Originality, authenticity, and the weight of the past are among the themes the song explores. The references to Keats, Yeats, and Wilde imply that the vocalist is talking about the importance and influence of literary figures, with Keats and Yeats standing in for one viewpoint and Wilde for the vocalist's own perspective. The vocalist also expresses their dismay at the idea of plagiarism, taking words and thoughts that are not your own, and the idea that there's always someone who knows the truth and will trip you up if you fall.
"A dreaded sunny day, so let's go where we're wanted" suggests seeking out a place where one is accepted and appreciated for who they are; the line "A dreaded sunny day, so let's go where we're happy" implies seeking out a place where a person can be themselves.
Originality, authenticity, and the weight of the past are among the themes the song explores. The references to Keats, Yeats, and Wilde imply that the vocalist is talking about the importance and influence of literary figures, with Keats and Yeats standing in for one viewpoint and Wilde for the vocalist's own perspective. The vocalist also expresses their dismay at the idea of plagiarism, taking words and thoughts that are not your own, and the idea that there's always someone who knows the truth and will trip you up if you fall.
"A dreaded sunny day, so let's go where we're wanted" suggests seeking out a place where one is accepted and appreciated for who they are; the line "A dreaded sunny day, so let's go where we're happy" implies seeking out a place where a person can be themselves.