I generally agree that the basic story is a big fish-small pond story, but with an especially bitter twist. This person has been screwed over by his former friend, who has achieved some level of success and fame by leaving "Poughkeepsie" and everything else behind for better prospects. She got out, probably with his help and support, and he didn't.
When "Poughkeepsie's favorite daughter" returns, everyone except the former friend is excited. Instead, he remembers their broken relationship, including the good times when they were young, with a deeply sardonic filter.
I think about this song whenever I go home and run into someone from high school.
I generally agree that the basic story is a big fish-small pond story, but with an especially bitter twist. This person has been screwed over by his former friend, who has achieved some level of success and fame by leaving "Poughkeepsie" and everything else behind for better prospects. She got out, probably with his help and support, and he didn't.
When "Poughkeepsie's favorite daughter" returns, everyone except the former friend is excited. Instead, he remembers their broken relationship, including the good times when they were young, with a deeply sardonic filter.
I think about this song whenever I go home and run into someone from high school.