Discover the story of the song > Inhaler – Foals

The song is about a person who feels trapped and suffocated by their relationship and wants space from their partner. They describe themselves as make-believe, pale, and stripped, while also feeling tired of being pushed and shoved. The protagonist asks their partner to give them space for just one day because they feel like they can't breathe. The chorus asks how the partner feels in this war-like situation and suggests that throwing away their fortune might be necessary to escape. The song ends with the protagonist repeating their desire for space.