For decades, fans speculated that the distorted voice at the end of the song contained a satanic message—specifically, "Jesus of Nazareth, go to hell".

While it sounds like a tender love song, the lyrics explore a much darker side of romance:

The song didn't start as a rock power ballad. Producer originally presented it to the band as a country song that sounded similar to music by The Eagles . Guitarists Phil Collen and Steve Clark "Leppardized" it by adding power rock elements, complex harmony guitar orchestration, and backing vocals influenced by R&B grooves . The Hidden Messages & Urban Legends

The story behind Def Leppard's (1987) is one of unexpected origins, sonic experimentation, and a persistent urban legend. From Country Ballad to Rock Anthem