Rod Stewart - Some Guys Have All the Luck Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote 'Some Guys Have All the Luck'?

   'Some Guys Have All the Luck' was written by Jeff Fortgang. He wrote the song in the early 1970s while driving back to Connecticut after visiting a happily married college friend.

2. Which band first recorded 'Some Guys Have All the Luck'?

   The song was first recorded by The Persuaders, an American R&B group best known for their hit 'Thin Line Between Love and Hate.' Their version of 'Some Guys Have All the Luck' was released in 1973.

3. How did Rod Stewart's version of 'Some Guys Have All the Luck' differ from previous versions?

   Rod Stewart's version is more upbeat and pop-oriented compared to The Persuaders' original R&B rendition. Stewart added some new lyrics, including lines about a car overheating, making his version 45 seconds longer than previous ones.

4. Did Robert Palmer have any influence on Rod Stewart's cover of 'Some Guys Have All the Luck'?

   Yes, Rod Stewart was influenced by Robert Palmer's 1982 electronic/new-wave cover of the song. Palmer's version reached #16 in the UK Singles Chart and introduced Stewart to this track, leading him to create his own popular rendition in 1984.

5. What inspired Jeff Fortgang to write 'Some Guys Have All the Luck'?

   'Some Guys Have All the Luck' was inspired by Jeff Fortgang feeling envious and alone after visiting a happily married college friend. The song took shape in his mind as he drove back to Connecticut, reflecting on those emotions.

6. How successful was Rod Stewart's version of 'Some Guys Have All the Luck'?

   Rod Stewart's cover of 'Some Guys Have All the Luck,' released in 1984, became very successful. It reached #10 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and #15 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of his popular hits.