The meaning and story of Graham Nash's song "Skychild" revolves around a chance encounter with someone referred to as "Skychild." The narrator first lays eyes on Skychild at a restaurant, dressed in a striking black velvet suit. Their friend David warns the narrator that taking a look at Skychild would lead to trouble. Despite the warning, the narrator cannot resist and takes a look at Skychild, captivated by their presence. From that moment, Skychild remains on the narrator's mind, constantly thinking about them. However, their overwhelming attraction to Skychild also brings about nervousness and vulnerability, as Skychild seemingly targets the narrator's heart. In the final verse, the narrator addresses Skychild directly, expressing a hope that if they ever return to town, Skychild ought to seek them out. The narrator implies that they have been left picking up the pieces, perhaps suggesting that their emotional connection with Skychild was intense and left them feeling broken when Skychild disappeared. The song leaves some questions unanswered, such as the nature of the relationship between the narrator and Skychild, and why Skychild seems to have vanished. Nevertheless, the lyrics convey a profound longing and a connection that persists despite separation.
