Sin City
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Diamonds, and dust
Poor man last, rich man first
Lamborghinis, caviar
Dry martini, Shangi-La

I've got a burnin' feelin'
Deep inside of me
It's yearnin'
But I'm gonna set it free

I'm goin' in
To Sin City
I'm gonna win
In Sin City

Where the lights are bright
Do the town tonight
I'm gonna win
In Sin City
Oh, let me roll you baby!

Ladders and snakes
Ladders give, snakes take
Rich man poor man
Beggar man, thief
Ain't got a hope in hell
That's my belief
Fingers Freddie, Diamond Jim
They're gettin' ready
Look out! I'm comin' in!

So spin that wheel, cut that pack
And roll those loaded dice
Bring on the dancing girls
And put the champagne on ice

I'm goin' in
To Sin City
I'm gonna win
In Sin City

Where the lights are bright
Do the town tonight




I'm goin' in
To Sin City

Overall Meaning

The song Sin City by AC/DC seems to be about the thrill of gambling and taking risks in the city of sin, Las Vegas. The first verse describes the luxurious lifestyle associated with the elite and wealthy who frequent the city - diamonds, Lamborghinis, caviar, and dry martinis. However, the focus is more on the feeling of yearning to be a part of it all, and the burning sensation that comes from taking risks and striving to win big.


The second verse talks about the concept of luck and how it favors some while leaving others without hope. The names Fingers Freddie and Diamond Jim refer to characters known for their gambling prowess, setting the tone for the competitive atmosphere of Sin City. The chorus speaks to the desire to win and the excitement that comes from playing games of chance, with the bright lights and dancing girls suggesting a high-energy and exhilarating environment.


Overall, the song glorifies the thrill of gambling and taking risks in the face of uncertainty. It celebrates the feeling of living life on the edge and the potential rewards that come from daring to bet big.


Line by Line Meaning

Diamonds, and dust
Sin City is a place of grandeur and decadence, represented by the use of luxurious imagery such as diamonds and dust.


Poor man last, rich man first
The social hierarchy is inverted in Sin City where the rich hold all the power and opportunities, leaving the poor to linger at the bottom.


Lamborghinis, caviar
Materialism and extravagance are the norm in Sin City, where Lamborghinis and caviar are commonplace.


Dry martini, Shangi-La
Sipping on a dry martini at the luxurious hotel Shangi-La is the ultimate expression of class and sophistication in Sin City.


I've got a burnin' feelin'
The artist is consumed with a desire to experience the decadence and thrill of Sin City, which he finds irresistible despite the potential consequences.


Deep inside of me
The feeling is intense and all-consuming, representing a longing for something greater or more exciting.


It's yearnin'
The feeling is a yearning for pleasure, excitement, or the fulfillment of a desire, which the singer is powerless to resist.


But I'm gonna set it free
Despite the overwhelming pull of Sin City, the artist is determined to indulge in this sinful world and experience all that it has to offer.


Where the lights are bright
In Sin City, the flashing lights represent the excitement and thrill of the city, drawing people in from all walks of life.


Do the town tonight
To 'do the town' is to indulge in all that Sin City has to offer in one unforgettable night, something the artist is determined to experience.


Ladders and snakes
To succeed in Sin City is like playing a game of Snakes and Ladders, where one can climb their way up the social ladder but can just as quickly fall back down.


Ladders give, snakes take
While success in Sin City can be fleeting, the risks and consequences of failure are long-lasting and devastating.


Ain't got a hope in hell
The odds are stacked against anyone who tries to make it in Sin City, and the singer believes that he may be defeated before he even starts.


That's my belief
Despite the challenges, the singer still believes that he has what it takes to succeed and is willing to take the risks necessary to make it in Sin City.


Fingers Freddie, Diamond Jim
Fingers Freddie and Diamond Jim symbolize the cunning and greed that is necessary to succeed in Sin City. The singer believes that he must emulate them if he wants to win.


They're gettin' ready
The other players in Sin City are also aiming for the top, and the artist knows that he must be vigilant and prepared to come out on top.


Look out! I'm comin' in!
The artist is confident in his ability to compete in Sin City and is ready to take on all challengers to achieve his goals.


So spin that wheel, cut that pack
The games in Sin City are all based on chance, and even the most skilled players must rely on luck to succeed.


And roll those loaded dice
The other players may try to cheat to ensure their victory, but the singer is willing to take the risk to expose them and come out on top.


Bring on the dancing girls
In Sin City, beautiful women are used as a means of enticing and distracting players, but the artist is not easily swayed by their charms.


And put the champagne on ice
Champagne is the drink of choice in Sin City, representing the glamour and sophistication of the city, and the artist is eager to indulge in its pleasures.


Oh, let me roll you baby!
The artist is offering to teach someone else how to succeed in Sin City, suggesting that they too can indulge in the thrill and excitement of the sinful world.




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Written by: Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Ronald Scott

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Comments from YouTube:

ACDC Portugal

actually sin city was played several time on the stiff upper lip tour, even in 2001

vincent alexandre

Can you give me the date please ? Thanks ;)

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James

Lol Brian singing lyrics from Dog Eat Dog 1:16 and 1:23

Rock'n'Roll Brammert

brian lost the lines at 1:10

vincent alexandre

he lost the line all the song hahahahaha funny Brian ;)

Xxwill55xX

yeah this had to be the first time they played this on the stiff upper lip tour he maybe got 3 lines right lol

Dylan Pereira

Phil was lost too in the intro

ImperialRadioYT

you think lost? maybe he just changed it up, like Thunderstruck in '96

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