TRAFFIC

- Dealer Lyrics

As the evening sun goes down
The Dealer shuffles into town
Makes a note of what's a float
And spinning 'round, he'll cut your throat

In the time it takes to heal
The Dealer's made another deal
When he plays, he plays for keeps
And sweeps the spinning roulette wheel

Dealer, Dealer

Like the mighty ocean's roar, he gets all his share and more
Mexican right to the core and very proud
[Incomprehensible] up the shore, he'll get even with the score
Leave your wife a weeping widow on the shore

Between the desert and the dove
Money is his only love
Feeling nothing deep inside
His mind is governed by his pride

In a smoky little room
Shadows moving in the gloom
Someone turns a running flush
And breaks the deathly quiet hush

Dealer, Dealer
Dealer, Dealer
Dealer, Dealer
...

Watch Traffic Dealer video

Facts about Dealer

✔️

Who wrote Dealer lyrics?


Dealer is written by Jim Capaldi.
✔️

When was Dealer released?


It is first released on December 01, 1967 as part of Traffic's album "Mr. Fantasy" which includes 16 tracks in total. This song is the 5th track on this album.
✔️

What is the meaning behind Dealer lyrics?


When we try to understand the message behind it, the song 'Dealer' from Traffic shows a detailed description of a ruthless gambler whose only motivation comes from his uncontrollable desire to win. The dealer functions as a metaphor to show how people who exploit others for their own advantages will pursue their goals without any thought about the harm they cause. The song Dealer delivers its main message through the expression of five emotions which include despair and heartbreak and the sense of power that comes with achieving success. The song establishes two main themes which include danger and deception together with avarice and addictive behavior and the unpreventable nature of loss. The song lyrics contain dangerous and violent themes which include adult content that shows gambling and dangerous situations, which only adult listeners should hear. The content presents itself through language and situations which need parents to assess the material before they let their young children hear it.
✔️

Which genre is Dealer?


Dealer falls under the genre Rock.
✔️

How long is the song Dealer?


Dealer song length is 3 minutes and 34 seconds.
Hottest Lyrics with Videos
a0935e8c6774b1e0d6986fb774253b4b

check amazon for Dealer mp3 download
Songwriter(s): Jim Capaldi
Record Label(s): 2000 The Island Def Jam Music Group
Official lyrics by

Rate Dealer by Traffic (current rating: 7.46)
12345678910

Meaning to "Dealer" song lyrics

captcha
Characters count : / 50
Latest Posts