This track, along with another on the album, was "suggested," as singer/bassist Burke Shelley and guitarist John Tomas stated, by their label RCA Records; Both members hate the song. The song itself was not written by either members, so they don't know it's real meaning.
What it seems to be about is the struggles and complexities of youth, primarily the challenges faced by young women in a world that often values them for their appearance rather than their identity. It further details the vulnerability and harsh realities of coming of age, where innocence confronts the realities of adult relationships and societal expectations.
This track, along with another on the album, was "suggested," as singer/bassist Burke Shelley and guitarist John Tomas stated, by their label RCA Records; Both members hate the song. The song itself was not written by either members, so they don't know it's real meaning.
What it seems to be about is the struggles and complexities of youth, primarily the challenges faced by young women in a world that often values them for their appearance rather than their identity. It further details the vulnerability and harsh realities of coming of age, where innocence confronts the realities of adult relationships and societal expectations.