Lyric discussion by chq 

Cover art for Emmylou lyrics by First Aid Kit

Gram Parsons and Emmylou Harris weren't romantically involved. He was her mentor and he died an early death. I think that reference is not so much about the love aspect of the song but an homage to their musical influences.

The fact that June Cash was also a musician, no doubt influenced by the great Johnny, speaks further to the interpretation of this song being about music and musical influence. They are the "ghost in [First Aid Kit's] mind"

I feel girly listening to this song but it's just so damn good!!!