Discover the story of the song > Patience of Angels – Boo Hewerdine

The lyrics describe a woman who sees someone waving from the top of a bus and reminisces about the past. The protagonist is unsure if she knows how difficult it has been for him, but he can see that it would test the patience of angels. The song suggests that something is wrong when the morning is painful and the baby won't stop crying, and the protagonist wonders if he would be capable of dealing with it all. The lyrics also mention a door in a house in a town where nobody knows her name, emphasizing her patience. Overall, the song conveys a sense of struggle and the inner strength required to endure difficult times.