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sucks to be you 

A phrase which expresses mild sympathy for the plight of another, while implying greater relief that those circumstances have befallen someone other than the speaker.

The phrase is the American translation of the German 'schadenfreude', which denotes actual pleasure in the suffering of another.
Wow, dude, she gave you herpes? Sucks to be you...
sucks to be you by MikeyT June 18, 2004

sucks to be you 

Basically this phrase means "I wouldn't want to be in your shoes". Or "your life sucks". It is often used sarcastically, but just as often not.
After Robert was shot in the ass with a nine, everyone said to him "it sucks to be you"
sucks to be you by Conor June 15, 2004

Sucks being you 

The ultimate mean-spirited put down
Used only when the gloves come off
Common usage is the term in tandem with a belittling a team that “You” support
Can be preceded by other “things” about being "You" that sucks
You love the Raiders
You live in Fresno
Sucks being you
Sucks being you by cwilly3 December 2, 2009

sucks to be you 

When someone says something bad that happened, is happening, or is going to happen.
"Your girlfriend's fucking your brother? Sucks to be you."
sucks to be you by Th'Squeekah June 13, 2004

well that sucks for you 

A phrase uttered to allow the person receiving it that you don't give a shit about their problems.
Person 1: Damn, I got mud on my new sneakers!
Person 2: well that sucks for you

sucks to be you 

An expression of acknowledgement of hardship. Depending on context, can be sympathetic or taunting.
You: My car broke down, and I have to get to the other side of the state tonight!
Me: Damn, dude. Sucks to be you.

Her: I totally blew my interview, and now you're going to get the job for sure.
Him: Ha ha! Sucks to be you!
sucks to be you by Nacho Dan June 15, 2004