I think in some ways this is a metaphor for the Smiths. They were a "gang" who had their own language.
I especially think the line "Oh, I secretly knew
That I hadn't a clue" refers to him starting out in the music business. The song is comparing his situation with naive young kids who come down to London and end up selling their bodies.
I think in some ways this is a metaphor for the Smiths. They were a "gang" who had their own language.
I especially think the line "Oh, I secretly knew That I hadn't a clue" refers to him starting out in the music business. The song is comparing his situation with naive young kids who come down to London and end up selling their bodies.