“Nowhere Fast” is a description of Em’s experience with the game, and what he considers his own position in the industry. Moreover, the song comments on the world’s current state, through referencing the latest terrorist attacks and the North Korean nuclear threat, something that is emphasized through statements such as “The world’s on fire.”

The feature from Kehlani provides a certain atmospheric melodic accompaniment that can be heard on several other tracks from Revival, such as “Tragic Endings” and “Like Home.”