The New Nathan Detroits Lyrics

Lyric discussion by mikeska22 

Cover art for The New Nathan Detroits lyrics by Braid

i always thought that this song was about his fathers unwillingness to accept what his son does for a living (playing in an obscure band thats not going to make him rich.) there seems to be many layers to this song though. i never got the guys and dolls reference, i just always thouhgt of his doubts as a musician. i dont know though.