Released in 1987, Beds are Burning is a worldwide hit by Australian band, Midnight Oil. A political song, Beds are Burning is about the forced relocation of the Pintupi and the need to give Australian land back to the native people. The song reached worldwide acclaim and has been in the top 10 in several countries as well as being listed as one of the 500 rock and roll hall of fame songs that forever changed rock and roll.