Lyrically, it is a protest song that articulates the general political discontent in the late Thatcher years.

In terms of music, lyrics and general mood, it is perhaps closest to the Marillion song "Sugar Mice" (1987).

"The Voyeur" was also included as a bonus track on the CD version of Vigil in a Wilderness of Mirrors.

Fish co-wrote both tracks with keyboardist Mickey Simmonds, the dominant musical composer on his debut solo album.

Drums were played by John Keeble, best known for his membership of 1980s new wave band Spandau Ballet.