The song "Riding on the White Train" by Electric Six tells a story of a toxic relationship with a woman who takes advantage of the protagonist's money and manipulates him. The lyrics suggest that she is the "queen" of an evil galaxy, symbolizing her power and control over him. The protagonist is dissatisfied with the situation, as the woman is not content living in Queens by the airport. The line "Can you tell me now what any of it means?" reflects the confusion and frustration the protagonist feels towards the relationship. The song also criticizes the obsession with fame and attention, represented by being "hypnotized by the camera." The line "All your cats are hissing tonight, Nothing gets settled when our animals fight" implies that their arguments and conflicts only lead to more chaos and unresolved issues. The protagonist acknowledges that the woman looks good in pictures but believes that the attention is affecting her negatively. The line "Hey little sister why do I only see you on the white train?" suggests that she may be involved in substance abuse, as "white train" is often associated with cocaine. As the song progresses, the protagonist questions whether there is any reciprocation in the relationship. He wonders if he should anticipate love or face rejection from the woman and her manipulative tendencies. The line "Or will you slap me with your bitches' gloves?" hints at the woman's controlling and demeaning behavior. The lyrics also mention Satan destroying the woman, but Jesus smoking her in a bowl, which can be interpreted metaphorically as the consequences catching up to her. The song concludes with the protagonist addressing the woman as his "little sister" and referencing her dying dreams, possibly symbolizing the downfall of her ambitions and desires. Overall, "Riding on the White Train" portrays a tumultuous and dysfunctional relationship with themes of manipulation, dissatisfaction, substance abuse, and the destructive consequences of toxic behavior.
