I have read different interpretations of this song. Some say it is about Eric Clapton's cocaine habit back in the 60s. Others say it relates to the Vietnam War. I think it is just about lost and lonely people, wandering the shadows. Great song whatever Cream intended.
Oh also during the line "Platform ticket, restless diesels, goodbye windows" I keep hearing it as "Platform dickhead". Perhaps it is just me?
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