It's a shame there isn't more discussion on Talk Talk. Mark Hollis is one of my favorite singers and an absolutely fascinating lyricist. I think ripelivejam is on the right track saying this song deals with fate. I also feel, though, that it deals with redemption, which seems to be a common theme on this album. It essentially challenges fate, which is assuring damnation. Hence the line "Kill the bet I'll burn on judgment day". It's a resolution, and a prayer for good will, placing faith in love, I feel.
It's a shame there isn't more discussion on Talk Talk. Mark Hollis is one of my favorite singers and an absolutely fascinating lyricist. I think ripelivejam is on the right track saying this song deals with fate. I also feel, though, that it deals with redemption, which seems to be a common theme on this album. It essentially challenges fate, which is assuring damnation. Hence the line "Kill the bet I'll burn on judgment day". It's a resolution, and a prayer for good will, placing faith in love, I feel.