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“Ace of Spades” is a classic heavy metal song by the British band Motörhead, released in 1980 on their album of the same name. The song is considered one of the band’s signature tracks and is often cited as a landmark in the development of heavy metal music.
The song is known for its fast-paced, driving rhythm, aggressive guitar riffs, and iconic opening line: “If you like to gamble, I tell you I’m your man / You win some, lose some, it’s all the same to me.”
Lyrically, “Ace of Spades” is a celebration of living life on the edge and taking risks. The song’s title refers to the highest card in a deck of playing cards, often associated with death and danger.
Over the years, “Ace of Spades” has become a staple of Motörhead’s live shows and has been covered by many other artists in a variety of styles. The song’s influence can be heard in the work of countless heavy metal bands, and it remains a beloved classic of the genre to this day.