: Inspired by the film Singles , Vedder wrote about personal codes of honor and the fragility of relationships.
: Bassist Jeff Ament has expressed a preference for the early version featuring original drummer Dave Krusen , describing it as having a "trashier, Crazy Horse feel" compared to the more polished version that was eventually released. Lyrical Themes and Inspiration State of Love and Trust
: The lyrics are characterized by a "tangled" exploration of betrayal, guilt, and redemption . : Inspired by the film Singles , Vedder