As you probably already know, metal bands find inspiration for their songs from all aspects of their lives. Indeed, metal songs are mostly about a bit wilder and darker way of life, so the topics they revolve around usually include drugs, alcohol, pain, and gambling.
Not only do metal bands sing about gambling, but many other music genres also cover this topic too as it’s an activity full of risk most people love. And it’s not only artists who like to gamble (given that they have large incomes). People from all over the world indulge in this pastime and become gambling enthusiasts.
Just take a look at what XL-Bet has to offer, and you’ll get a great insight into why many people are fond of gambling and why many artists cover this topic. In this text, we’ll present you with the top four metal songs that revolve around gambling, some of which you’ve probably heard of but didn’t know are all about gambling.
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Here’s our list of the top four metal songs that talk about gambling:
1. The angel and the gambler
We’ve all heard about Iron Maiden, the most legendary heavy metal band in the world. Believe it or not, their song “The angel and the gambler” talks about gambling, which is why we’ve decided to place it as No.1 on our list. The song is about a person who’s struggling with a gambling addiction.
2. Poker face
No, we’re not talking about Lady Gaga’s song. We’re talking about the song “Poker face,” cover of Lady Gaga’s song by Steve N’ Seagulls from Finland. The song differs much from the original in that the band has changed it to revolve mostly around gambling, whereas there are no ties to gambling in Lady Gaga’s song.
3. Ace of spades
“Ace of Spades” is probably the second most iconic metal song about gambling, after or No.1 on this list. Ace of spades is a song by the metal band called “Motorhead” and revolves around the story of a gambler who is addicted to the thrill of risk. Ace of spades is “a classic” nowadays.
4. Train of consequences
Train of Consequences is a song by Megadeath and is excellent to listen to when you’re on your gambling spree. The song talks about the consequences of gambling on society and makes you think about what the risk you take can bring and how important it is to make the right choices.
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