Alone

Nico Collins' song "Alone" tells the poignant story of a boy who feels misunderstood and isolated throughout different stages of his life. The narrative begins with the boy at eight years old, reluctant to go to school because of the bullying he faces and the lack of engagement he feels with the curriculum. His mother is the only one who seems to understand him, allowing him small escapes like playing hockey or getting coffee. However, his father is dismissive, blaming him for his struggles and pushing him into activities that don't resonate with him. This early sense of alienation sets the stage for his ongoing battle with loneliness and misunderstanding.

As the boy grows into a teenager, his sense of isolation deepens. At fifteen, he turns to smoking weed and drinking to cope with his feelings of emptiness, surrounding himself with fake friends in an attempt to fit in. Despite minor run-ins with the law, he begins to realize that no one truly understands him. This realization leads him to start writing his thoughts down, finding solace in music. The act of writing and creating music becomes a therapeutic outlet, helping him lose weight and plan his escape from his stifling environment. Yet, the feeling of being misunderstood persists, even as he makes positive changes in his life.

By the time he reaches twenty-one, the boy is on a better path, but he still grapples with the feeling that he missed out on the small joys of life by growing up too fast. He wonders if there are others like him, walking the world alone, but he knows he'll never truly find out. The recurring theme of walking the world alone underscores the deep sense of loneliness and the search for understanding that defines his journey. The song captures the universal struggle of feeling out of place and the longing for connection, making it a relatable anthem for anyone who has ever felt misunderstood.