The song Riding Solo by Hinds is about feeling alone and out of place. The lyrics describe the feeling of being disconnected from others, even when surrounded by people. The protagonist is struggling with jet-lag and can't seem to switch off from work even when everyone else is sleeping. She longs for connection with someone and recognizes that the person who can give her this feeling is her favorite "space and time." Throughout the song, there is a sense of longing and loneliness as the protagonist describes feeling useless during the day unless she can have the comfort of knowing someone is waiting for her at night. The lyrics also touch on the idea of being homesick, missing the feeling of being grounded and connected to a familiar place. Ultimately, the song is about the desire for connection and the feeling of being lost without it. The chorus repeats the phrase "doesn't feel okay, make it go away," emphasizing the need to escape from the lonely feelings. The song is both melancholic and uplifting as the protagonist acknowledges her feelings and seeks to find a way to move past them.
