Discover the story of the song > Sheepskin Tearaway – Pete Doherty

The protagonist talks about a girl who has many scars and is addicted to heroin. Everyone warned him that he shouldn't get involved with her, but he did anyways because he loved her. He tries to help her overcome her addiction and tells her that there are other ways to cope with her pain, but it's tough like trying to dry your eyes in the rain.