Loggins was born in Everett, Washington and is the youngest of three brothers. His mother was Lina (née Massie), a homemaker, and his father, Robert George Loggins, was a salesman. They lived in Detroit and Seattle before settling in Alhambra, California. Loggins attended San Gabriel Mission High School, graduating in 1966. He formed a band called the Second Helping that released three singles during 1968 and 1969 on Viva Records. Greg Shaw described the efforts as "excellent punky folk-pop records" that were written by Loggins who was likely to be the bandleader and singer as well; Shaw included "Let Me In" on both Highs in the Mid-Sixties, Volume 2 and the Pebbles, Volume 9 CD.
Loggins had a short gig playing guitar for the New Improved Electric Prunes in 1969 before writing four songs for the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, which were included in their Uncle Charlie & His Dog Teddy album. During his early twenties, he was part of the band Gator Creek with Mike Deasy. An early version of "Danny's Song" (later recorded by Loggins and Messina and a No. 7 Hot 100 hit for Anne Murray in 1973) was included in a record on Mercury Records.
Loggins appears in the 2013 video game Grand Theft Auto V playing himself as the host of an in-game radio station called Los Santos Rock Radio. He also lends the songs "Danger Zone" and "I'm Free (Heaven Helps the Man)", and sings station jingles.
In 2014, Loggins appeared as himself in the episode "Baby Shower" of the fifth season of the animated comedy series Archer. His song "Danger Zone" had been a recurring joke in the show. At the end of the episode and during the credits, Loggins also performs a country version of "Danger Zone" as a duet with the character of Cherlene. Loggins stated in a later interview that his in-show nickname 'K-Log' is a complete creation of the show, stating, "It was always a joke. That's why it works, because it's so absurd.
Lady Luck
Kenny Loggins Lyrics
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And all his life was a golden gamble
You'd see him reeling it in when the odds were high
Something supernatural, a charlatan, a mastermind
Or some lucky lady's design
Oh, what the devil, it's fun
His lady luck was his one companion
His heart had been bought and bound
But he chanced to fall in new love
He kissed her and he cut the tie
And kissed his lucky lady goodbye
Oh, spin your wheel of fortune
Shuffle the cards, blow on the dice
Are you with me in love
Like you've been with me in life
If I leave you for a lover
Would you leave me far behind
You should've known from the start
She'd take no part in a love triangle
You have to be her's alone
And go it on your own
Because if you've found a new love
Lady Luck is gonna step aside
So kiss your lucky lady goodbye
Spin your wheel of fortune
Shuffle the cards, blow on the dice
Are you with me in love
Like you've been with me in life?
If I leave you for an hour
Would you leave me far behind?
Seven-eleven he rolled
And all his life was a golden gamble
You'd see him reeling it in when the odds were high
Something supernatural, a charlatan, was a mastermind
Or some lucky lady's
Or some jealous lady
Kiss your lucky lady goodbye
Don't pass this way again, goodbye
Don't pass this way again, goodbye
The song "Lady Luck" by Kenny Loggins tells the story of a man whose life was a golden gamble, constantly taking risks and relying on luck to guide him. He has a close relationship with Lady Luck, who he sees as his one companion. However, he falls in love with someone else and decides to leave his lucky lady behind. The lyrics suggest that Lady Luck can only be with someone who is solely devoted to her and willing to take risks, and that she will step aside if the person finds love elsewhere.
The opening lines paint a vivid picture of the man's life, rolling dice at a casino, taking chances and reeling in his winnings. The use of the phrase "golden gamble" suggests that he sees his life as a win-or-lose game, where luck is the key to success. The lyrics go on to describe Lady Luck as something supernatural, a charlatan, or a mastermind, suggesting that the man sees her as powerful and mysterious. However, he ultimately chooses to leave her behind for a new love.
The chorus of the song encourages the listener to spin the wheel of fortune, shuffle the cards, and blow on the dice, suggesting that taking risks and relying on luck can be exciting and fun. However, the lyrics also caution that if someone chooses to leave their devoted relationship with Lady Luck, she will step aside and abandon them.
Overall, "Lady Luck" is a cautionary tale about the dangers of relying too heavily on luck and the importance of devotion in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Seven-eleven he rolled
He took high risks in life and gambled a lot.
And all his life was a golden gamble
His life was a game of chance and he embraced it all along.
You'd see him reeling it in when the odds were high
He would make the most of the opportunity, especially when the chances of success were high.
Something supernatural, a charlatan, a mastermind
He was either a genius who knew how to exploit his luck, or he believed in supernatural forces that helped him win.
Or some lucky lady's design
It could be possible that some woman he met brought him good fortune.
Oh, what the devil, it's fun
Although it was risky, he enjoyed taking chances in life.
His lady luck was his one companion
He believed that his luck was like a woman, with whom he shared an inseparable bond.
And by the silver and gold
He had become rich because of his gambling skills and fortune.
His heart had been bought and bound
His obsession with gambling had consumed him completely, and he could not think beyond it.
But he chanced to fall in new love
He unexpectedly fell in love with someone new.
He kissed her and he cut the tie
He decided to let go of his old way of life that revolved around gambling and moved on with his new love.
And kissed his lucky lady goodbye
He said goodbye to his old way of life, knowing that his luck would no longer follow him.
Oh, spin your wheel of fortune
This line is a reference to gambling, where spinning the wheel or rolling the dice can either make or break your fortune.
Shuffle the cards, blow on the dice
These lines are a repetition of the previous one, emphasizing how uncertain life can be.
Are you with me in love
He is asking if his partner will stand by him in love like they did during his risky gambling days.
Like you've been with me in life
He is asking if his partner will support him in his life decisions, no matter how risky or uncertain they may seem.
If I leave you for a lover
He is contemplating leaving his current partner for someone else.
Would you leave me far behind
He is asking if his partner will abandon him if he chooses a different path in life.
You should've known from the start
This line suggests that his partner should have been aware of his gambling addiction and how it defined his life.
She'd take no part in a love triangle
His new love interest did not want to be part of a love triangle and would only accept his affections exclusively.
You have to be her's alone
His new love interest demands exclusivity from him and does not want to share him with anyone else.
And go it on your own
He has to let go of his old ways and face his uncertain future alone.
Because if you've found a new love
This line implies that if you find a new love, you have to let go of your old ways and start afresh.
Lady Luck is gonna step aside
His luck will no longer favour him if he chooses the path of love over gambling.
So kiss your lucky lady goodbye
He has to bid farewell to his old way of life that was centred around gambling.
Don't pass this way again, goodbye
He has to move on with his new love and steer clear of the gambling world to have a happy life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group
Written by: ARNIE SOMOGYI, ROBERT TOWNSEND
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