For Tomorrow (Visit To Primrose Hill Extended)

The lyrics describe two people moving through a difficult, unsettled moment together. The man seems physically unwell, while the woman drives and tries to keep things going. They feel lost and worn down, but closeness and the hope of reaching “tomorrow” help them endure. Later, the scene becomes quieter and more ordinary: Jim goes home, makes tea, and then Susan suggests a drive. The mood shifts from strain toward a small, shared escape.

“Holding on for dear life” suggests desperate effort, not just literally gripping something. “Holding on for tomorrow” makes the next day a symbol of hope: they may not have a solution, but they can keep going for now. The “seamless line” and being “lost on the Westway” contrast an idealized, smooth picture of London with the confusion of actually being there. The repeated “la la” refrain may sound carefree, but beside the anxious words it can also feel like a simple way to cope.

The lyrics leave the cause of their distress unclear. It could be illness, exhaustion, relationship trouble, or a more general dissatisfaction with modern life; the text does not settle the question. Jim’s comment that modern life is “rubbish” sounds weary, though making tea and taking a scenic drive suggest ordinary comforts still matter. Their closeness may be romantic, friendly, or simply supportive.