Let It Ride

Eighteen to one his horse just crossed the finish line
Next race a sure bet, he wagers one more time
Let it ride, let it ride

One more advance and he’s bout’ maxed out for the day
He spins away and says “To win, ya gotta play”
Let it ride, let it ride


A streetlight moth drawn into the game
That jackpot by the door pulls him near
The hole grows deeper but he feels he’s not to blame
Just needs a break and he’ll be clear


He’s won some hearts along his neon back-lit trip
He swore each time it was enough to make him quit
Let it ride, let it ride



Truth be known his true love came before
Buffet lines and electric siren songs
She played his love on another gaming floor
She won his heart then moved on
Hopeful schemes are watchin’ wheels go round and round
Broken dreams are tumblin’ through this damn town
Let it ride, let it ride
Let it ride ..