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Don't Run So Fast
Rahsaan Patterson Lyrics


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I remember Grandma's bureau
And some of the stories she told
What over the word she once spoke
There was a lullaby I treasure the most
That says

Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
You might fall on glass
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
(Don't run)
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
(So fast)
You won't be the last
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast

I remember days in New York
And nights Daddy crept in
I fall
I can still hear Mommy say no
Don't you go outside
Stay away from that door

Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
(Don't run)
Don't run so fast
(So fast)
You might fall on glass
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
(Don't run so fast, yeah)
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
(You run so, fast)
Don't run so fast
You won't be the last
(You won't be the last don't run so fast)
Don't run so fast

Believe me when I do say I love you
That I'm needing some time to get through
Right now I'm giving you a glipse of my past
To maybe feel you now run so fast
Fast
Don't you run so fast, yeah

ChorusĀ :
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
You won't be the last
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast

I remember Grandma's bureau
And some of the stories she told
Now I am no worried no more
Because the love she gave
It carries me on
And on

Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
(Don't you run, so, never)
You might fall on glass
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
(So fast, baby)
You won't be the last
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
(Oh you know, you know)
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
(Don't you run)
Don't run so fast
You might fall on glass
(Don't you run, no)
Don't run so fast
(So fast, yeah, yeah)
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
(Fast don't you run)
Don't run so fast
(Don't you run so fast)
Don't run so fast
(Don't you run so fast)
Don't run so fast
(So fast)
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
Don't run so fast
(So fast don't run)
(So fast don't you run, don't you run fast)

Don't you
Don't you run so fast

Overall Meaning

In Rahsaan Patterson's song "Don't Run So Fast," the artist reminisces about his past experiences and the lessons he learned from his loved ones, particularly his grandmother. The singer alludes to the lullaby that his grandmother taught him that holds an important message to him to take life slowly and cautiously. The lyrics "Don't run so fast, you might fall on glass" can be interpreted as an analogy for life's challenges and how moving too quickly may lead to failure or mishap. He also talks about his parents' relationship issues, where his father snuck into their house at night, and his mother warned him not to run towards the door.


The concept of time is also explored in the song, as he reminisces about memories of his childhood, his family's struggles, and his love for someone, telling them that he needs time to get through. The song's overall message emphasizes the importance of taking things slow and not rushing through life, appreciating the love and advice of those around us.


Line by Line Meaning

I remember Grandma's bureau
The singer recalls memories of his grandmother's furniture.


And some of the stories she told
The grandmother also shared stories with the singer.


What over the word she once spoke
The singer remembers a specific word his grandmother said.


There was a lullaby I treasure the most
The singer holds a special memory of a lullaby his grandmother sang.


Don't run so fast
The singer repeats his grandmother's warning to not run too quickly.


You might fall on glass
The grandmother warns that running fast could lead to danger.


Don't you go outside
The singer's mother also warned him to stay inside and not go near the door.


Believe me when I do say I love you
The singer reassures the listener of his love and honesty.


That I'm needing some time to get through
However, he also admits to needing personal space to deal with his own problems.


To maybe feel you now run so fast
The singer hopes that by sharing his experiences, the listener will understand why they should take things slower.


Now I am no worried no more
The singer feels more at ease thanks to the love and wisdom of his grandmother.


Because the love she gave
The singer recognizes the importance of his grandmother's love and guidance in his life.


It carries me on
This love and guidance continues to impact the singer's life even after his grandmother has passed away.




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