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1990 single by Social Distortion From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
"Ball and Chain" is a 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).
"Ball and Chain" | ||||
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Single by Social Distortion | ||||
from the album Social Distortion | ||||
Released | March 27, 1990 | |||
Recorded | 1989 | |||
Genre | ||||
Length | 5:44 | |||
Label | Epic | |||
Songwriter(s) | Mike Ness | |||
Producer(s) | Dave Jerden | |||
Social Distortion singles chronology | ||||
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In the words of Ness, "Ball and Chain" is "a hard luck story,"[3] a forceful cry, a lament, a plea, a "folk prayer."[4]
The music video was directed by Tony van den Ende and edited by Scott C. Wilson.
Chart (1990) | Peak position |
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US Alternative Airplay (Billboard)[5] | 13 |
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