Life On A Chain Lyrics

Lyric discussion by kyle2k4 

Cover art for Life On A Chain lyrics by Pete Yorn

I think it's about a close friendship - maybe even a sister or mom given the last name lyrics.

Clearly were his guidance and help, and when he deserted them shit went badly. It's all interconnected. "Sent a bottle of whiskey" to me relates to "dirty neighborhood." Basically his new life without them doesn't appeal to them, and without them things aren't going well for him.