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3 Songs That Make You Feel Like You Could Win a Bar Fight You Absolutely Wouldn’t

Make sure the bartender has these songs queued up before you get your ass handed to you.

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If you find yourself in a situation that can only be resolved with a bar fight, and you know for a fact that you’re not going to win, may we suggest requesting these songs be played over the stereo before having your ass handed to you? Just to set the right mood, you know.

“Barroom Hero” by Dropkick Murphys

Dropkick Murphys released “Barroom Hero” on their 1998 album Do or Die. It’s probably the best song for getting into bar fights you know you’re not going to win, since it’s basically a tribute to the local drunk who can’t stop picking fights with guys who are much bigger than him. He’s a little bit pathetic to watch, and a raging idiot, but he’ll never give up.........

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