This article is from the James Taylor FAQ, by Joel Risberg (jrisberg@shore.net) with numerous contributions by others.
From Carrie Schwanke (ces@gwis.circ.gwu.edu):
JT's song "Mexico" refers to a trip he took with his family
to this country. JT came down with the craps and a fever and didn't leave
his hotel room for the entire trip, hence, the line: "I've never really
been so I don't really know."
 
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