Israeli choreographer Rami Be'er's inspiration for the performance of Horses in the Sky are the lyrics from the song by the Canadian group Thee Silver Mt. Zion Memorial Orchestra which are also part of the dance's soundtrack. The lyrics speak of a promise to a “broken lamb” to fetch her “horses in the sky,” and include lines such as “violence brings more violence/ And liars bring more lies.” Be’er has deployed poetry with socio-political connotations before, and although the lyrics are not as important as the mood, state of mind or ambiance they lend a suggestive underlayer to the rather abstract actions taking place on stage, the dancers performing in a desolate land, without obligations to any specific point in time. Be'er choreographed, designed sets and lights for the performance.