It's been rumoured that this song was written by Stevie about an abortion. Some people think it's about Lindsey, or perhaps another lover. I think it's about an abortion--and I would love to debate over that (if it is or isn't)--but I'm going to ask before we start that everyone uses sensitivity and precaution when posting. Thanks
Here's some questions to get us started...
Who is "baby"? We know that it's a favorite appellation of Stevie's, especially in "When I See You Again" from Tango, as well as "Imperial Hotel" from Rock a Little. Is she just using it because she says it a lot, or is there a deeper meaning?
Is Stevie singing to someone OR could someone be talking to HER in certain parts of the song? If you are confused, let me know, and I'll show you where I see it.
Why do you think she repeated the chorus so many times? As a sort of trance-like song?
What is with the "as YOU slipped away" and the "as I slipped away"? Why the change of lyrics?
Imagery to discuss (now I sound like an English teacher):
~tower
~beach/water things
~glass
We know it's a sad song, but is it optimistic or pessimistic?
Have fun!
