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Ball and Chain (Social Distortion song)
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Wikipedia article
"'Ball and Chain'" is a hit song by Southern California punk rock band Social Distortion. Written by Mike Ness in 1987, it is featured on their self-titled album, released in 1990, as well as on 'Live at the Roxy' (1998).
In the words of lead singer/writer Mike Ness, "Ball and Chain" is "a hard luck story,"Mike Ness, Introduction to performance of "Ball and Chain", 'Live at the Roxy' a forceful cry, a lament, a plea, a "folk prayer."Mike Ness, Liner Notes, 'Live at the Roxy'
The music video was directed by Tony van den Ende and edited by Scott C. Wilson.
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Category:1990 songs
Category:Social Distortion songs
Category:Epic Records singles
Category:Songs written by Mike Ness
Category:Songs about alcohol
Category:Songs about drugs
Category:Songs about prison
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