Discover the story of the song > Runaway – Adolescents

The protagonist's daughter, who is 15 years old, has been away from home for a few days in search of someone named Rikk Agnew in California. The protagonist is worried and asks them to come back, saying that they are too young to be on their own. The protagonist mentions receiving letters from someone and warns that getting involved with strangers can be dangerous. They also mention that the authorities and their family are concerned about their well-being and that the situation could turn into a crime. The protagonist ultimately tells them to go home and not come back.