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This song was first recorded by Charlie Poole back in the 1920s. While "If I Lose" has old-time roots, bluegrass artists such as Ricky Skaggs have adapted the song over time. We hope you enjoy our interpretation of this old stand-by.
lyrics
I never thought I'd need you but now I find I'm wrong
Come on back sweet mama, back where you belong
I've rambled over town and to find that I cant win
So come on back and pick me up again
Now if I lose (if I lose)
Let me lose (let me lose)
I don't care (I don't care)
How much I lose
If I lose a hundred dollars while I'm tryin' to win a dime
My baby she's got money all the time
Well of all the other gals I've known there's none to take your place
When I get into a jam they just aint in the race
So know that your back here lets take another round
With you here by my side the deal just cant go down
Now if I lose (if I lose)
Let me lose (let me lose)
I don't care (I don't care)
How much I lose
If I lose a hundred dollars while I'm tryin' to win a dime
My baby she's got money all the time
credits
from Redleg Husky,
released March 1, 2013
Tim McWilliams - Vocals, Lead Guitar
Misa Giroux - Harmonies, Rhythm Guitar
David Funderburk - Harmonies, Percussion
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