Goner Definition

goner
noun
  1. a person in desperate straits; someone doomed; "I'm a goner if this plan doesn't work"; "one mistake and you're toast"

"Goner" in song lyrics

See how goner is used in real songs:

  • "Bet you wonder you're a goner"
    3rd Bass — Steppin' to the A.M.
  • "The phat boy representer 'till I'm a goner"
    Baby D f/ Archie, Pastor Troy — A-T-L HOE
  • "Now you in a coffin box, you a goner"
    Birmingham J — Out of Control

Usage tips for "goner"

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