Ace of Spades

Motörhead

About Ace of Spades

"Ace of Spades" is a song by English heavy metal band Motörhead, released in 1980 as a single and the title track to the album Ace of Spades.


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If you like to gamble, I tell you I'm your man
You win some, lose some, all the same to me

The pleasure is to play, makes no difference what you say
I don't share your greed, the only card I need is the Ace of Spades
The Ace of Spades

Playing for the high one, dancing with the devil
Going with the flow, it's all a game to me

Seven or eleven, snake eyes watching you
Double up or quit, double stake or split, the Ace of Spades
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 wanna live for ever
And don't forget the joker!

Pushing up the ante, I know you gotta 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
The Ace of Spades

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Motörhead

Motörhead ( /ˈmoʊtərhɛd/) are an English heavy metal band formed in 1975 by bassist, singer and songwriter Ian Fraser Kilmister, professionally known by his stage name Lemmy, who has remained the sole constant member. The band are often considered a precursor to or one of the earliest members of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, which re-energised heavy metal in the late 1970s and early 1980s. To date, Motörhead have released twenty studio albums, seven live recordings, five compilation albums and five EPs. Usually a power trio, they had particular success in the early 1980s with several successful singles in the UK Top 40 chart. The albums Overkill, Bomber, Ace of Spades, and particularly No Sleep 'til Hammersmith, cemented Motörhead's reputation as one o… more »

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Written by: Edward Alan Clarke, Ian Kilmister, Philip John Taylor

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10 facts about this song

Release and Success
"Ace of Spades" is a title track from Motörhead's same-titled album released in 1980. - The song reached number 15 on the UK Singles Chart and has since become a staple in the band's live shows.
Song Composition
Lead vocalist Lemmy Kilmister wrote "Ace of Spades". He declared it as an exploration of his love for gambling and risks. - The song is famous for its iconic heavy metal guitar riff.
Music Video
The music video for "Ace of Spades" was shot in a desert setting portraying the band as Old West cowboys. - It was one of the earliest examples of the band making music videos and helped cement their presence on MTV.
Cultural Impact
"Ace of Spades" has featured in various movies, television shows, and video games. - Notably, the song has appeared in 'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3,' 'Guitar Hero,' and the film 'The Young Ones'.
Musical Legacy
This song is considered one of the best hard rock songs of all time. - "Rolling Stone" magazine ranked it at number 155 on its list of "The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time".
After Lemmy's Death
Following lead vocalist Lemmy's death in 2015, fans launched a campaign to get "Ace of Spades" to number 1 in the UK Singles Chart as a tribute. It eventually reached number 13.
Variations
Several cover versions exist by artists like Linkin Park and Metallica. - There is also an acoustic version of the song, which showcases the versatility of its sound and composition.
Live Performances
"Ace of Spades" was often the finale song in Motörhead's live performances, with the inclusion of pyrotechnic displays. - Various live recordings of the song have been released as singles and in the band’s compilations albums also.
Lyrics
The song’s phrase “read ‘em and weep” is a classic phrase said in poker games when a player reveals a winning hand.
Album Art
The album cover featuring the song shows the band members dressed as cowboys, reflecting the “wild west” theme featured in the music video.

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