Connor's debut single can be described simply as a majestic acoustic soundscape. As much as the instrumental of this song is harmonious, it also carries a deep meaning.
The silence is taken over by soothing, melancholic acoustic guitars strumming throughout the song. These strings slowly merge with the distant echoes of a clean electric guitar. Wrapped in a blanket of Connor's vocals and harmonies, the music strengthens the theme with a powerful melody.
'White Lighter' starts with serious thoughts about life. Connor struggles to find meaning and feels unlucky and self-destructive, like the myth of the cursed white lighter.
It shows his doubts and worries, and how he battles between staying strong and wanting to give up. Ferguson sings about how tough and lonely life feels. He thinks about someone from his past, but those memories don't help.
Even with money, he feels empty and paranoid about being worthless. He’s tired of advice and doesn’t want anyone telling him what to do. He has a "whatever" attitude about his fate.
Even if he had everything, he’d still feel something was missing. The song is a deep look at his journey of self-discovery and resilience.