Nine Lives

Def Leppard

About Nine Lives

"Nine Lives" is a 2008 song by English hard rock band Def Leppard from their 2008 album, Songs from the Sparkle Lounge as a duet with American country singer Tim McGraw. It was the first single from the album, released on 27 April 2008, two days after the album release.


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Is your luck enough
Is your touch enough
C'mon girl
Can you keep it up
Is your bluff enough

Are you tough enough
Is your stuff enough
Can you start it up
Are you sharp enough
Let it roll, let em go, let em fly
Took a chance on a chance
But the aces were high
Get it on, give it up, give it in
You stole the wages of sin
Got to be in it to win

[Chorus]
Nine lives, nine times to die
I've been bitten once - Tim McGraw
But I won't be twice shy - Tim McGraw
Nine lives, nine times to die
Come on and show me your hand
Cause it's your time to cry

Have you lost your touch
Are the stakes too much
Did you spin the wheel
And could you close a deal.
Yeah, yeah!
Let it roll, let em go, give em style
Took a chance on a chance
But the deuces were wild
Get it on, give it up, give it in
You stole the wages of sin
Cause you're in it to win

[Chorus]
Nine lives, nine times to die
I've been bitten once
But I won't be twice shy
Nine lives, nine times to die
Come on and show me your hand - Tim McGraw
Cause it's your turn to cry - Tim McGraw

Hey!

Let it roll, let em go, let em fly
Took a chance on a chance
But the aces were high
Get it on, give it up, give it in
You stole the wages of sin
Got to be in it to win

[Chorus]

Nine lives, nine times to die
I've been bitten once
But I won't be shy twice
Nine lives, nine times to die
It's Russian roulette
With every roll of your dice

And nine lives is all we're gonna get?
I said all we're gonna get yeah?
Nine lives, nine times to die
You've just bitten less than your nine lives.

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Def Leppard

Def Leppard are an English rock band formed in 1977 in Sheffield as part of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement. Since 1992, the band has consisted of Rick Savage (bass, backing vocals), Joe Elliott (lead vocals), Rick Allen (drums, backing vocals), Phil Collen (guitar, backing vocals), and Vivian Campbell (guitar, backing vocals). Therefore, this is the band's longest-standing lineup. more »

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Written by: JOSEPH ELLIOTT, PHIL COLLEN, RICK SAVAGE, TIM MCGRAW

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11 facts about this song

Collaboration
"Nine Lives" is a unique collaboration between British rock band Def Leppard and American country singer Tim McGraw.
Songwriting
The song was written by three members of Def Leppard - Joe Elliott, Phil Collen, and Rick Savage, in collaboration with Tim McGraw.
Release
It was released in April 2008 as the lead single from Def Leppard's album, "Songs from the Sparkle Lounge."
Genre Blend
The song represents a unique blend of hard rock and country music, showcasing the distinct styles of both Def Leppard and Tim McGraw.
McGraw's First Rock Feature
"Nine Lives" stands as Tim McGraw's first venture into rock music, having previously been known for his country music.
Live Performances
Tim McGraw joined Def Leppard on stage to perform the song live on several occasions, including during their 2008 tour.
Music Video
The music video for "Nine Lives" incorporates elements from both rock and country aesthetics, featuring concert footage as well as scenes of a car race.
Billboard Charts
Although the song did not gather substantial commercial success, it did peak at no. 24 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.
Reception
Reviewers were generally divided on their opinions about the song. Some appreciated the fusion of rock and country, while others felt the combination was less cohesive.
Album's Theme
“Nine Lives” speaks directly to the theme of the entire Sparkle Lounge album, which is about risk-taking and living life to the fullest. The album title refers to the backstage creative hub where Def Leppard would work on new music while on the road.
Unique Presence
It played a role in setting the tone for Def Leppard's "Songs from the Sparkle Lounge," as it was the only track on the album to feature a collaboration with another artist.

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