Lyric discussion by comedancing 

"The song describes a man named Arthur, the title character from the album. Arthur lives in a house which is called, somewhat sarcastically, a Shangri-La. In the beginning of the song, the Shangri-La appears to be a true paradise but, as the song continues, it becomes clear that Arthur's house is as much of a prison as it is a haven."

Dave Davies said this was his favourite song written by Ray. I almost agree, it's an amazingly written song.

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