What is the meaning of song beds are burning?

The song "Beds Are Burning" was the first single released by Australia-based band Midnight Oil from their 1987album Diesel and Dust. The song reflects the concerns of the band about the plight of the Aboriginal Australians, and the issues of land rights and social justice. The song's lyrics relate to the protests of Aboriginal Australians and their struggles against the Australian government. The song's title refers to the burning of Aboriginal lands by British colonizers and refers to the ongoing violence against Aboriginal people in Australia, as well as the subsequent removal of their land. The song also speaks to the broader issues of oppression and social inequality. The phrase "the time has come" is a call for action and change. The song serves as an important reminder of the struggles faced by Indigenous peoples around the world and continues to be a powerful anthem of protest and social justice.