Discover the story of the song > Heathens – wolves at the gate

The protagonist is warning their friend to be cautious around their group of friends, as they all have dark pasts and issues that may lead to unexpected harm. They emphasize the importance of waiting for their friends to approach them and not make any sudden moves. The protagonist expresses the feeling of being an outsider and not fitting in with the group, but still warns their friend to be careful around them.