Ace of spades
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If you like to gamble, I tell you I´m you´re man,
You win some, lose some it´s all the same to me,
The pleasure is to play, it 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 take 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 want to live forever,
And don´t forget the joker!

Pushing up the ante, I know you want 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 song "Ace of Spades" by Motorhead is an anthem for those who live life on the edge, taking risks and living for the thrill of the game. The lyrics speak of the pleasures of gambling, where the win or loss is indifferent to the singer as long as they get to play. They reject the greedy nature of others and choose to live on their own terms. The only card they need is the Ace of Spades, referring to the highest-ranking card in a game of poker.


The second verse of the song speaks of the risks involved in gambling. They're willing to play for the highest stakes, even if it means dancing with the devil. They go with the flow and take chances, hoping to roll snake eyes, the lowest score in dice, or hit a jackpot. They're willing to put everything on the line, double up, or quit without fear. The Ace of Spades symbolizes their confidence in their abilities and their willingness to take risks.


The final verse of the song speaks of the inevitability of death and the Joker. The singer is born to lose and knows that gambling is considered foolish. However, they embrace it, knowing it's the way they want to live their life. They don't want to live forever, and they're not afraid of death. The Joker, another card in the deck, also represents the unpredictability and randomness of life.


Line by Line Meaning

If you like to gamble, I tell you I´m you´re man,
I am the one you can count on if you enjoy taking risks and placing bets.


You win some, lose some it´s all the same to me,
I am indifferent to whether you win or lose. Both outcomes are equally acceptable to me.


The pleasure is to play, it makes no difference what you say,
I find enjoyment in the act of playing, regardless of any comments or objections you may have.


I don´t share your greed, the only card I need is,
I do not have the same desire for wealth as you. The only card that matters to me is…


The Ace Of Spades.
…the Ace of Spades, which I view as the ultimate symbol of power and authority in the game.


Playing for the high one, dancing with the devil,
We are taking high risks and making deals with danger by engaging in this game.


Going with the flow, it´s all the same to me,
I am willing to adapt to any changes or developments in the game, as they do not affect my ultimate goal.


Seven or eleven, snake eyes watching you,
The roll of the dice will determine whether you succeed or fail, and the stakes are high.


Double up or quit, double take or split,
You have two options: either increase your bet or withdraw from the game, but make your decision carefully.


The Ace Of Spades.
Regardless of your decision, the only card that matters is the Ace of Spades.


You know I´m born to lose, and gambling´s for fools,
I am destined to fail, and anyone who participates in this game is foolish for doing so.


But that´s the way I like it baby,
Despite the negative outcomes that may ensue, I find great pleasure in gambling and taking risks.


I don´t want to live forever,
I am not seeking longevity or immortality. Instead, I am content to live in the moment and embrace the thrill of risk-taking.


And don´t forget the joker!
In addition to the Ace of Spades, the Joker card is also important, as it can either greatly benefit or harm a player's chances of winning.


Pushing up the ante, I know you want to see me,
I am raising the stakes, knowing that you want to challenge me and potentially beat me in the game.


Read ´em and weep, the dead man´s hand again,
Once the cards are revealed, you will see that I have won yet again, and the hand of cards I hold is known as the “dead man’s hand” due to its significance in the game.


I see it in your eyes, take one look and die,
You can’t hide your disappointment and sense of defeat when you see the cards I hold.


The only thing you see, you know it´s gonna be,
The only thing that matters to you right now is the realization that I have won, and there is no changing that outcome.


The Ace Of Spades.
Once again, the Ace of Spades reigns supreme and is the ultimate deciding factor in who wins or loses.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: EDWARD ALAN CLARKE, IAN KILMISTER, PHILIP JOHN TAYLOR

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