The Favourite Does Not Always Win

The one at long odds at the finish line in front the punters counted the cost
And the outsider was the bookies friend in the race the favourite lost
And how the bookies cheered aloud at the punters expense
That the favourite does not win every race only makes for common sense.

Of your big win at the races you are quick to spread the news
But for every bet the gambler wins five more bets he will lose
Few bet on the outsider but in every second race
The one who is at long odds will finish in first place.

So many have to lose 'twould seem for one to have a win
So many losing tickets you'll find in the rubbish bin
Fools and their money are soon parted and gambling is a fools game
For gambling will surely leave you without a penny to your name.

The favourite does not always win one might say such is life
And the gambler due to his addiction is separated from his wife
For one to win many must lose 'tis always been this way
And the outsiders winning races on the racetrack every day.