Sunset Strip
Nelson Lyrics


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A place like this, a girl like you
Is all I need to get me through
I'm hypnotized when you take the stage
Table dance my blues away

From Officer Easy to Little Bo Peep
She's a master of disguise
She's sugar and spice, she's naughty and nice
And she can read my dirty mind

[Chorus:]
C'mon, little honey, walk this way
Strut your stuff in that lingerie
That's right, pretty mama
Give me your sunset strip
Tease me, please me, help me unwind
And I'll feed your pretty kitty one buck at a time

Bump it, grind it, blow me a kiss
I'm at your mercy when you do that sunset strip

You're a feast for hungry eyes
You could make a grown man cry
You're in control of every man
Your every wish is my command

If Calamity Jane doesn't drive me insane
Nurse Nympho is sure to please
Then Little Annie Fannie's gonna rock me to my knees

[Chorus]

Keep this up and I'll blow my lid
You make me explode when you do that sunset strip
Your sunset strip has got me goin' crazy
(Take it off!)

Oh yeah, it's just another night out with the boys
Oh baby, bring on those dancing girls
Yeah, we're all gonna leave here broke, drunk, and horny
Oh, I love you, I love you, I love you!

[Chorus]

I've been around the world and you're the best there is
You make me feel like a king
When you're queen of the sunset strip
(Take it off!)





The sunset strip has got me goin' crazy!
(Take it off!)

Overall Meaning

The song "Sunset Strip" by Nelson portrays the singer's fascination with a woman who works on Sunset Strip, a famous entertainment district in Los Angeles. He is enamored by the woman's charisma and sensuality, describing her as a master of disguise who can read his "dirty mind." The narrative shifts between the singer's admiration for the woman's physical appearance and his emotional investment in their interaction. During the chorus, the singer encourages the woman to "tease" and "please" him as he feeds her money for a private show. He is willing to let her control him in exchange for her erotic performance, which he describes as a "feast for hungry eyes." The song has a heavy emphasis on sexuality, with lyrics that are suggestive and sometimes explicit.


Overall, the lyrics of "Sunset Strip" reveal the complicated nature of desire and objectification, particularly in a context where women's bodies are commodified for male consumption. The singer's fixation on the woman's sexual appeal is transactional, and the power dynamic between them is uneven. Nevertheless, the song also highlights the appeal of sexual fantasy and the way in which it can provide a temporary escape from the mundanity of everyday life. Additionally, the song touches on themes of escapism and indulgence, as the singer and his friends are depicted as seeking out the excitement and excess of Sunset Strip.


Line by Line Meaning

A place like this, a girl like you
I'm in a wild, hedonistic kind of place, but you, my lovely, can make it all worth while.


Is all I need to get me through
You're my compass to navigate this crazy world.


I'm hypnotized when you take the stage
When you perform, all other distractions vanish into the ether.


Table dance my blues away
Your sensual movements lift me out of this funk I'm in.


From Officer Easy to Little Bo Peep
You're adept at playing any role, from law enforcement to a naive sheep-herder.


She's a master of disguise
Your chameleon-like presence is one of your most alluring qualities.


She's sugar and spice, she's naughty and nice
You maintain a perfect balance, being both pure and innocent, as well as seductive and brazen.


And she can read my dirty mind
You have an uncanny ability to know exactly what I want, even when I'm too shy or embarrassed to ask.


C'mon, little honey, walk this way
Please come over here and perform for me, my sweet.


Strut your stuff in that lingerie
Show off your sexy lingerie as you tantalize me with your dance moves.


That's right, pretty mama
You're absolutely gorgeous, my dear.


Give me your sunset strip
Let me enjoy your sensual dance routine, please.


Tease me, please me, help me unwind
Ramp up the sexy dance moves to help me relax and release some tension.


And I'll feed your pretty kitty one buck at a time
I'll reward you with tips as you continue to perform for me.


Bump it, grind it, blow me a kiss
Keep those sensual dance moves coming, blowing me a kiss to keep me engaged.


I'm at your mercy when you do that sunset strip
You have complete control over me with your alluring dance routine.


You're a feast for hungry eyes
You're absolutely stunning and captivating - a feast for my eyes.


You could make a grown man cry
Your beauty and sensuality are so powerful, they could reduce a grown man to tears.


You're in control of every man
With your seductive abilities, you hold sway over every man in the room.


Your every wish is my command
I'll do whatever it takes to please you and keep you dancing for me.


If Calamity Jane doesn't drive me insane
There are plenty of other performers here, but they pale in comparison to you.


Nurse Nympho is sure to please
The other performers are also very good at what they do, but not as good as you.


Then Little Annie Fannie's gonna rock me to my knees
And if anyone does come close to your magnetism, it's Little Annie Fannie.


Keep this up and I'll blow my lid
Your sensual performance may push me to my sexual limits.


You make me explode when you do that sunset strip
Your dancing is so erotic, it may just make me orgasm.


Oh yeah, it's just another night out with the boys
I'm out with my buddies for a night of debauchery and partying.


Oh baby, bring on those dancing girls
I'm looking forward to seeing all the performers, but especially you.


Yeah, we're all gonna leave here broke, drunk, and horny
We're going to spend all our money, drink a lot, and get very turned on.


Oh, I love you, I love you, I love you!
I'm completely smitten with you and your stunning performance.


I've been around the world and you're the best there is
I've seen performances from all over the world, and yours is the best I've ever seen.


You make me feel like a king
Your attention and sensuality make me feel powerful and desirable.


When you're queen of the sunset strip
You reign supreme as the best performer at the club.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GUNNAR NELSON, MATTHEW GRAY NELSON

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