Nevada
The Americans Lyrics


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See your long face, in that Hallway
Between what you want and what you've got
Seems the world owes you a favor
Now you're pullin' out the stops
But you're barkin' up the wrong tree
If you lay one hand on her
Yeah, you better pack your bags son
And head out on your endless detour
You're just a long stretch of bad road
You ain't a Hank or a Merle
She'll cut you loose, like a dead load
Cause you can't get Nevada out of that girl
Now you're drinkin' liquid courage
Just to hide from what you've done
There's that itchy little question
Does her father own a gun?
And those boys from Silver City
They aren't here to mess around
They won't show you any pity
As they're kicking you down to the ground
You're just a sack of bad choices
You've got her head in a whirl.
Now it's just you and your voices
And you can't get Nevada out of that girl
Your so underestimated
No one knows the pain that you've been through.
What's a man to do?
You're just a sack of bad choices
You've got her head in a whirl
Now it's just you and your voices
Cuz' you can't get Nevada out of that girl
No you can't get Nevada out of that girl
Man you can't get Nevada
Out of that girl (can't get Nevada)
Out of that girl




Out of that girl (can't get Nevada)
Out of that girl

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Americans' song "Nevada" tell a story about a man who is stuck between what he wants and what he actually has. He feels entitled, believing that the world owes him something, and he is willing to go to extreme measures to try and get what he desires. However, the singer warns him that he is going about it the wrong way and that he will face consequences if he crosses a certain line.


The references to Nevada in the song are metaphorical, representing the woman the man is pursuing. She is portrayed as a strong-willed individual who will not tolerate being mistreated or manipulated. The lyrics depict her as someone who will easily cut loose anyone who tries to control or possess her. The mention of her being unable to get Nevada out of that girl suggests that her independent spirit and determination are ingrained in her character.


The song also touches upon the man's desperation and his attempts to escape the guilt and consequences of his actions. He seeks solace in alcohol, but it only masks the truth of what he has done. The lyrics hint at the possibility of her father being protective and potentially dangerous, adding another layer of tension and danger to the story. The mention of the boys from Silver City suggests that there are others who will not hesitate to bring harm to the man if he continues down this path.


In summary, "Nevada" tells a cautionary tale of a man's misguided pursuit of a woman and the potential fallout that awaits him if he continues down that path. It highlights the woman's strength and independence, contrasting it with the man's questionable choices and desperation.


Line by Line Meaning

See your long face, in that Hallway
Observing your expression of sadness and disappointment while being caught between your desires and reality


Between what you want and what you've got
In a state of dissatisfaction because you are unable to obtain what you desire


Seems the world owes you a favor
Feeling entitled to special treatment from the world


Now you're pullin' out the stops
Putting in maximum effort and trying everything possible


But you're barkin' up the wrong tree
Looking for a solution or opportunity in the wrong place


If you lay one hand on her
If you harm or mistreat her in any way


Yeah, you better pack your bags son
You should leave immediately


And head out on your endless detour
Embark on a never-ending journey filled with distractions and deviations


You're just a long stretch of bad road
You are an extensive period of misfortune and poor choices


You ain't a Hank or a Merle
You are not comparable to legendary figures known for their talent and success


She'll cut you loose, like a dead load
She will break free from you without hesitation, treating you as a burden or excess baggage


Cause you can't get Nevada out of that girl
Because she is deeply rooted in Nevada and cannot be separated from it


Now you're drinkin' liquid courage
Turning to alcohol to find temporary confidence and courage


Just to hide from what you've done
Using alcohol as an escape mechanism from the consequences of your actions


There's that itchy little question
There is a nagging and uneasy doubt


Does her father own a gun?
Are you concerned about her father's potential to be armed and dangerous?


And those boys from Silver City
Referring to a group of individuals from Silver City


They aren't here to mess around
They are serious and not interested in playing games


They won't show you any pity
They will not feel sympathy or compassion for you


As they're kicking you down to the ground
They will forcefully bring you to the ground with their kicks, symbolizing defeat


You're just a sack of bad choices
You are characterized by a history of consistently making poor decisions


You've got her head in a whirl
You have caused confusion and turmoil in her mind


Now it's just you and your voices
Left alone with your inner thoughts and regrets


And you can't get Nevada out of that girl
You are unable to remove the influence of Nevada from her


Your so underestimated
You are greatly undervalued and misunderstood


No one knows the pain that you've been through
Nobody truly understands the extent of your suffering


What's a man to do?
Expressing uncertainty about the appropriate course of action for a man in your situation


Cuz' you can't get Nevada out of that girl
Because the association with Nevada is deeply ingrained in her and cannot be erased


No you can't get Nevada
It is impossible to obtain or remove the connection to Nevada


Out of that girl (can't get Nevada)
She remains tied to Nevada, unable to separate from it


Out of that girl
She is intrinsically linked to Nevada and it defines her




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Scott Hutchins, Tom Melancon

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