The track’s title and refrain, explores the transience of relationships and the rapid pace of the music industry. Key lyrical themes include:
: Much of the duo's work, including their debut Notes From The Native Yards , focuses on the social landscape of Cape Town’s townships, particularly Gugulethu. Historical Significance Ill Literate Skill - Easy They Come (prod. Planet Earth)
: Reflecting on the cycle of bonding and abandonment, and the necessity of staying grounded ("I jump from the train, I ride off alone"). The track’s title and refrain, explores the transience