Run Rumspringa
Alex Winston Lyrics
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The grain in my veins, well ya needs a taste
And if I return, I shall obey
No sooner than that will you see my face
Cos once I’m out I’m on my own (think before you throw your stones)
Once I’m out I’m on my own (think before you throw ‘em)
In the world you said to me was wrong
The world you said I don’t belong
I will sever off, cut the loss and go
And I don’t know if I’m sad and I
I will carry on, cut you off and go
I will run, run, run rumspringa
Just for the sake, rebel mistakes
Left you with dust to hold my place
And if I return, I shall obey
I circle my thumbs and curse the day that
I was out and on my own (I think before you throw your stones)
That I was out and on my own (think before you throw ‘em)
In the world you said to me was wrong
The world you said I don’t belong
I don’t need bad and all
I will sever off, cut the loss and go
And I don’t know if I’m sad and I
I will carry on, cut you off and go
I don’t need you bad and all
I will sever off, cut the loss and go
And I don’t know if I’m sad and I
I will carry on, cut you off and go
I will run, run, run rumspringa
I don’t need you bad and all x4
The lyrics of Alex Winston's "Run Rumspringa" are about breaking away from societal expectations and exploring one's own identity. Rumspringa is a period during adolescence in some Amish communities, where children can live outside of the community's rules and expectations to explore and decide whether they want to fully commit to the Amish lifestyle or not. The song draws parallels between the singer's desire to break free and explore, and the tradition of Rumspringa.
The first verse speaks of the singer's desire to be forgiven for their impulsiveness, the urge to explore and push boundaries that is inside their very being. They are willing to return and obey, but only after having had a taste of what the world has to offer. The chorus repeats the line, "Once I'm out I'm on my own," emphasizing the singer's desire for independence from those who have set these societal expectations for them. The second verse continues this theme of severing ties and cutting losses, even if it means feeling sad or alone. In the end, the song celebrates the singer's desire to run, run, run rumspringa, to rebel and make mistakes, to be free from the oppression of societal norms, and to discover their own identity.
Line by Line Meaning
Beloved forgive, before the haste
Asking for forgiveness before hastily making a decision
The grain in my veins, well ya needs a taste
Feeling compelled to experience something new and exciting
And if I return, I shall obey
No sooner than that will you see my face
Promising to follow the rules upon returning, but not until then
Cos once I’m out I’m on my own (think before you throw your stones)
Once I’m out I’m on my own (think before you throw ‘em)
Acknowledging the consequences of leaving and making decisions for oneself
In the world you said to me was wrong
The world you said I don’t belong
Rejecting societal norms and expectations
I don’t need you bad and all
I will sever off, cut the loss and go
Independently moving on from those who do not support or understand your choices
And I don’t know if I’m sad and I
I will carry on, cut you off and go
Uncertain about emotions, but continuing to move forward
I will run, run, run rumspringa
Just for the sake, rebel mistakes
Left you with dust to hold my place
Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and taking risks, even if it means leaving others behind
I circle my thumbs and curse the day that
I was out and on my own (I think before you throw your stones)
That I was out and on my own (think before you throw ‘em)
Reflecting on the difficulties of being independent and facing criticism from others
I don’t need you bad and all x4
Reaffirming the decision to cut ties and move on alone
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