If it is about Johnny, it definaetly fits other Smiths/Moz songs said to be about him -- I Won't Share You, He Knows I'd Love To See Him and more. Morrissey recognizing what they have and that he would probabley do anything to be together again. Their relationship is totally a microcosm of the greater whole of Morrissey's work: the theme of loneliness, the inability to connect with one's fantasy, dissapointment, despair and greatness. Although the songs has gay tones, and if not about Johnny, could certainly be about a male lover; I think that Johnny and Moz's relationship is one that goes beyond love; it approaches artistic nirvana. Solace and brilliance found in a friend.
If it is about Johnny, it definaetly fits other Smiths/Moz songs said to be about him -- I Won't Share You, He Knows I'd Love To See Him and more. Morrissey recognizing what they have and that he would probabley do anything to be together again. Their relationship is totally a microcosm of the greater whole of Morrissey's work: the theme of loneliness, the inability to connect with one's fantasy, dissapointment, despair and greatness. Although the songs has gay tones, and if not about Johnny, could certainly be about a male lover; I think that Johnny and Moz's relationship is one that goes beyond love; it approaches artistic nirvana. Solace and brilliance found in a friend.