Lyric discussion by ShepherdofBeing 

Cover art for Beds Are Burning lyrics by Midnight Oil

cacambo43 - 'how can we dance while our earth is turning' is a metaphor for indifference toward suffering that is going on as the earth turns, while 'how do we sleep while our beds are burning' is one for guilt, and for "shitting where you eat," so to speak. In other words, if you burn you're own bed (where you sleep), you're only hurting yourself in the long run.

I like it. I couldn't figure out the song and you seem to make the most sense with the lyrics. Thanks.

Not Valid

@ShepherdofBeing This "indifference" reminds me of the "Cremation Of Care" ritual done at Bohemian Groove. White people actually do rituals to free their conscience of the things they do.