I actually think the 'she' in the song is a woman whose son is very ill, because of the line, 'Another mum gives her some sparkling wine.' In some ways I think it's even more poignant than if the song were about romantic love. We all know romantic feelings can change and fade over time, but the bond between parent and child doesn't change; you're part of each other, no matter what. I think the idea of the pain of watching your child die before you adds another layer of tragedy to the song.
Definitely agree with the above comment about the chorus. Singing it just makes everything better when you feel like rubbish. ;)
I actually think the 'she' in the song is a woman whose son is very ill, because of the line, 'Another mum gives her some sparkling wine.' In some ways I think it's even more poignant than if the song were about romantic love. We all know romantic feelings can change and fade over time, but the bond between parent and child doesn't change; you're part of each other, no matter what. I think the idea of the pain of watching your child die before you adds another layer of tragedy to the song.
Definitely agree with the above comment about the chorus. Singing it just makes everything better when you feel like rubbish. ;)