Discover the story of the song > Florida Key – The New Basement Tapes

The song is about the protagonist who is searching for their romantic partner who had left them in Miami. They sail all day looking for them but find no luck. Their partner had taken everything from their home and left it on the lawn which was then taken away by Jim and given to John. Frustrated, the protagonist decides to leave and head towards Florida Key to start anew, hoping to find some sunshine and a new beginning. The song ends with the protagonist setting sail again, hoping to find their Florida Key.