Song meaning of Angeles (Live) by Elliott Smith

Oh boy, Elliott, you really know how to make meeting someone sound like a game of poker! Someone's always hunting for their next prey and, oh look, you're the one on the hundred dollar bill! The way he talks about gambling, it's almost as if he's a member of the Vegas Mafia! And did you catch that thinly veiled reference to the devil? This "evil Angeles" character seems like a real piece of work. Maybe Elliott got caught up playing blackjack with him and lost all his money – that would explain the mention of adding up all the cards to zero. But never fear, because Elliott is all over it, ready to make you happy and fulfill your wildest dreams! With promises like that, it's no wonder this song is called "Angeles" – after all, who wouldn't want an angel at their side in Sin City?