Growing up in small town Georgia, young Austin French dreamed of writing so… Read Full Bio ↴Growing up in small town Georgia, young Austin French dreamed of writing songs as a means to share his faith and passion for Jesus. Being surrounded by a musical family gave him the opportunity to grow towards that goal. As he began to develop his gifts, Austin began touring while in high school, taking his music to stages, churches, and anyone who would listen.

At the age of eighteen, Austin began leading at Journey Church in Tifton, Georgia and eventually became their full-time worship pastor. In 2014, Austin French was featured on the ABC TV show Rising Star, where he won the hearts of millions of viewers – including guest judges Ludacris, Ke$ha, and Brad Paisley. Austin French competed his way to the finale, finished as the runner-up on the show, and had the opportunity to share the stage with multi-platinum recording artist, Josh Groban.

After his success on Rising Star, Austin French served as worship pastor at The Avenue Church in Delray Beach, Florida. Austin French and his wife Joscelyn currently live in Nashville with their sons Coleman and Owen. After signing with Fair Trade in early 2017, he began working on his debut album – which will release early summer next year.

Love Runs Out
Austin French Lyrics

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I'll be your light, your match, your burning sun,
I'll be the bright, and black, that's making you run.
And I feel alright, and we'll feel alright,
'Cause we'll work it out, yeah we'll work it out.
I'll be doin' this, if you ever doubt,
'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.

I'll be your ghost, your game, your stadium.

I'll be your fifty thousand clapping like one
And I feel alright, and I feel alright,
'Cause I worked it out, yeah I worked it out.
I'll be doin' this, if you ever doubt,
'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.

I got my mind made up and I can't let go.
I'm killing every second 'til it sees my soul.
I'll be running, I'll be running,
'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.
And we'll start a fire, and we'll shut it down,
'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.

There's a maniac out in front of me.
Got an angel on my shoulder, and Mephistopheles.
My momma raised me good, momma raised me right.
Momma said "do what you want, say prayers at night",
And I'm saying them, cause I'm so devout.
'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out, yeah.

I got my mind made up and I can't let go.
I'm killing every second 'til it sees my soul.
I'll be running, I'll be running,
'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.
And we'll start a fire, and we'll shut it down,
'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.

Ooh, we all want the same thing.
Ooh, we all run for something.
Oh for God, for fate,
For love, for hate,
For gold, and rust,
For diamonds, and dust.

I'll be our light, your match, your burning sun,
I'll be the bright and black that's making you run.
I got my mind made up and I can't let go.
I'm killing every second 'til it sees my soul.
I'll be running, I'll be running,
'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.
And we'll start a fire, and we'll shut it down,
'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.

I'll be your light, your match, your burning sun,
I'll be the bright and black that's making you run.
And I feel alright, and we'll feel alright,
'Cause we'll work it out, yeah we'll work it out.
And we'll start a fire, and we'll shut it down,

'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.
'Til the love runs out.

Overall Meaning

In Austin French's song "Love Runs Out," he sings about an all-consuming love that drives him to be there for the person he loves, no matter what. The lyrics "I'll be your light, your match, your burning sun, I'll be the bright, and black, that's making you run" describe French's willingness to be whatever the person needs, whether it's a source of comfort or a driving force to pursue their dreams. French goes on to express his determination to keep the love alive, stating that he will keep running until it runs out. The repetition of this phrase reinforces just how committed he is to this relationship.

Throughout the song, French uses vivid imagery to paint a picture of his devotion to the person he loves. He envisions himself as a "ghost, game, and stadium," representing his desire to be there for his partner in every way imaginable. He also references the angel and devil on his shoulders, symbolizing the constant battle between good and evil that he faces in his quest to keep the love alive.

Overall, "Love Runs Out" is a passionate and romantic anthem that speaks to the lengths we will go to keep the love of our lives close. French's voice is raw and emotional, and the lyrics are powerful and thought-provoking. It's a song that will resonate with anyone who has ever been in love.

Line by Line Meaning

I'll be your light, your match, your burning sun,
I will be your source of light, your equal in strength, and your intense passion.

I'll be the bright, and black, that's making you run.
I will be the contrast - both the shining light and the dark shadow that propel you forward.

And I feel alright, and we'll feel alright,
We will be okay, and we will feel okay, because we will work things out together.

'Cause we'll work it out, yeah we'll work it out.
We will put in the effort and find a way to make things work no matter the circumstance.

I'll be doin' this, if you ever doubt,
I will do everything in my power to prove myself if you ever question me.

'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.
I will continue to love and care for you until it is no longer possible.

I'll be your ghost, your game, your stadium.
I will exist in your life like a ghost, be your support like the floor of a stadium, and playful like a game.

I'll be your fifty thousand clapping like one.
I will be your constant support, like a stadium with fifty-thousand cheering fans clapping as one.

I'll be doin' this, if you ever doubt,
I will prove myself to you if there's ever any doubt about my commitment.

'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.
I will keep loving you until it is no longer possible.

I got my mind made up and I can't let go.
I have already made up my mind about loving you and can't let go of those feelings.

I'm killing every second 'til it sees my soul.
I am putting in effort every moment of every day until you understand the depths of my love for you.

And we'll start a fire, and we'll shut it down,
We will ignite passion and a strong connection between us, and nothing will ever be able to put it out or get in the way of it, we will shut it down.

'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.
I will continue to love you with every fiber of my being until it is no longer possible.

There's a maniac out in front of me.
There's someone threatening chaos and insanity in front of me

Got an angel on my shoulder, and Mephistopheles.
I am torn between the good path and the evil path, and I feel like I'm being watched by both an angel and a devil representing the choices I could make.

My momma raised me good, momma raised me right.
My mother instilled good values and morals in me while raising me well.

Momma said 'do what you want, say prayers at night'
My mother always advised to do everything and anything I want, but to always keep religion close to my heart by praying every night.

And I'm saying them, cause I'm so devout.
I follow my mother's advice and remain devoted to my religious beliefs.

'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out, yeah.
I will keep loving you until it is no longer possible.

Ooh, we all want the same thing.
We all desire the same basic things in life, including love, happiness, and contentment.

Ooh, we all run for something.
Everyone strives to reach a goal, to obtain something that makes them feel accomplished.

Oh for God, for fate, For love, for hate, For gold, and rust, For diamonds, and dust.
We all run in pursuit of different goals, whether it is to gain love, for fate, or even for riches, our desires and goals are distinct.

'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.
I will keep loving you until it is no longer possible.

I'll be your light, your match, your burning sun,
I will be your source of light even if you can’t see through the dark, your equal in strength, and your intense passion.

And I feel alright, and we'll feel alright,
We will be okay, and we will feel okay, because we will work things out together.

And we'll start a fire, and we'll shut it down,
We will ignite passion and love between us, and nothing will ever be able to put it out or get in the way of it, we will shut it down.

'Til the love runs out, 'til the love runs out.
I will keep loving you until it is no longer possible.

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RYAN TEDDER, EDDIE FISHER, ZACH FILKINS, DREW BROWN, BRENT KUTZLE

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