Discover the story of the song > Walking – The Dodos

The lyrics are about the protagonist realizing he's been wasting too much time, and that he needs to make some changes in his life. He suggests leaving his partner for a little bit to reflect on how things have been, and encourages himself to light a fire under his own head to make the changes he needs. He reflects on the fact that society has been wasting time by sending children off to war, and wonders if it's time for a change.