His influences include fellow Hawaiian Bruno Mars, the Soul Train era, and J. Cole while his combination of message and music—in the great tradition of Sam Cooke and Marvin Gaye—is captivating listeners at a rapid pace.
His single ‘Sweet Tooth Baby’ was selected for Spotify’s New Music Friday playlist, he’s been featured on iHeartRadio, in EARMILK and numerous Hawaiian online publications, and he’s played shows at The PlayStation Theatre at Times Square, The Novo DTLA, and at The Republik in Honolulu.
Ark Woods is defining what artist development means in 2020. Through his partnership with Acme Music, he is continuing to refine his sound and find his audience in an industry that traditionally neglects creative growth.
Runnin'
Ark Woods Lyrics
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I don’t understand
I don’t mean to be dismissive But I think I see the plan
I’d rather be lonely
Than to deal with you again
I would say we could be homies But that ain’t in the plan
baby wassup
i hit her with the “baby lemme get u out the club” she actin like whatever, but she said i was the one too bad she was a THOT, and i was just the plug
went from bein xo-xo
next minute she like “hell no, u broke”
she went from givin me that good throat, backstrokes to bein so cold i need ten coats, oh no-o-o-o-o
girl you got me runnin, runnin, runnin for my health girl you got me runnin, runnin, runnin from your hell and i don’t know which way to go
but im movin way too slow
i feel like im runnin, runnin, runnin for my life till my feet are bloody like im runnin on a knife baby baby say it aint so
but i think you need to know
that im so sick - and tired - of all of your shit
Delusional, you think you that bitch
don’t need - a light - to see - that you - SWITCHED
should’ve seen it from a mile away
that im so sick - and tired - of all - of your shit
Delusional, you think you that bitch
don’t need - a light - to see - that you - SWITCHED
SO IM RUNNIN, RUNNIN, YEAH, RUNNIN, RUNNIN YEAH
Why you always wasted?
on that fake shit
Always feinting,
Holy, not a angel more like satan
Word tho merci dat throat
Running on my mind
Speed date running through plates
Also out of time
Mj with the white dude cause that girl is mine
You know I’m good for you won’t waste yo time
100% follow through on my crimes
Stealing your heart the thing that’s on my mind
Yeah I think I’m running running running out of health, woh I’m just wanting you and nothing else I’m craving for a taste under yo belt we go under sheets and underneath I feel yo wealth but I love the way I feel when I’m just by myself everybody change the way look it’s like a spell, the way you keep it real is yo appeal and nothing else. Will we become a thing or will I take another L damn
girl you got me runnin, runnin, runnin for my health girl you got me runnin, runnin, runnin from your hell and i don’t know which way to go
but im movin way too slow
i feel like im runnin, runnin, runnin for my life
till my feet are bloody like im runnin on a knife baby baby say it aint so
but i think you need to know
that im so sick - and tired - of all of your shit
Delusional, you think you that bitch
don’t need - a light - to see - that you - SWITCHED
should’ve seen it from a mile away
that im so sick - and tired - of all - of your shit
Delusional, you think you that bitch
don’t need - a light - to see - that you - SWITCHED
SO IM RUNNIN, RUNNIN, YEAH, RUNNIN, RUNNIN YEAH
The song "Runnin'" by Ark Woods is about a tumultuous romantic relationship that began as a fling through social media. The singer expresses confusion over the change in the behavior of their partner and their desire to move on from the toxic relationship. The song begins with the singer trying to understand why their partner is acting differently towards them. They reflect on the fact that they would rather be lonely than stay in a harmful relationship. The singer acknowledges that they initially met through a direct message, but their partner's behavior changed quickly. The singer claims that their partner went from loving and affectionate to cold and distant. The chorus repeats the line "you got me runnin'" which suggests that the singer is trying to escape this relationship. They feel like they are running for their life and that their partner has caused them to lose their sense of direction.
The second verse of the song is from the perspective of the singer's partner. They describe themselves as always being wasted and fake, leading them to feel like they are not an angel but more like Satan. The partner describes the initial attraction to the singer, noting that they appreciated the attention they received. However, as the relationship progresses, they acknowledge the time constraints and their inability to commit. Despite this, they still crave the physical connection they share with the singer.
Overall, "Runnin'" by Ark Woods is a story of a turbulent relationship that began as a brief encounter through social media. The song speaks to the confusion, frustration, and deception that can arise from unhealthy relationships. The use of the repetition in the chorus emphasizes the idea that the singer feels trapped and unable to escape the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Why u actin different
I don't understand why you are behaving differently from before.
I don’t mean to be dismissive But I think I see the plan
I don't want to sound rude, but I think I know your intentions.
I’d rather be lonely Than to deal with you again
I prefer solitude over interacting with you again.
I would say we could be homies But that ain’t in the plan
I would suggest being friends, but it seems like that's not your intention.
girl you got me runnin, runnin, runnin for my health girl you got me runnin, runnin, runnin from your hell and i don’t know which way to go but im movin way too slow
You are causing me to run away from danger, but I am having a hard time deciding which direction to take and I am not moving quickly enough.
that im so sick - and tired - of all of your shit Delusional, you think you that bitch don’t need - a light - to see - that you - SWITCHED
I am exhausted by your behavior and your belief that you are superior. It is easy to see that you have changed.
SO IM RUNNIN, RUNNIN, YEAH, RUNNIN, RUNNIN YEAH
I am running away as fast as I can.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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@adrianramirez571
Nah, but how is this mans music not up there. Ark Woods is one of the most underrated singers in the up-and-coming. Hope for the best Ark Woods, Much Love.
@waffletitan4394
Bros way to underrated, this man and his kinda music needs more recognition.
@reddjustaguy1598
My dude!!! Gonna be boomin this song at my bar!
@danielcarrasco9090
8
@StiekemeHenk
A true bop
@worldimagined
Good vibes bro
@Collin5468
🔥🔥🔥love it
@JavierRuiz-kb2uv
🔥🔥🔥
@rarecandy2437
808!
@roserosemblitz460
fireee 🔥