Discover the story of the song > Shelter From The Sand – Akercocke

The lyrics talk about a protagonist who is not being understood by the people around him, particularly the Baptist. The Baptist lacks the inner capacity to understand the protagonist's deep thoughts and ideas. The protagonist sees his philosophical sagacity as a strength rather than a flaw. The protagonist believes that he can touch and change people's lives, like opening the eyes of the blind. He finds delight in someone who is close enough to touch but still out of reach. The lyrics also mention the sadness of desert sands and the inevitable end of everything.