. The lyrics effectively portray the singer’s nervousness, his obsessiveness with winning, and the overwhelming desire to take big risks for huge rewards. The song’s up-tempo beat and catchy melody make it an enjoyable listen. Overall, Cold Sweat delivers a message of caution and awareness about the pitfalls of gambling.


Line by Line Meaning

I put my money in a suitcase
I invested a large sum of money in hopes of winning a significant prize.


And headed for the big race
I made my way to the all-important competition.


I felt a chill on my backbone
I had an overwhelming feeling of apprehension.


As I hung up the telephone
Right after I hung up the phone, I started feeling nervous.


Stone cold sober and stone cold sweat
Although I'm completely sober, I'm trying to keep my cool amidst my anxiety.


Running down the back of my neck
Physical manifestations of fear can be felt by characters and anyone going through anxiety, hence the cold sweat running down my neck.


To lose means trouble, to win pays double
The outcome of the competition has a major impact on my life, and winning will result in much more rewards than losing.


And I got me a heavy bet
I have placed a considerable wager on the success of my endeavors.


Cold, cold sweat
The anxiety and fear surrounding the competition is causing me to sweat profusely even though I am stone cold sober.


They say chances on the outside
People may believe that the probability of winning the competition isn't very high for me.


Are looking pretty slim
There's a low chance of success, according to the general belief.


I feel so lucky on the inside
On the other hand, I believe that having the courage to enter the race is a good sign and proves that I am indeed lucky.


I feel I'm going to win…oh yeah
I have a sense of confidence or hope that I will emerge victoriously.


Take a little money, there's nothing left to lose
I've already invested so much that losing a little bit more won't make a big difference.


And I got me a heavy bet
My wager is significant compared to the remaining money I have.


I've got me a whole month's wages
The sum that I invested in the competition equals my earnings over the course of one month's work.


I haven't seen that much in ages
This is the largest sum of money I've seen or worked with in a very long time.


I might spend it in stages
I plan on spending the money I earn by investing it in small amounts at different intervals.


And move out to Las Vegas
If I end up winning this prize, I might use the money to move to Las Vegas and start a new life.


Stone cold crazy
My anxiety is making me feel like I'm losing my sanity.


Place another bet
Even though I am already heavily invested and the pressure is mounting, I still decide to place one more wager.




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