In a haunting melody that echoes the restless spirit of wanderlust, Modest Mouse weaves a tale of timeless greed and the loss of wisdom. The song juxtaposes the innocence of exploration with the destructive nature of human desire, embodied by the tragic fate of a jewel-covered tortoise who knows the secrets of the universe yet falls victim to a man's greed. This narrative serves as a stark reminder that in our quest to consume and own the beauties of the world, we often destroy the very essence that makes them invaluable. The repetitive urging to "walk on" or "let's go" reflects our relentless pursuit forward, often without understanding or respecting the past and its wisdom. We are tourists not only in foreign lands but within our own lives, constantly moving but rarely pausing to grasp the deeper truths beneath our feet.
