Discover the story of the song > Only the Wine – David Gray

The song talks about the protagonist's experience while drinking wine. He feels that his head is spinning and his mouth is open, and he is unable to forget about the sympathetic feelings that he has for someone. The protagonist hopes he never experiences losing his special someone and asks for help to find his way back home. The lyrics use imagery of a wild orchid, wood smoke, and a snake to describe how he feels.