Wishing I Was Lucky
Wet Wet Wet · The Greatest Hits [2004]
I was living in a world of make believe
When my best friend wrote and told me
That there may be a job in the city
And you never told me
He would dream about another scheme
About another sordid hall of dreams
About a man who's king of industry
He would swear by his mouth almighty
He would buy the best but never something new and he never told me
I like kicking in the gutter and wishing I was lucky
Wishing I was lucky, wishing I was lucky
Oh I like kicking in the gutter, wishing I was lucky, wishing I was lucky
It's the only life I know, lie, lie, lie is all you ever do
To make me want to push on through
Cry, cry, cry cry is all I ever do
Say that's how you want to make me push on through
I like kicking in the gutter and wishing I was lucky
Wishing I was lucky, wishing I was lucky
Oh I like kicking in the gutter, wishing I was lucky, wishing I was lucky
My best friend wrote and told me so
He said that there may be a job in the city
I like kicking in the gutter and wishing I was lucky
Wishing I was lucky, wishing I was lucky, I was wishing I was lucky
Hey son go, hey son go, to the city
Wishing I Was Lucky
Wet Wet Wet's 1997 single "Wishing I Was Lucky" stands as a defining track from their British pop era, blending upbeat rhythms with heartfelt lyrics about the desire for fortune and connection. Released on the band's second studio album, the song captures the group's signature style of melodic pop infused with rock energy, reflecting their evolution from their earlier new wave roots. The track became a staple of their discography, resonating with audiences through its optimistic yet relatable themes of hope and longing. As part of their broader catalog, it exemplifies the band's ability to craft catchy, emotionally resonant pop anthems that bridged the gap between their early 90s hits and their later greatest hits compilations.