Lyric discussion by eddie43 

Cover art for Sweetheart Come lyrics by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds

For me, this song is about the story of a love affair. They want to be together, but haven't the freedom to do so. She is in a an abusive relationship, and this angers him. "And if he touches you with his stupid hands again"

Finally, she leaves her husband/partner, and they can be together, and not having to hide their relationship. "Walk with me now, under the stars. It's a safe and easy pleasure "

"Its late, but it ain't never."