Running up That Hill
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If I only could, I'd be running up that hill."
It doesn't hurt me.
Do you want to feel how it feels?
Do you want to know that it doesn't hurt me?
Do you want to hear about the deal that I'm making?
You, it's you and me.
And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
Be running up that building.
If I only could, oh
You don't want to hurt me,
But see how deep the bullet lies.
Unaware I'm tearing you asunder.
Ooh, there is thunder in our hearts.
Is there so much hate for the ones we love?
Tell me, we both matter, don't we?
You, it's you and me.
It's you and me won't be unhappy.
And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
Be running up that building,
Say, if I only could, oh...
You,
It's you and me,
It's you and me won't be unhappy.
"C'mon, baby, c'mon darling,
Let me steal this moment from you now.
C'mon, angel, c'mon, c'mon, darling,
Let's exchange the experience, oh"
And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
With no problems.
And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
With no problems.
And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
With no problems.
If I only could
Be running up that hill
With no problems
"If I only could, I'd be running up that hill.
If I only could, I'd be running up that hill."
The lyrics of Placebo's song, "Running Up That Hill," are deep and thought-provoking, speaking to the human desire to escape from the troubles and limitations of life. The repetition of "If I only could, I'd be running up that hill" emphasizes the fervent desire to transcend one's current state, and the subsequent lyrics reveal a longing to understand and connect with another person. The singer questions whether someone else wants to understand their pain and the deal they've made with God to swap places and exchange experiences. The chorus repeats the intense desire to run up the road, the hill, and the building, to escape the confines of their current situation.
The lyrics evoke powerful emotions and speak to the human desire to connect with others and to escape from their current situation. The song's iconic drumbeat and haunting melody underscore the deep emotion in the lyrics, creating a powerful and unforgettable song.
Line by Line Meaning
If I only could, I'd be running up that hill.
I wish I could achieve something great, even though it seems impossible.
It doesn't hurt me.
I have no pain in my life.
Do you want to feel how it feels?
Would you like to experience my pain and understand what I'm going through?
Do you want to know that it doesn't hurt me?
Would you like to know that I'm strong and can handle the pain?
Do you want to hear about the deal that I'm making?
Do you want to know about the arrangement I'm negotiating with a higher power?
You, it's you and me.
We are in this together.
And if I only could, I'd make a deal with God,
If it were possible, I'd make an agreement with a higher power.
And I'd get him to swap our places,
I'd want to switch positions with someone else.
Be running up that road,
I'd want to be making progress towards my goal.
Be running up that hill,
I'd want to overcome any obstacles in my path.
Be running up that building.
I'd want to climb the ladder of success.
You don't want to hurt me,
I know you don't want to cause me any harm.
But see how deep the bullet lies.
I still feel the impact of the pain you've caused me.
Unaware I'm tearing you asunder.
I'm not trying to hurt you, but my actions are affecting you negatively.
Ooh, there is thunder in our hearts.
We are passionate and emotional beings.
Is there so much hate for the ones we love?
Why do we sometimes have negative feelings towards those closest to us?
Tell me, we both matter, don't we?
We are both important and our feelings are valid.
It's you and me.
We are together in this situation.
It's you and me won't be unhappy.
We'll be happy as long as we are together.
C'mon, baby, c'mon darling,
Let's do this together, my love.
Let me steal this moment from you now.
Let's make the most of this opportunity right now.
Let's exchange the experience, oh
Let's share our experiences and learn from each other.
With no problems.
We will overcome any issues that arise.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KATE BUSH
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@Wallnuts
Surprisingly I heard Placebo’s cover before Kate’s original, back when I was in high school, maybe 2006 or 2007. Placebo had a big impact on my life, despite everyone I know disliking them. I still listen to placebo when I want to feel something nostalgic and melancholic.
@marchelbianca4672
Same here, I loved Placebos version! Because of them I then was introduced to the Kate Bush original.
@KatzProductionsYT
Same. Emo memories!
@anuqaani2376
Same👏
@CarolPettirossi
samee
@alishacourtneyeddy94
same!! I love it so much more and had no idea it was a cover until just a few months ago 🤣
@JacquiCryer
As a 50 year old music lover.. I can say there is room for this very intelligent cover of the wonderful Kate Bush original. Both are excellent x
@stinkyfungus
I agree 110% with your assessment.
@Laynestian
Very true
@flowers321
Jacqui Cryer Mushroom fryer I read somewhere recently that the lead singer got to meet Kate and she gave her approval to this cover! :D