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"Gambler" is a song by Madonna from the 1985 film Vision Quest soundtrack. Released on October 4, 1985, by Geffen Records, it was the second single from the soundtrack but wasn't released in the United States at the request of Madonna's label, Sire Records.
Background[]
Madonna wrote the song herself, and John "Jellybean" Benitez took charge of the production. The music video is composed of scenes from the movie Vision Quest, seamlessly blending the song's energy with the film's visuals.
The song is a lively fusion of synth-pop and disco, featuring a vibrant arrangement of drums, electronic handclaps, percussion, bass synth, and keyboards. The lyrics convey Madonna's strong sense of independence and determination. Although critical reception was mixed, "Gambler" found commercial success, climbing into the top ten on the charts in Australia, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, and the United Kingdom. Despite its popularity, Madonna performed the song live only once during her 1985 Virgin Tour, a performance that was later included in the concert film Madonna Live: The Virgin Tour.
Alternate Mixes[]
- Gambler (7" Version) – 3:51
- Gambler (Extended Dance Mix) – 5:34
- Gambler (Instrumental Remix) – 3:55
Lyrics[]
Gambler (gambler)
Gambler (gambler)
I'm a gambler and I will take you by surprise
Gambler, I'll aim this straight between your eyes
Gambler, yeah I know all the words to say
'Cause I'm a gambler, I only play the game my way, yeah
Don't want to say this but I think that I should
I'm better off forgotten if you think that I'd be good
One day you see me, the next day I'm gone
Don't fight me baby, I don't want to hold on
I'm a gambler (gambler)
A gambler (gambler)
You're not happy with the way I act
You better turn around boy, don't look back
You're getting angry, you know I can see
You're just jealous 'cause you can't be me
I'm a gambler and I will take you by surprise
Gambler, I'll aim this straight between your eyes
Gambler, yeah I know all the words to say
'Cause I'm a gambler, I only play the game my way, yeah
You can't stop me now
'Cause I'm right and I'm making advances
Let me show you how
Tonight, I'll be taking my chances on you (on you)
On you (on you)
On you (on you)
On you (on you)
That's right baby
I'm a gambler (gambler)
Gambler
You understand what I'm talking about?
I'm a gambler and I will take you by surprise
Gambler, I'll aim this straight between your eyes
Gambler, yeah I know all the words to say
'Cause I'm a gambler, I only play the game my way
You can't stop me now
'Cause I'm right and I'm making advances
Let me show you how
Tonight, I'll be taking my chances on you (on you)
On you (on you)
On you (on you)
On you (on you)
That's right baby
I'm a gambler (gambler)
A gambler
Gambler
'Cause I'm a gambler
You can't stop me now
I'm on the road baby I know how
You can't stop me now
Oh no
You can't stop me now
You can't stop me now
You can't stop me now
You can't stop me now
'Cause I'm a gambler (gambler)
Yeah, I'm a gambler
That's right baby
Music Video[]
Madonna - Gambler (Official Video)