The sun was shining as I stepped out from the alleyway
Both my bags filled with regret
I hailed a taxi and proceeded to make my getaway
Doing the thing I do the best
Some folks know how to win at every game
Me, I've mastered the art of throwing it all away
Just like I'm happiest when I sing the blues
I guess somewhere deep inside I just prefer to lose
You were a gambler and I played the thief again
I watched you place those bets on me
You threw your chips down and as the dice were tumbling
I robbed you blind and fled the scene
Some folks know how to win at every game
Me, I've mastered the art of throwing it all away
Just like I'm happiest when I sing the blues
I guess somewhere deep inside I just prefer to lose
If I could fold this hand and get a brand new set of cards
I wouldn't be the thief dear and you wouldn't have a broken heart
Just like a gambler can't help but play the game
I cannot be a different man than the one I am today
Some folks know how to win at every game
Me, I've mastered the art of throwing it all away
Just like I'm happiest when I sing the blues
I guess somewhere deep inside I just prefer to lose