Discover the story of the song > What Would You Do – Bastille

The lyrics are about a conversation between the protagonist and a former classmate who is now a stripper. The classmate explains that she is forced to do what she does in order to survive and take care of her child, as she has no other options due to her difficult past and current circumstances. The chorus repeats the question "What would you do?" and highlights the different perspectives and experiences of the two characters. The song encourages the listener to be empathetic and understand that everyone has their own struggles and challenges in life.