This melancholic rock ballad tells the story of a British worker who emigrates to the U.S. in search of employment, leaving his family behind. The lyrics paint a picture of despair as he finds himself drinking in a Milwaukee hotel bar, blaming the government for his unemployment. It's a protest song that directly addresses the devastating effect joblessness can have on personal relationships. The feeling of being "sugar mice in the rain" encapsulates the vulnerability and fragility of his situation. Playing this song channels a deep sense of longing and disillusionment.