Discover the story of the song > For Elise – Saint Motel

The protagonist is talking about how sometimes he gets stuck when he's trying to write, but he finds inspiration in the women who have inspired musicians throughout history. He mentions women like Elise, Norma Jean, Pattie Boyd, Carole King, Holly Woodlawn, Linda Eastman, and Candy Darling who have all sparked creativity in others. He dedicates the song to Elise specifically, as he finds inspiration in her and all of these women.