"A Hundred Feet Away" by Joan Jett and The Blackhearts tells the story of a young girl who is infatuated with a glamorous and successful man who lives in a penthouse suite. She fantasizes about being with him and hopes that he will notice her and want her company. The lyrics suggest that the girl may have a questionable motive or plan to get closer to the man. However, it is implied that he is known for disappearing suddenly, so she feels the need to seize the opportunity while she can. The song then shifts perspective to the man in the penthouse, who is depicted as lonely and isolated. He looks down from his high-rise window, feeling the weight of his empty life. Despite his material success, he longs for someone to share his days with and fulfill his dreams. The repetition of the phrase "just a little girl in love" emphasizes the innocence and naivety of the girl, contrasting it with the stark reality of the man's longing. The lyrics imply that the girl is only a hundred feet away from fulfilling the man's desire for companionship, yet their paths never cross.
