The more I hear the Lady Gaga song “Poker Face”, the more I wanna shoot myself in the face. Come to think of it, Poker Face doesn’t really have much to do with poker anyways and is hopefully not associated with poker by the people who actually listen to the words. Rants aside, here are some decent songs about poker that won’t drive you crazy.
5. Bad Card
Whether you love or hate reggae (most people aren’t in between on this one), you have to appreciate Bob Marley’s poker song Bad Card. Although this song had more to do with politics, Marley did show his understanding of how much bad luck plays into poker.
4. The Card Cheat
The Card Cheat is sung by a punk band by the name of The Clash, and it tells the story of a person whose life is all about cheating in poker. Unfortunately, there’s nothing in this song about the cheat getting their ass kicked.
3. Ace in the Hole
I personally can’t stand country music, but this George Strait tune isn’t bad to listen to when you’re sitting at the poker table. In fact, listening to this song during a long poker session sometimes even helps me semi-like country music.
2. Waiting on the Cards to Fall
Anybody who plays poker long enough will definitely experience the blues, and listening to the blues during these times is always appropriate. Guy Davis’ song about how rough it can be when you’re waiting for decent cards to fall is definitely a classic.
1. Crazy Game of Poker
This is probably the most popular song about poker, and has also probably been the one song that has defined O.A.R.’s career more than anything else. Crazy Game of Poker is always an uplifting song to listen to whether you’re on a hot streak at the table or just need something to pick you up after a bad session.