Layne took time away after rehab to pursue the Mad Season album because he felt jaded and desired a change of scenery. However, he was soon forced by the label into finishing another AIC album before he was ready to fully return. Jerry and Layne typically write lyrics about real things going on in their lives, which is what makes the music so great, but that’s hard to do when nothing thrilling comes to mind. The sludge factory only thinks about the money to be had, so they desire consistent output. AIC needs time and experiences to flesh out ideas, stories, and themes for their music.

Also, it’s a reach to tie heroin into this song.