Glamorous Glue
Morrissey Lyrics

The verse "First day with the jar, you find everyone lies, nobody minds" is a metaphorical image that suggests how people can be full of deceit and lies, but nobody cares or pays attention. The "jar" could be a symbol of a closed, confined space, which implies the feeling of lies being trapped within individuals, but nobody seems to take notice. The second verse indicates that everything eventually dies, including the promises and beliefs that were once held. It then shifts to a political commentary criticizing the Conservative Party, and challenges the audience to question why they haven't voted for them in the past. The refrain "Where is the man you respect? And where is the woman you love?" is Morrissey's way of pointing out how leaders and loved ones can let us down, leading to a sense of disillusionment.

In the chorus, Morrissey speaks about the importance of sharing in life, claiming "Everything of worth on Earth is there to share." He then reflects on his past, where he used to dream and vow, but now being in love has changed his perspective. The last lines of the song, "London is dead, now I'm too much in love, I know I'll go, empty-handed from the land," could illustrate the singer's feeling of helplessness in the face of societal decay and a desire to leave with nothing. The song’s message may sound bleak, but it has a hopeful air of wanting to find meaning.