Angeles
Elliott Smith (album) Lyrics
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Trailing some new kill
Says "I've seen your picture on a
Hundred-dollar bill"
What's a game of chance to you,
Here is one Of real skill
So glad to meet you, Angeles
Picking up the ticket shows there's
Money to be made
Go on, lose the gamble that's the
History of the trade
Did you add up all the cards left to play
To zero
And sign up with evil, Angeles?
Don't start me trying now
Uh-huh, uh-huh, uh-huh
'Cause I'm all over it, Angeles
I can make you satisfied in
Everything you do
All your secret wishes could right
Now be coming true
And be forever with my poison arms
Around you
No one's gonna fool around with us
No one's gonna fool around with us
So glad to meet'cha, Angeles
The song "Angeles" seems to deal with themes of temptation, risk, and the desire to satisfy one's wildest dreams or desires. The first few lines describe someone who is accustomed to being in dangerous and risky situations, always chasing after something new and exciting. They seem to be drawn to the singer of the song, Angeles, possibly because of her reputation for being involved in high-stakes gambles or schemes. The line "What's a game of chance to you, Here is one of real skill" suggests that Angeles is not just lucky, but that she has true expertise in this dangerous world of chance and risk.
The song then shifts to a more personal tone as Angeles and the singer engage in a dialogue. He tries to convince her to take a chance on him, to trust him to fulfill all of her desires and to protect her from anyone who would try to take advantage of her. However, the line "Did you add up all the cards left to play to zero, And sign up with evil, Angeles?" suggests that he may also be a dangerous character who could lead her down a dark path. Despite this warning, the singer seems to believe that he can make her happy and offer her everything she wants.
Line by Line Meaning
Someone's always coming around here
People are always coming around, attracting a crowd
Trailing some new kill
Bringing something new or exciting to this familiar scene
Says 'I've seen your picture on a hundred-dollar bill'
Complimenting someone by comparing them to something valuable
What's a game of chance to you, here is one of real skill
This activity requires real strategy and talent, unlike games of pure chance
So glad to meet you, Angeles
Pleased to be introduced to this city or person named Angeles
Picking up the ticket shows there's money to be made
Purchasing a ticket indicates a chance to win money
Go on, lose the gamble that's the history of the trade
It's common to lose in this business, but still worth taking the risk
Did you add up all the cards left to play to zero
Are you out of options or resources?
And sign up with evil, Angeles?
Is it worth it to align yourself with bad people or influences?
Don't start me trying now
I'm not going to attempt something right now
Uh-huh, uh-huh, uh-huh
A vocalized expression of agreement or confirmation
'Cause I'm all over it, Angeles
I'm very familiar with this situation
I can make you satisfied in everything you do
I can help you achieve happiness in all aspects of life
All your secret wishes could right now be coming true
Your deepest desires may finally be fulfilled
And be forever with my poison arms around you
I will always cling to you like a poison
No one's gonna fool around with us
We're unstoppable together
No one's gonna fool around with us
We're unstoppable together
So glad to meet'cha, Angeles
Once again, happy to make this acquaintance
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: STEVEN P. SMITH
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