Read the lyrics. It is an existentialist song, based on the novel "The Stranger" by Albert Camus.
R. Smith shouldn't have to backpedal. Idiots criticizing the song should read The Stranger (or at least get a synopsis) instead.
Yes, I'm aware of and have read "The Stranger" by Albert Camus. The song was somewhat hijacked over the years and lyrics were subsequently softened by the band to "Kissing An Arab" and even "Killing Another" to deflect criticism.
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