The song alludes to the fact that it was John Paul Jones from the line:

My last song on the album really alluded to me breaking up with my girlfriend before it happened.

According to some, the song "Green Door" alludes to Meek.

Lyrically, the song alludes to oneself questioning the status of their relationship.

This song alludes to the folklore of this legendary ship:

The song alludes to Baez's relationship with Bob Dylan ten years before.

This song alludes to Burnham's somewhat upmarket status in the county.

In addition, the song implicitly alludes to the singer's sexual orientation and activism by the lyrics:

The song alludes to a love affair while featuring references to medicine, remedies and chemistry.