Discover the story of the song > Vampire Racecourse – The Sleepy Jackson

The protagonist is describing how cold his romantic partner is, saying that she is so cold that she doesn't even realize it. He also describes his partner's family as being close to death. In the bridge, he talks about roads and eyes, comparing them to bats and priests. He concludes by asking if this is what his partner wants. Overall, the song is about feeling lonely and disconnected in a relationship where the partner is emotionally distant.