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about
Riptide is an emotionally raw indie rock-pop anthem that blends the introspective storytelling of Maggie Rogers with the timeless grit of Sheryl Crow. Driven by vivid oceanic imagery, the song explores the push and pull of love, fear, and resilience—where deep emotions ebb and flow like the tides. With a dynamic blend of powerful choruses and intimate verses, Riptide captures the weight of feeling everything all at once, questioning time and fate with the recurring plea: Carolina, am I doing this right? The track’s soaring melodies and fluid instrumentation mirror the waves it describes, making it both haunting and cathartic.
lyrics
My love is a riptide
It pulls you in
If you fall in
Before you can swim
You might get lost in me
My power is an ocean
She comes and goes
Sometimes I’m strong
Like the moon pulling on the shore
Some days I can barely stand
Carolina
Am I doing this right?
My heart is working overtime
But I’m still alive
Tell me
Is time on my side?
I’m tired of feeling everything
I’m dancing with the tide
My fear is a rainstorm
It pours down down down
Sometimes it floods
Sometimes I can’t breathe
But there’s beauty in me
Carolina
Am I doing this right?
My heart is working overtime
But I’m still alive
Tell me
Is time on my side?
I’m tired of feeling everything
I’m dancing
My joy is a river
It runs dry
I’ve got so much to give
But if I’m being honest
I’m wearing thin
Down to skin and bone
Sinking real low
Till there’s only riverstone
Carolina
Am I doing this right?
My heart is working overtime
But I’m still alive
Tell me
Is time on my side?
I’m tired of feeling everything
I’m dancing with the tide
credits
released March 21, 2025
Written by Anna K. Backus
Produced by Andy Schichter and Anna K. Backus
Vocals/Guitar/Keys: Anna K. Backus
Guitar: Keith Sinclair
Bass: Rob Thomson
Drums: Max Ley
Recording Engineer: Andy Schichter
Recording Engineer Assistant: Hudson Schelesny
Studio: Park Sound Studio
Mix Engineer: James Younger
Mastering Engineer: Andrew Downton
Artwork: Lia Hansen
