Discover the story of the song > Retreat – The Rakes

The protagonist feels lost in a place where things aren't going well. He sees advertisements but doesn't believe in them. He can't decide if he should save money or spend it on a girl he likes. He wants to experience everything, but he also wants to take a break. Everything is temporary and that's why he might as well enjoy himself as much as he can. The song repeats the idea that he wants to go out, then come back home to sleep, and do it all over again.