Nick Cave has specifically stated that he didn't use characters when writing the songs on this album (with the exception of Jangling Jack) and that all of them are written from his personal perspective. That having been said, unless Mr. Cave has been able to lead a secret life of pedophilia, I find it highly improbable that this song is about a child molester.
Nick Cave has specifically stated that he didn't use characters when writing the songs on this album (with the exception of Jangling Jack) and that all of them are written from his personal perspective. That having been said, unless Mr. Cave has been able to lead a secret life of pedophilia, I find it highly improbable that this song is about a child molester.