This song was written about River Phoenix, who passed 15 year's ago this year (31 October). by Kent Lambert, released by his project, roommate. I like the mood and tone of this song alot. "I saw your mom, at the party after 'Esther Kahn'. She was just sort of standing around. I met your sister, Summer. Actually, I just kind of said 'hi'. I told her she was great in the film, she said 'thanks' and smiled- She seemed really nice. River Phoenix; forget the metaphors. I wonder what you would ...