Discover the story of the song > Your Little Hoodrat Friend – The Hold Steady

The protagonist is talking about his dislike for his partner's friend who is seemingly self-destructive. She calls him frequently and has tattoos and piercings with messages about religion and rising up. The protagonist mentions their past and how they got into trouble together but denies ever being romantically involved with her. They reminisce about the old days when they used to hang out under a railroad bridge and how the city has changed since then. In the end, the protagonist denies any interest in being with his partner's friend.