Jesse James Lyrics

Lyric discussion by KPRyan 

Cover art for Jesse James lyrics by Pogues, The

A very good Pogues song. I believe (though not certain) that the lyrics were partly borrowed (from an American version written soon after James' death/murder) and partly written by Finer/MacGowan.

As for the meaning?

It is quite obvious.

Watch the fine movie: "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford" for your answer.