Discover the story of the song > No Promises – Icehouse

The protagonist is talking about a new world that they're experiencing, referencing a winter palace from Arabian Nights, white waves on an ocean, and gems from a golden age. They say that even though this new world doesn't always make sense, they are willing to give it a chance and make the most of it. The protagonist acknowledges that life is unpredictable and doesn't offer any promises, but if his partner were to fall, he would be there to catch her.