I don't think this is about any thing specific other than it's illegal. Fill in the blank - drugs - contraband - steroids- (yeah, yeah they didn't exist then but it still works) never thought it was prostitution but I don't think it matters, its about some guy just stayin ahead of the law. I always thought "shoe shine" meant the sheriff and he was two steps away from the county line to stay away from the law. Anyway, its a great song. Typical Simon genius.
I don't think this is about any thing specific other than it's illegal. Fill in the blank - drugs - contraband - steroids- (yeah, yeah they didn't exist then but it still works) never thought it was prostitution but I don't think it matters, its about some guy just stayin ahead of the law. I always thought "shoe shine" meant the sheriff and he was two steps away from the county line to stay away from the law. Anyway, its a great song. Typical Simon genius.