Rocket's Tail

["Thomas F. Neely" <tneely@mwc.vak12ed.edu>]

Jessica, I believe you've convinced me.  I've listened to
"Rocket's Tail" a few more times, and I think the line you
quoted, ("Was it me said you were crazy?") is key.  It helps me
jibe the song with the theme of The Sensual World better, as
well.  The singer is at first too rational in her analysis of
the rocket, until she tries it.  While I believe that she is
having a great time, I'm not sure she's particularly enjoying
the fact that her tail's on fire.  But it is safe to say that
in order to engage life -- to jump with both feet into the
sensual world -- you have to be willing to get your tail burned
a little bit.  Thanks.

Tom Neely