24 Songs About Luck, from Luck Be a Lady to Get Lucky

What is the most famous song about luck?

"Luck Be a Lady" from Guys and Dolls, made famous by Frank Sinatra, is the classic song about luck. "Lucky" by Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat is the favorite love song about feeling lucky, and "The Gambler" by Kenny Rogers is the most famous song about gambling.

Lucky love songs

1. "Wheel of Fortune", Kay Starr: a 1952 hit about hoping love comes your way.
2. "Lucky Star", Madonna: a bright early 80s dance hit.
3. "I Should Be So Lucky", Kylie Minogue: her breakthrough hit.
4. "Lucky", Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat: a sweet duet about being in love with your best friend.
5. "Lucky Man", Montgomery Gentry: counting the blessings in an ordinary life.
6. "Get Lucky", Daft Punk featuring Pharrell Williams: a disco-funk dance hit.

Classic songs about luck

7. "Mr. Lucky", Henry Mancini: a cool 1959 TV theme.
8. "Luck Be a Lady", Frank Sinatra: a gambler asking luck to stay with him.
9. "Lucky Man", Emerson, Lake and Palmer: a man who had everything except what mattered.
10. "Luck of the Draw", Bonnie Raitt: love as a game of chance.
11. "Lucky", Radiohead: a haunting 90s rock song.
12. "Lucky", Britney Spears: a star who seems to have it all but feels alone.

Songs about bad luck and superstition

13. "Born Under a Bad Sign", Albert King: the classic bad luck blues.
14. "Bad Moon Rising", Creedence Clearwater Revival: a cheerful tune about a bad omen.
15. "Superstition", Stevie Wonder: a warning not to believe in bad luck charms.
16. "Bad Luck", Social Distortion: a punk song about a run of bad breaks.

Songs about gambling and Las Vegas

17. "Viva Las Vegas", Elvis Presley: the ultimate Las Vegas anthem.
18. "Deal", Grateful Dead: a song about cards and caution.
19. "The Gambler", Kenny Rogers: advice from an old card player on a train.
20. "Ace of Spades", Motörhead: a fast, loud song about living like a gambler.
21. "Atlantic City", Bruce Springsteen: a couple taking a chance on the casino town.
22. "Shape of My Heart", Sting: about a card player who plays for the game itself.
23. "Leaving Las Vegas", Sheryl Crow: her first single.
24. "Poker Face", Lady Gaga: a pop hit built on poker metaphors.

Why are there so many songs about luck?

Luck is a simple way to talk about big things: finding the right person, getting a second chance or watching it all slip away. Love songs use luck to say how grateful they are, blues songs use bad luck to explain hard times, and gambling songs use cards and dice as a metaphor for life itself.

The story behind The Gambler

"The Gambler" was written by Don Schlitz and recorded by other singers, including Johnny Cash, before Kenny Rogers released his version in 1978. It became a number one country hit, won a Grammy and inspired a series of TV movies starring Rogers as the gambler. Its card-table wisdom has been quoted by fans, coaches and comedians ever since.

Songs about luck for a new beginning

For a graduate, a new job or a big move, songs about luck make a cheerful send-off. "Lucky Star" and "Get Lucky" are upbeat, and "Wheel of Fortune" is a playful old favorite for someone taking a chance on something new.

Lucky songs for a wedding

"Lucky" by Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat is one of the most popular first dances for couples who started as friends, and "Luck Be a Lady" and "Viva Las Vegas" are fun choices for a Las Vegas wedding or the reception. See our first dance songs for more.

Songs for a casino night

For a casino-themed party or fundraiser, play "Luck Be a Lady" and "Viva Las Vegas" as guests arrive, "The Gambler" and "Shape of My Heart" at the card tables and "Get Lucky" when the dancing starts.

Bad luck songs for Friday the 13th

When Friday the 13th comes around, a playlist of bad luck songs is a fun way to laugh at superstition. "Superstition", "Born Under a Bad Sign" and "Bad Moon Rising" are the classics, and "Bad Luck" by Social Distortion adds a punk edge for a themed party.

Lucky songs for St. Patrick's Day

The luck of the Irish makes luck songs a natural fit for St. Patrick's Day. Mix "Lucky Star" and "Get Lucky" with Irish favorites from our Irish wedding songs for a party everyone can dance to.

Luck, wishes and magic

For songs about wishing on a star, see our songs about wishes, and for a little enchantment, our songs about magic.

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