Americano
The Brian Setzer Orchestra Lyrics

He's drivin' a jeep
He is currently operating a jeep vehicle

But he ain't in the Army
However, he is not affiliated with the armed forces

Gets all his cigarette money
He solely relies on his mother for his cigarette expenses

From his mommy
His mother is the source of his cigarette money

Dressed like a rootin' tootin'
He is attired in the guise of a wild west cowpoke

Texas cowboy
His outfit is that of a cowboy hailing from the state of Texas

But this lone ranger's
Despite this getup, he fancies himself as a solitary adventurer

Never seen a horse
However, he has never had any experience with actual horses

He want to be Americano
He has a desire to be considered a true American

Americano, Americano
He repeats this wish for emphasis

He wants to drive a Cadillac
He aspires to own and operate a luxurious Cadillac car

Now he's chasing showgirls
Currently, he is pursuing relationships with beautiful female performers

Smokin' Camels, whiskey and soda
His newfound habits include smoking Camel cigarettes and drinking whiskey mixed with soda

Now he's never goin' back
He has no intention of returning to his past way of life

He's cruisin' streets for gold
He is driving around seeking wealth and prosperity

Dressed in designer clothes
He wears high-quality, fashionable apparel

Brother if your too slow
He warns others that if they can not keep up with him, they will be left behind

You'd better not blink
It is imperitive to remain alert in his presence

Or you'll wind up in the drink
Otherwise, there is a danger of being dumped into water

Gotta buy a diamond ring
In order to retain his female partner's affections, it is necessary to purchase a diamond ring

'Cause that's his baby's
The ring is a special object of importance to his romantic partner

Favorite thing
It is her preferred possession

Okay,all right, yeah man
He confirms his agreement with these previous statements

He's in the land where
He currently finds himself in a place where

Anything can happen
Anything and everything is possible here

Reach for the stars
Set your goals as high as possible

Grab that golden ring
Take advantage of every opportunity for success

Just remember he's Americano
Bear in mind that he identifies as truly American

Well watch it pal
Be careful in your dealings with him

'Cause he'll take everything
Because he has the capability and tendency to seize all available assets

He likes that rock and roll
He has a predilection for rock and roll music

He's playing baseball
He participates in the sport of baseball

Loves Marilyn Monroe
He harbors admiration and affection for the iconic actress Marilyn Monroe

A coca cola Joe
He is a devotee of Coca Cola and identifies with the nickname 'Joe'

And a pizza pie to go
He favors pizza in a portable to-go form

Want to be Americano
He has a deep desire to embody true American-ness

Americano, Americano
He emphatically repeats and rejoices in this goal

Gotta buy a diamond ring
Once more, purchasing a diamond ring is necessary

'Cause that's his baby's
He must procure a diamond ring for his romantic partner

Favorite thing
It is her most treasured possession

Okay, all right, yeah man
He again expresses his agreement with this previous assertion

Want to be American
He insists upon realizing his dream of embodying true America and all of its glamor

Want to be American
He repeats this exclamation with even more fervor

Want to be American
For a final time, he iterates that his hearts desire is to embody the American spirit