Discover the story of the song > Jo – Goldfrapp

The lyrics describe a tense and eerie atmosphere, with the protagonist waiting anxiously for her partner. There is a sense of danger in the air, represented by a blood-red moon and the wind singing by the river. The chorus and refrain emphasize the urgency of running for one's life. The protagonist acknowledges that her partner would tell her not to wait for him and to live her life while she can.