I agree with most of what ToroTrash said about this song, but I'm not so sure that it's about a shallow model as much as it is a criticism of phoniness. He's been influenced by everyone to believe that such a superficial life is ideal, and when he does realize this is true, it's too late and he's "drunk and wearng flip-flops on Fifth Avenue." He knows now that that perfect red leather jacket, brand name sunglasses and other material sources of "happiness" aren't worth much at all in the end.
I agree with most of what ToroTrash said about this song, but I'm not so sure that it's about a shallow model as much as it is a criticism of phoniness. He's been influenced by everyone to believe that such a superficial life is ideal, and when he does realize this is true, it's too late and he's "drunk and wearng flip-flops on Fifth Avenue." He knows now that that perfect red leather jacket, brand name sunglasses and other material sources of "happiness" aren't worth much at all in the end.