The song "Loinclothing" by Hunters & Collectors describes a mysterious figure known as the Rag and Bone man, who appears in the heat of the night. The lyrics depict this character collecting discarded items and trading them for a living. The line "It's feeding worms in the hay" suggests that the Rag and Bone man is scavenging for materials in abandoned places. The mention of "surrounding the sheep's head" implies that he removes valuable items from unwanted or useless objects. The song highlights the Rag and Bone man's impact, with the description of a distant howl of pleasure representing the joy people feel when they find value in items they have discarded. This joy is contrasted with the dark and eerie atmosphere of the night. The lyrics also mention "a million cowboys toe-tapping" and "a million cows stampeding." This can be interpreted metaphorically, representing people enthralled and excited by the Rag and Bone man's activities, as well as the chaotic frenzy caused by their desire to obtain valuable items. The repetition of "Feel his stomach turning, it's turning" suggests that there may be a sense of uneasiness or discomfort associated with this obsession. In summary, "Loinclothing" portrays the enigmatic Rag and Bone man as a collector of discarded items, highlighting the excitement and chaos that surround his activities.
