Runaway
에릭남 Eric Nam Lyrics
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Don't tell me that you want
Don't tell me that you want me back
I coulda guessed you would
You're predictable
So predictable
That you don't think I couldPut you out like that
Like a cigarette
I gave you everything you ever wanted
You left me behind
Now you wanna come back and jump on it
No, not, not this time
If you runaway, runaway
Don't tell me that you want
Don't tell me that you want me back
If you runaway, runaway
Don't tell me that you want
Don't tell me that you want me back (ooh, ooh)
Keep blowing up my phone
Do you think that I'm picking up this time?
You push and pull me
Think you control me, no
But you don't but you don't
I gave you everything you ever wanted
You left me behind
Now you wanna come back and jump on it
No, not, not this time
If you runaway, runaway
Don't tell me that you want
Don't tell me that you want me back
If you runaway, runaway
Don't tell me that you want
Don't tell me that you want me back (ooh)
You could go
You could stay
But you should know
If you runaway, runaway
Don't tell me that you want
Don't tell me that you want me back (ooh, ooh)
If you runaway, runaway
Don't tell me that you want
Don't tell me that you want me back
If you runaway, runaway
Don't tell me that you want
Don't tell me that you want me back (ooh)
You could go
You could stay
But you should know
If you runaway, runaway
Don't tell me that you want
Don't tell me that you want me back (ooh, ooh)
In the song "Runaway" by 에릭남 Eric Nam, the lyrics reflect a sense of frustration and defiance towards a former lover who has left and now wants to come back. The repetitiveness of the chorus emphasizes the singer's firm stance on not wanting this person back after they have chosen to walk away. The lines "Don't tell me that you want me back" convey a sense of self-respect and refusal to be taken for granted.
The lyrics also highlight the singer's realization of the other person's predictability, suggesting that they were not surprised by the individual's actions. The comparison of the lover to a cigarette that can be easily discarded indicates a lack of emotional attachment and a readiness to move on. The singer asserts their ability to walk away just as easily, emphasizing a sense of empowerment and independence.
The imagery of the former lover blowing up the singer's phone and trying to exert control over the situation further accentuates the theme of manipulation and imbalance in the relationship. Despite the attempts to pull the singer back in, they remain firm in their decision to not give in to the manipulation and emotional turmoil caused by the other person's actions.
Overall, the lyrics of "Runaway" convey a message of strength, self-assurance, and standing up for oneself in the face of a past lover who seeks to re-enter their life. The repetitive nature of the chorus serves as a powerful reminder of the singer's resolve to not be swayed by empty promises or attempts at reconciliation, ultimately emphasizing the importance of self-respect and setting boundaries in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
If you runaway, runaway
If you choose to escape or leave, make it clear that you're intentionally distancing yourself.
Don't tell me that you want
Avoid expressing any desire for connection or reconciliation right now.
Don't tell me that you want me back
Refrain from saying that you wish to return to our previous relationship.
I coulda guessed you would
I could have predicted your predictable behavior.
You're predictable
Your actions have become consistently obvious and easy to forecast.
So predictable
Your patterns of behavior show a lack of surprise or variation.
That you don't think I could
You underestimate my ability to see through your motives.
Put you out like that
I have the power to dismiss you completely as one would extinguish a cigarette.
Like a cigarette
This reflects the finality of our relationship; it's something I can simply extinguish.
I gave you everything you ever wanted
I dedicated myself to providing you with all your desires and needs.
You left me behind
You made the choice to abandon our relationship without consideration.
Now you wanna come back and jump on it
Now you're seeking to return and take advantage of what I offered you.
No, not, not this time
This time, I refuse to allow you to return and take me for granted again.
Keep blowing up my phone
You're persistently trying to reach me, inundating me with messages.
Do you think that I'm picking up this time?
Do you actually believe I will respond to you after everything that happened?
You push and pull me
You manipulate my emotions, alternating between affection and distance.
Think you control me, no
You falsely believe that you have dominance over my feelings and decisions.
But you don't but you don't
The reality is, you lack any real control over my feelings or choices.
I gave you everything you ever wanted
I've sacrificed my needs to satisfy yours in our relationship.
You left me behind
You made a choice to walk away without any regard for our history.
Now you wanna come back and jump on it
You're looking to return and benefit from my emotional investment.
No, not, not this time
This time, I stand firm in my decision not to let you back into my life.
If you runaway, runaway
If you're going to retreat, own that decision fully.
Don't tell me that you want
Avoid making appeals for my attention or affection.
Don't tell me that you want me back
Do not express a desire to return to me; it's not welcomed.
If you runaway, runaway
If you decide to leave, then embrace that choice without hesitation.
Don't tell me that you want
There is no need to declare what you want from this situation.
Don't tell me that you want me back
Any desire to return is not something I am interested in hearing.
You could go
You have the option to leave freely without any complications.
You could stay
You also have the choice to remain, should you decide it fits you.
But you should know
It's important for you to understand the implications of your choices.
If you runaway, runaway
If you are set on leaving, be clear about it and take responsibility.
Don't tell me that you want
Eliminate any expressions of your desires regarding our relationship.
Don't tell me that you want me back
It's pointless to communicate any wish for reconnection at this stage.
If you runaway, runaway
Should you decide to escape, own that decision without regret.
Don't tell me that you want
Steer clear of any declarations of what you desire from me.
Don't tell me that you want me back
Expressing a wish to return is unwelcome and should not be mentioned.
You could go
You are free to make your own choices about staying or leaving.
You could stay
You also have the option to remain if that's what you truly desire.
But you should know
It’s crucial for you to realize the potential consequences of your decisions.
If you runaway, runaway
If you intend to flee from the situation, make that choice clear.
Don't tell me that you want
Do not communicate any longing or desire for reconciliation.
Don't tell me that you want me back
There is no need to voice your intention of wanting to return.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, O/B/O DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ari Leff, Emma Lov Block, Eric Nam, Flow Blow, Jackson Foote, Jay Jangup Kim, Michael Pollack
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@paulinam1417
I love how Runaway korean version is about sweet love and romance and running away together and English version it's about the girl leaving. Eric who hurt you?!!!!
@mystarx6919
Probably Solar 😭
@indahmuslimawati
@@mystarx6919 😭😭😭
@irenes6thsense502
I still watch we got married and still wish them to get together 😭
@AdzBala
And the background music Is slightly different
@mystarx6919
@@irenes6thsense502 Me too, and it makes me really sad to see how they are now 😭
@huhhrika
This makes me want to runaway with my non existent boyfriend
@taegi_biased9291
Mood 😂
@Ljhv
Omg same
@lean.3153
Same