Lyric discussion by yourfacesmells 

Cover art for Loretta lyrics by Townes Van Zandt

I don't know about that whole prostitute thing. I think it's just the age ol' girl in love with the traveling musician thing. If she were a prostitute he wouldn't be "coming home" to her. She's young, he's hot and older and more important than anything, an amazing musician, she's putting on a brave face for when he leaves. That's just my take. :o)