Discover the story of the song > Stacks – Bon Iver

The song is about the protagonist's search for something important to him. He's experiencing a lot of difficult times, such as running out of money and drinking too much. He compares his struggles to carrying a heavy load on his back, and he's trying to figure out why he's going through these hardships. The end of the song suggests that he'll keep his partner's love safe, indicating that she's been a source of support for him throughout his struggles.