Other songs with a play craps or gambling theme

There are so many records and songs out there that relate to the wins and losses in gambling. Whatever the draw is between music writers, musicians and the card game, it certainly is a powerful one. It is very clear that this is a topic that musicians love! Perhaps it is the love hate relationship gamblers have with lady luck that causes so much fascination with the game. Here is a rundown of some of the all time greatest craps and gambling related releases and some song lyrics that made them so popular.

Ace of Spades – Motorhead

‘If you like to gamble, I tell you I’m your man’. Immortal line from a song that has become an anthem!

The Card Cheat – The Clash

‘The gamblers’ face cracks into a grin, as he lays down the king of spades’

Easy Money – Billy Joel

‘Take me to the tables, Take me to the fights, run me like the numbers, roll me like the dice’

Deal – Grateful Dead

‘Costs a lot to win, and even more to lose’

House of the Rising Sun – Bob Dylan

‘Now the only thing a gambler needs, Is a suitcase and a trunk’

Deal Em Again – Christopher Cross

‘It don’t matter, lose or win. You can deal ‘em again’

Poker Face – Lady GaGa

‘I wanna hold em’ like they do in Texas Plays, fold em’ let em’ hit me raise it baby stay with me’

Shape of my heart – Sting

‘He deals the cards as a meditation, and those he plays never suspect, he doesn’t play for the money he wins, he doesn’t play for respect’

Have a Lucky Day – Morphine

‘Players win and winners play have a lucky day’ great to listen to when you play craps

Five Card Stud – Ace Frehley

‘I was born the son of a card shark, with a deck in my hand’

There are so many songs out there, I could go on and on! I think it is more fun for you to go out and discover some greats that i have missed. I am sure there are a few! Choose your favorites and make your own poker night collection to get you in the mood for a game.