Discover the story of the song > When It Started To Begin – Nick Heyward

The lyrics talk about the protagonist's desire for something, possibly a possession, to fill a void in his life. He is unhappy and looking for an answer. He mentions houses and skipping love, indicating a materialistic approach to finding happiness. The protagonist also mentions his partner, referring to her as his "little private wife" and giving up the best of his life for her. The lyrics end with the protagonist waiting for his wife to be away so he can have some time for himself, but ultimately realizing that she has become his whole life.