Bad Luck
Social Distortion
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Some people like to gamble, But you, you always lose. Some people like to rock 'n' roll, You're always singin' the blues You gotta nasty disposition, No one really knows the reason why, You gotta bad, bad reputation, Gonna hang your head down and cry You got bad, bad luck Bad, bad luck You got bad, bad luck Bad, bad luck Thirteen's my lucky number, To you it means stay inside. Black cat done crossed my path, No reason to run and hide. You're looking through a cracked mirror, No one really knows the reason why. Your enemies are gettin' nearer, Gonna hang down your head and cry You got bad, bad luck Bad, bad luck You got bad, bad luck Bad, bad luck Some people go to church on Sundays, Others they pray at home. You tell them that there ain't no God, That they're better off standin' alone. You're always scratchin' at the eight ball, No one really knows the reason why. You get to the top and then you fall, Gonna hang down your head and cry.
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Written by: Chris Overland, Desmond Child, Stephen Mark Overland
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"Bad Luck" is a song by Social Distortion, an American punk rock band formed in 1978 in Fullerton, California. The band was founded by Mike Ness, who is the lead vocalist, lead guitarist, and the only constant member.
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Album Release"Bad Luck" is a song from the band's fifth studio album "Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell". The album was released in February 1992 under the record label Epic.
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Billboard Chart Success"Bad Luck" was a significant commercial success for the band. It reached number 2 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks in 1992, making it the highest-charting single for the band in that chart.
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Famous LyricsThe chorus of the song has the lyrics "May be born to lose, but I won't lose my freedom", which embody the punk rock spirit of rebellion.
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Popular Culture"Bad Luck", along with the band's other songs, has featured in several movies, television series, and video games. For instance, it was on the soundtrack of the 2000 film “The Filth and the Fury”.
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InspirationSocial Distortion is known to blend punk with rockabilly and blues, creating a distinct sound. "Bad Luck" is a prime example of this, with the subject matter reflecting the struggles of lead singer Mike Ness’s life, including his battles with drug addiction and his time IN jail.
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Live Performances"Bad Luck" has been a staple of Social Distortion's live performances since it was first written and continues to be a fan-favorite at their concerts.
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Song WritingLike most songs by the band, "Bad Luck" was written by lead singer and guitarist Mike Ness. His lyrics typically express a sense of despair, yet also hope and determination to overcome adversity.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Bad Luck" portrays the band performing the song amidst scenes of wreckage and destruction, symbolically matching the song's theme.
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Album SuccessThe album "Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell" featuring "Bad Luck" achieved Gold Certification by RIAA, meaning it sold more than 500,000 copies.
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