London Lyrics

Lyric discussion by marblerye 

Cover art for London lyrics by Smiths, The

I feel this song is basically pretty straight-forward. The second person point of view is pretty cool. I think it is talking about making a rash decision you are so sure is right at the time, and then all the doubts and confusion which come later. The people around you are jealous you can give everything up (including them) and not look back, while they do not have the self-confidence nor independence to do the same.