Discover the story of the song > Keep Your Eyes Peeled – The Automatic

The song is about a person (referred to as 'he') on an adventure, possibly a dangerous one. The protagonist needs to be alert and keep their eyes on the radar screen, and also keep the exits clear in case they need to escape quickly. There's no room for error since the protagonist has a job to do. The song repeats the need for vigilance and not making mistakes, and emphasizes that this adventure is a one-way street.