Escape
30 Seconds to Mars/Musicfire.in Lyrics


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I met up with an acrobat
In Brooklyn or some place like that
With life and taxis flying past
We tore that dance hall down

Pocket change and subway cars
Our big ideas filled empty bars
You might be from the moon or mars
Either way, I'm never going home

So, let's hang an anchor from the sun
There’s a million city lights but

You're number one
You're the reason I’m still
Up at dawn
Just to see your face
We'll be going strong
With the vampires, baby
We belong, we belong awake

Swinging from the fire escape

I was drinking from the wishing well
Some junkie metal-head hotel
When we boarded the carousel
The roof was caving in

On the stage my Oxblood friend
Was singing songs about the end
The bankers in the lion's den
Were dropping lines like beggars in the snow

So, let's hang an anchor from the sun
There’s a million city lights but

You're number one
You're the reason I’m still
Up at dawn
Just to see your face
We'll be going strong
With the vampires, baby
We belong, we belong awake

Swinging from the fire escape
Swinging from the fire escape
Swinging from the fire escape

Walking home your hand in mine
Tattoos on the river line
The morning birds are taking flight
Either way I thought that you should know

You're my number one
You're the reason I’m still
Up at dawn
Just to see your face
We'll be going strong
With the vampires, baby
We belong, we belong awake

You're my number one
You're the reason I’m still
Up at dawn
Just to see your face
We'll be going strong
With the vampires, baby
We belong, we belong awake

Swinging from the fire escape
Swinging from the fire escape




Swinging from the fire escape
Swinging from the fire escape

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Escape" by 30 Seconds to Mars/Musicfire.in tell the story of a wild night out in Brooklyn, filled with spontaneous adventure, love, and connection. It's about living in the moment, forgetting about the past or future, and finding freedom in the chaos of the city. The first verse describes meeting an acrobat, most likely a metaphor for someone who is free-spirited and daring. The two of them dance the night away in a crowded and bustling dance hall, despite the chaos of life around them. The chorus expresses the singer's infatuation with this person and their desire to hang onto this euphoria forever. The second verse finds the singer in another random and crazy location - a junkie metal-head hotel. Here, they board a carousel and watch a performance by an Oxblood friend while wealthy bankers watch them from the sidelines. The lyrics continue to express the singer's deep affection for this person, no matter how wild or unpredictable their adventures might be.


Overall, "Escape" is a song that is about letting go of conventions and enjoying the wild ride of life. It's about seeking out adventure, finding beauty in chaos, and connecting with someone on a deeper level. The chorus is the most important part of the song, as it reinforces the central message of the song - that no matter what happens, the singer and their lover will always be number one to each other.


Line by Line Meaning

I met up with an acrobat
I encountered someone with the ability to perform impressive physical feats


In Brooklyn or some place like that
It was in a location similar to Brooklyn, but not necessarily in that specific neighborhood


With life and taxis flying past
The fast-paced and hectic environment was shaped by the rush of cars and people in motion


We tore that dance hall down
We had an intense and amazing time dancing, with the energy and excitement building before finally reaching a climax


Pocket change and subway cars
We didn't have much money and were using public transportation to get around


Our big ideas filled empty bars
Despite the lack of people in the bars we visited, we were still brimming with creativity and ambition


You might be from the moon or mars
You are so unique and different that you could be from another planet entirely


Either way, I'm never going home
I am so happy and fulfilled in this moment with you that I never want to leave or go back to my normal routine


So, let's hang an anchor from the sun
Let's do something that seems impossible or absurd, like anchoring something to the sun


There’s a million city lights but You're number one
Despite the immense amount of distractions and people around us, you are still the most important thing to me


You're the reason I’m still Up at dawn Just to see your face
I am so entranced and in love with you that I will make an effort to see you no matter the hour or circumstance


We'll be going strong With the vampires, baby We belong, we belong awake
We are part of a unique and unconventional group, but we still fit in and thrive in our own way


Swinging from the fire escape
We are living in the moment and taking part in some wild, spontaneous activity


I was drinking from the wishing well
I was trying to make my hopes and dreams come true, possibly in a naïve or unrealistic way


Some junkie metal-head hotel
I was staying in a rundown and shady hotel, possibly filled with people who were using drugs


When we boarded the carousel
We joined in on something that was already in motion, possibly something that seemed fun or exciting in the moment


The roof was caving in
The environment was starting to feel unstable and dangerous, possibly indicating that things were spiraling out of control


On the stage my Oxblood friend Was singing songs about the end
Someone I knew who was passionate about a certain cause or message was using music to share their beliefs


The bankers in the lion's den Were dropping lines like beggars in the snow
People who were in positions of power and authority were still experiencing challenges and struggles


Walking home your hand in mine
We were leaving a certain place or situation and focusing on the connection between us


Tattoos on the river line
We were in a location near a body of water, possibly admiring some unique tattoos or art


The morning birds are taking flight
We were observing the start of a new day and the beginning of something new and exciting


Either way I thought that you should know
I wanted to share my feelings with you and express how much you mean to me


Swinging from the fire escape
We are living in the moment and taking part in some wild, spontaneous activity


You're my number one
You are the most important and significant thing in my life


We'll be going strong With the vampires, baby
We are part of a unique and unconventional group, but we still fit in and thrive in our own way


Swinging from the fire escape
We are living in the moment and taking part in some wild, spontaneous activity




Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DEREK A.E. FUHRMANN, ANDREW MCMAHON, DAN OMELIO, GREGG STEVEN WATTENBERG

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