"Armed and Dangerous" is a song by Waylon Jennings, released in 1988 on his album "Full Circle." The song tells the story of a man who is deeply in love with a woman and is willing to go to great lengths to win her over. The lyrics start off with the protagonist running his Chevy through the car wash, symbolizing his efforts to clean up and make a fresh start. He throws out beer cans and empties ash trays, indicating that he is leaving behind his old habits and vices. The Allman Brothers cassettes stacked up on the dash represent his love for music and the soundtrack he wants to create for his journey towards love. The protagonist stops and buys roses, a classic romantic gesture, to sweep the woman off her feet. He proclaims that he is going all out, surpassing his limits and getting deeply involved in his pursuit of her. He dusts off his Dingos (a type of boot) and presses his Levis (a brand of jeans) to show that he is putting effort into his appearance and preparing himself to win her heart. The protagonist hints at other ideas and intentions he has that are so daring that if he were to mention them, he would be in trouble with the law. This adds an air of mystery and danger to the story, emphasizing the lengths he is willing to go to capture the woman's love and attention. Throughout the song, the repeated chorus emphasizes his determination and passion. He sees himself as "armed and dangerous," indicating that his love for the woman has made him a desperate man, willing to take risks and do whatever it takes to win her over. In summary, "Armed and Dangerous" is a country love song about a man who is deeply in love and determined to win the heart of a woman, showing his willingness to go to great lengths to capture her affection.
