Blake Shelton ~ "The Gambler"

Cracker Barrel Country Songs Of The Year Concert 2006
Låtskrivere: Don Schlitz
"The Gambler" is a song written by Don Schlitz, recorded by several artists, most famously by American country music singer Kenny Rogers.
Blake Tollison Shelton (born June 18, 1976) is an American country singer and television personality. In 2001, he made his debut with the single "Austin". The lead-off single from his self-titled debut album, "Austin" spent five weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. The now Platinum-certified debut album also produced two more top 20 entries ("All Over Me" and "Ol' Red").
#BlakeShelton #TheGambler #HonkyTonk #CountryClassic #RonjasCountryMusic #CountryMusic #GuriMalla2010

[@GuriMalla2010]

Lyrics : On a warm summer's evenin' On a train bound for nowhere I met up with a gambler We were both too tired to sleep So we took turns a-starin' Out the window at the darkness 'Til boredom overtook us And he began to speak He said, "Son, I've made a life Out of readin' people's faces Knowin' what the cards were By the way they held their eyes So if you don't mind my sayin' I can see you're out of aces For a taste of your whiskey I'll give you some advice" So I handed him my bottle And he drank down my last swallow Then he bummed a cigarette And asked me for a light And the night got deathly quiet And his face lost all expression Said, "If you're gonna play the game, boy You gotta learn to play it right" You've got to know When to hold 'em Know when to fold 'em Know when to walk away And know when to run You never count your money When you're sittin' at the table There'll be time enough for countin' When the dealin's done Now, every gambler knows That the secret to survivin' Is knowin' what to throw away And knowin' what to keep 'Cause every hand's a winner And every hand's a loser And the best that you can hope for Is to die in your sleep" So when he'd finished speakin' He turned back towards the window Crushed out his cigarette An' faded off to sleep And somewhere in the darkness The gambler, he broke even But in his final words I found An ace that I could keep You got to know When to hold 'em Know when to fold 'em Know when to walk away And know when to run You never count your money When you're sittin' at the table There'll be time enough for countin' When the dealin's done You've got to know When to hold 'em (When to hold 'em) Know when to fold 'em (When to fold 'em) Know when to walk away And know when to run You never count your money When you're sittin' at the table There'll be time enough for countin' When the dealin's done

[@amazing5129]

Very good job blake 😘💙

[@douglasmcconnell8116]

Great Job Blake..

[@hectorconte5753]

Grrrrreat job Blake!!!

[@cesardipp1976]

Very, very good!!! 👍

[@davesmith9805]

Who sang the original I'm a gambling man it's quicker to spend your time rather than spend my own hope you have the time to reply.

[@kimsekoll6698]

NO ONE will ever replace Kenny. But Blake did awesome with this song.

[@megamanteamprotoman3]

he did

[@miriamyoder5581]

Nice

[@the_saint_1]

RIP Kenny.

[@sanisawaugaman9922]

So true

[@michaelromeo3590]

I had kenny rodgers song straight before this almost a perfect match.

[@NickoLulea]

Blake is the king, but Kenny will always be the ace!

[@noirjacques3274]

BEAUTIFULLY said! 👌

[@noirjacques3274]

BEAUTIFULLY said! 👌

[@MuayThai2508]

❤

[@carolynjustagagirl2315]

George Strait was and IS STILL KING!

[@Capzzzz882]

Who's watching this after The legend of country music Kenny Rogers passed away. As much as I will always love Kenny's version I must say Blake did a good job.

[@almakomi5655]

Ilhaney 95 Blake is that good and this version is the best

[@nataniasibellebalbuena2650]

Me

[@robertalexbiro267]

A very good one even

[@AsplesMangi]

Indeed he did

[@marieasparling6717]

This just proves what I've always said about Blake right from the beginning. If anybody could sing anyone's songs, it's Blake Shelton. He nailed this Kenny Rogers classic, nailed the Elvis classic, Suspicious Minds; Kenny Loggins classic, Footloose; amongst others. Great job, Blake. Love it. :)

[@harrythehammer]

NO ONE will ever replace Kenny EVER there is only one KENNY ROGERS

[@ronelmostert3589]

OMG Blake is so good with anything he sings. This is one of my favorites, so HANDSOME.

[@muhammadrizvi5691]

He's good but can'g do Willie

[@anelladambrosio2513]

@@harrythehammer ciao Harry!🙋😍😘💘🍀

[@anelladambrosio2513]

​@@willockrudger6710ciao amico! 🙋‍♀️😍😘💘🍀

[@albus4043]

I love that Blake didn't try to change it, to make it his own, but sang it the way it was meant to be sang. Love it!!

[@weathervanerc8147]

Mad respect for attempting such a great song. He pulled it off extremely well. Absolutely loved it.

[@kudzaingozo-chapata8079]

Blake Shelton has got the right voice for the Gambler Country song

[@stephieirene1]

Blake is as good as anyone not named Kenny Rogers. He can't hit the depths Kenny can plumb, but it's a good facsimile.

[@jaysontaylor71]

And in his final words... I found Aces. Yes I did Dad. The very first song I remember hearing with you and 40 plus years later in our final days together this song played for the both of us, and I realized it was never about a poker player, but about a son and father's relationship. I will hold the aces tight dad. Thank you and love you.

[@joymcdonald8240]

Blake sings it well. However, NOBODY could ever sing it better then kenny. He owned The Gambler.

[@philwatson6659]

Almost always the first is the best. In fact I can only think of two that weren't

[@MrJgreig72]

True!

[@MrJgreig72]

Although this sounds really good!

[@sandysumner1134]

Blake Shelton has a great voice . Excellent tribute to one of the best songs ever recorded !

[@annward4149]

Blake Shelton did a really great job. Kenny Rogers would be proud of this performance 👏. No one will take Kenny's place. Kenny just had that voice. He'll forever be missed. But Blake you did good 👍

[@Dani-km7mb]

We lost the legend Kenny rogers

[@jenniferdijames1671]

Good job Blake. R I p Kenny.

[@2011scrappy]

May God Bless Kenny ... Blake was quality as ever

[@wesleymcjunkin687]

He gave Kenny Rogers a spectacular run for his money with his cover of this masterpiece!! Dang!! Didn't know Blake Shelton has such a wonderful voice and it has such great range too. 3-29-2020

[@almakomi5655]

This song and every country song is very easy for Blake....he’s to good.....you should listen to his cover of “She talks to Angels” or the duet with Christina Aguilera “Just a Fool “ or even some of his mega smash hits....he’s to good

[@tennispack6225]

Greeting from 21.05.2022 :) Masterpieces live forever

[@popeyethesailorboy8905]

No cell phones out, nobody ruining the show. Just a bunch of good people purely enjoying the music. RIP kenny

[@anglishbookcraft1516]

Why record on your phone when you can just rewatch after on KZbin.

[@cm2324]

Coz in some shows you sign a contract not to coz of copyright

[@jenniferrouse9071]

No one can sing this song like Kenny but Blake was in fire with this song

[@christophers5510]

great version. today, the Gambler broke even. *RIP Kenny Rogers*

[@lennardsubayar]

The gambler has closed his eyes and faded off to sleep now.....RIP Kenny Rodgers

[@pastexpiry2013B]

Even us non-Country Music fans miss Kenny today.

[@manoncauvier4295]

Kene ranger partager avec amis Manon cauvier

[@manoncauvier4295]

Black Shelton guri malla partager avec amis Manon cauvier

[@charlesmorland750]

Excellent, Blake Shelton has a voice one of a kind. He is such a pleasure to listen to.

[@tonyclarke8569]

A brilliant tribute to the late Kenny Rodgers.

[@mrcash-pu8uz]

You nailed .. master

[@grumpyvet7670]

Singers have a tendency to change songs to fit their style, which (more often than not) destroys the song. It's a breath of fresh air to see him sing it like it should be. Nice rendition!

[@noeliajaime7656]

His performance was spotless. Just perfection.👏❤

[@meekdavid6455]

You're looking pretty.. how're you doing?

[@teresamay6981]

This is awesome blake can sing anything i know he made kenny Roger's proud amen 🙏 💯

[@josefjoexerri]

Rip Kenny Rogers

[@ashleyclark1894]

He did this song so well... Love Blake

[@SPRINGSTEEN-ek8oy]

So well yes

[@manoncauvier4295]

René Simard partager avec amis Manon cauvier comment ça va par Tage

[@emmanuel4174]

I just like Blake . such wonderful gentleman

[@hudsonbailey674]

This song "The Gambler" is a classic. Thank you, GuriMalla2010. R.I.P. Kenny Rogers.

[@sherrieventi125]

“Knowin what to throw away, and what to keep”. Words to live by!!

[@larryroman3203]

Hello, how are you doing?

[@oscarlandrum]

I always enjoy what you share here on KZbin but we're not friends yet, I will love to be friends with you.. how are you feeling today.🤩💯

[@sherrieventi125]

@@oscarlandrum thank you, that was very kind! I don’t chat much on here! I just happen to be a music lover, it is my first love! Hope you are having a lovely day!

[@oscarlandrum]

@@sherrieventi125 oh that very good to know. If I may ask where are you from..?

[@sherrieventi125]

@@oscarlandrum I don’t give out personal info on here! Have a great night!

[@nancydeskins4548]

Blake Shelton was so great singing this song. He is really fantastic. Love ya, Blake

[@jasonbowen4923]

Kenny Rogers would be proud of this cover of his song. Blake did it great.

[@brianmurtha9651]

He probably is proud. You do know he is still alive right?

[@ceciliaramos2280]

Murtha Man Not as of today. RIP Kenny Rogers.

[@brianmurtha9651]

@@ceciliaramos2280 wth I just started to get into his music

[@battlingbugs3612]

"Thinking about Kenny Rogers tonight and remembered this. He was there that night." --- Blake Shelton on twitter April 16, 2020

[@palwinder_kaler]

RIP Kenny. This is great tribute to legend ❤️

[@tokej3]

R:I:P Kenny Rogers, bot U play the song sooo good.

[@magpinyburaoloyo6940]

Rip legend ...We will miss you Rogers ..Blake did thia cover very well

[@ziaulangel8525]

"Somewhere in the darkness, the Gambler he broke even. But in his final words, I found an Ace that I could keep." The song has many interpretations and can be used as a metaphor for life. What a song!

[@lmfs4032]

Blake and Keith are the only 2 people that have done the song on Kenny’s level!

[@dunjakasanda5933]

and Keith Urban

[@waterdroplets1627]

@@dunjakasanda5933 he said Blake n Keith 😑

[@tonybiddle6668]

Discovered Home Free singing it the other day, they are well worth listening to, here on You Tube

[@lstorm2003]

Rest easy Kenny.. Thanks for the music, your legacy will live on!

[@earlyrisersteph]

This is great! I forget Blake is more than someone who plays a musician on tv.

[@davidstadie]

I listened to this song thousands of times on my turntable. I had five or six albums. Kenny, Jackson 5, Prince, Queen. That's about all i can remember. We had no cable so just baseball, football and music.

[@Alteori]

sometimes I envy the older generation. Things were so much simpler

[@EsperanzaMartinez2609]

Blake shelton el jugador.kenny rogers❤❤

[@enriquewilliams8486]

Best cover of the song i've heard.👏

[@oliviafantini6574]

I love blake shelton because he is the best country singer!

[@stephengiordano6959]

Kenny will always be the top; but this is an excellent tribute

[@sheilavanduynfote5539]

This is the Blake Shelton I remember “Cowboy Hat” and his hair ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@traciberry5141]

Would love to hear Blake sing this now. His voice is more mature and he’s perfected his stare into your soul look to the cameras.

[@karenabbott104]

But, Blake was even great then - truly one of the best!

[@salimbelkacemi4365]

he couldn't have done it any better ❤ perfect

[@chasestringer757]

Rip Kenny Rogers

[@bevviecat1306]

He died on my birthday 😖😥😥😭

[@annadavid1272]

What a great tribute to the Immortal Kenny Rogers! Good Job Blake!

[@annadavid1272]

@Honest Mark ?

[@anelladambrosio2513]

@@willockrudger6710 ciao amico!🙋😍😘💝🌲

[@graemeclark8697]

This man could fill a stadium

[@ceciliaf8163]

Great lyrics and Blake Shelton has a really nice voice 👍🇺🇸 🇸🇪

[@annegriffin6172]

I’m still coming back...work is crazy but Blake is still class

[@scottwilson3984]

Amazing fantastic song Blake. hi Anne

[@savannahbarrett4148]

Great job Blake. I'm you're #1 fan. You're my favorite singer. Savannah from Canada 🇨🇦

[@mozartr.k4177]

Nobody can replace Mr. Kenny Rogers. But this one is amazing too!!

[@Capzzzz882]

I love Blake Shelton💚 he totally nailed it. Love country music and I'm from Kenya. Kenny Rogers would be so proud

[@nicksonkiptoo716]

wooow, am from kenya too, country in the heart baby

[@UnboxingTVofficial]

Kenny was still alive when Blake sang it.

[@Johanna-tz9mg]

Come on Blake ...sing songs like Willie...George...Waylon ...don't let country die pls

[@marlucesoares5099]

Não deixe morrer, country é sua essência!!!!

[@leiaskywalker4216]

Very beautiful Blake+

[@irenedontoh3539]

Great rendition, Blake. R.I.P.P, Kenny Rogers. #Legend🌷

[@anelladambrosio2513]

@@willockrudger6710 ci as o Willo!🙋😍😘💘🍀

[@nilsonpompeo3322]

Wow ! This is a real handsome Guy !!!! and besides he sings so well !

[@noeliajaime7656]

Just impeccable. Bravo Blake!

[@oscarlandrum]

I always enjoy what you share here on KZbin but we're not friends yet, I will love to be friends with you.. how are you feeling today.🤩💯

[@graceflasha5941]

Beautiful job there Blake. We used that song at my father’s funeral.

[@andren.5126]

He did the song Justice...Awesome!

[@cajuncountryboy7569]

Not many people have the gift of singing someone else's song and make it sound good, but Blake has the talent like a few select singers.

[@jennybandhu5724]

Blake Shelton my favourite county singer

[@WillockRudger-qu9li]

Hello how are you doing today 😊

[@diannedodd2922]

My grandmother loves Kenny Rogers songs rip both of you

[@mariann2293]

Greetings from Croatia; I realy love Blake and his voice and music. Well done.

[@ivicahuic6570]

Slazem se u potpunosti👌👌

[@Bullrider33Outdoors]

Wish Blake Sang More Songs Like This And Stick To This Type Of Country Music

[@viking956]

I do believe this version is just as good as the original from '78. And that's kind of hard to do. Taking a classic that most ALL country fans know the words to and delivering it with the same grace and warmth that Kenny did way back when. Good job Blake! Good job indeed.

[@mikematthews31]

Actually, Kenny was a cover too. Bobby Bare put out the first and best version, then Johnny Cash, bothering before Kenny Rogers.

[@traceyatdefiningelegance1250]

He did a great job of Kenny’s song. That extra twang.

[@0nF1REy]

👍🏻

[@oldscoolgaming6700]

This is just as great as Kenny Rogers!

[@skeeterstanley1272]

did a Great Job Blake

[@SLE_79]

Thank you for this great cover... We will forever remember you Kenny! #Ripgambler

[@evelynokeeffe3726]

Love this song my favourite line "know when to run" 😂❤

[@Arirezz]

Why? Are you afraid or something

[@carableu]

This song is a metaphor for life…

[@annarankini8090]

😏 it's more than that

[@scottwilson3984]

Absolutely. hi carableu

[@sharonstenberg6460]

Love me some Blake Shelton ❤️🎤❤️

[@mariatomlinson2551]

Blakes family must be so proud of him, , such an awesome singer and human being.

[@wellingtonmoore321]

Hello dear

[@meekdavid6455]

Hello beautiful girl how're you doing?

[@larryroman3203]

Hello, how are you doing?

[@dorothym.mcdonald6975]

Blake Shelton wow love rendition of Kenny Rogers the Gambler. My Dad is who got me into his music and other Older Country music.

[@sadiabano48]

Classic voice, gorgeous face, handsome look! What a complete package 😍😍😍

[@badasstony6969wifey]

Blake nailed it for sure!!!! Love this song

[@jimmyayub]

Blake Shelton is one of the best country singers :-)

[@saulmartinez4554]

GOD BLESS YOU. BLAKE. SHELTON. FOR. THIS. WONDERFUL. MÛSIC

[@laurahays407]

Wow. Sounds and looks great

[@evanboone205]

In my opinion the greatest country song of all time

[@warakibho7803]

BooneVille yes

[@ryan11.11]

BooneVille I use to think so but then I listen to George Strait Amarillo by morning and realized just how narrow and confined my world was

[@4scharoba732]

Evan Boone hfj

[@timobrien8809]

Yep !!

[@michellemichaud1284]

I absolutely LOVE this version!

[@mariatomlinson2551]

Love this guy, awesome version of The Gambler

[@wellingtonmoore321]

Hello dear

[@brandonadams1783]

Kenny is the man at this song but Blake did a good job

[@rebecasalinas9434]

Kenny you are the Gambler FOREVER...♥️

[@Razeel25]

Never thought a cover of this song could ever do it justice. I stand corrected

[@almakomi5655]

Wilton Burger you’re talking about Blake Shelton here....he makes every cover song sound much better

[@fakiola9184]

He did it justice

[@joncoots7196]

Blake did this song justice

[@Country_Nostalgia_1168]

*Country music is simply the best...love it so much and blessings to all that read this.👍✨😘*

[@shodim4495]

Blake is perfect ❤️❤️

[@melesiotorres6744]

Beautiful song , magnificent performance.

[@alicialayman8712]

::) ::)

[@spidertikky413]

My dear Kenny Rogers no one ever will replace you in country musics...

[@sandeeyoungblood22]

Darn Blake you make song sound so good. I love you 😍 💗

[@sandeeyoungblood22]

@Mark Honest me? Ok I guess

[@sandeeyoungblood22]

@Mark Honest oregon

[@sandeeyoungblood22]

@Mark Honest ok I'm bored

[@sandeeyoungblood22]

@Mark Honest not married single and yes I one 2 kids and5 grandchildren

[@larryroman3203]

Hello, how are you doing?

[@rezakamousi9780]

I'm from Iran. This song introduced me to the world of country music when I was 15.

[@1handsmoke565]

Reza Kamousi Yes ma’am. My father use to love this song especially when he was drunk 😵

[@treassacrawley768]

I LUV U SOOOOO MUCH FOREVERMORE and FOREVERMORE WE R going to have a GREAT LIFE TOGETHER FOREVER and EVER ❤️❤️😘😘💕🥰🥰🌹

[@satiesankar7280]

We will miss you dearly .but you left a legacy of memories through your music which will never die ..rip K.R..

[@JAG51020]

Old school Blake, in his pre-Voice days when he still had the mullet and cowboy hat! I had never seen this performance before, but he definitely did justice to one of the greatest country songs of all-time!