Wolves (Song of the Shepherd's Dog) Lyrics

Lyric discussion by megabyte800 

Cover art for Wolves (Song of the Shepherd's Dog) lyrics by Iron & Wine

I agree with minion that this song paints a vivid picture of some small town, but I also think it has something to do with trying to escape. From a town, from a past, from yourself. The wolves feel to me like fear of the unknown.