Running From the Light
Buckethead & Friends Lyrics
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With the love I run to find
Truth is spoken, still I'm broken
Live to see the promise shine
Running, running, running
Running, running, running
Running, running, running
Running, running, running
Running, running, running
Running, running, running
Running, running, running
In the shadow of an angel (I can go)
With the promise of the light (anywhere)
In the darkness of the doorway
In the burning of the night (anywhere)
I've reached, I've reached, a turning point
God knows where to lead me
The love is all I have
I've reached, I've reached, a turning point
And God knows where it leads, gone from you
Running, running, running
Running, running, running
If the angel should awaken
With the love I run to find
Truth is spoken, still I'm broken
Live to see the promise shine
I can never let this go
I've reached, I've reached, a turning point
God knows where to lead me
The love is all I have
I've reached, I've reached, a turning point
And God knows where it leads, gone from you
I've reached, I've reached, a turning point
God knows where to lead me
The love is all I have
I've reached, I've reached, a turning point
And God knows where it leads, gone from you
If the angel should awaken
With the love I run to find
Truth is spoken, still I'm broken
Live to see the promise shine
The promise shine the promise shine
The lyrics of "Running From The Light" by Buckethead/Ejigayehu evoke a sense of longing, search for truth, and the inner turmoil that comes with it. The mention of an awakening angel suggests a spiritual awakening or a moment of divine intervention. The singer feels compelled to run towards this love, symbolizing their desire to connect with something greater than themselves. However, despite the truth being spoken, the singer remains broken, indicating that they still feel incomplete or lost.
The repetition of "Running, running, running" emphasizes the urgency and persistence in the singer's search for meaning and fulfillment. It conveys a sense of restlessness and the need to keep moving forward. The mention of darkness and burning night in the second verse adds to the overall mood of struggle and perseverance.
The chorus reveals that the singer has reached a turning point in their journey. They acknowledge that only love remains in their possession, suggesting that love is their guiding force and source of strength. They are uncertain where this turning point will lead them, but they trust in a higher power, as indicated by the mention of God. The repetition of "I've reached, I've reached, a turning point" further emphasizes the significance and impact of this moment.
Overall, "Running From The Light" delves into themes of spiritual awakening, the search for truth, and the transformative power of love. It explores the complexity of human emotions and the resilience needed to face personal struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
If the angel should awaken
In the event that the angel becomes aware
With the love I run to find
In pursuit of the love that I seek
Truth is spoken, still I'm broken
Although the truth is revealed, I remain emotionally damaged
Live to see the promise shine
Exist to witness the fulfillment of the promise
Running, running, running
Continuously moving and striving
In the shadow of an angel (I can go)
In the presence or influence of an angel (I am able to continue)
With the promise of the light (anywhere)
Carrying the assurance of enlightenment (no matter where)
In the darkness of the doorway
In the obscurity of the entrance
In the burning of the night (anywhere)
In the intense heat of the night (regardless of location)
I've reached, I've reached, a turning point
I have arrived at a significant moment of change
God knows where to lead me
Divine guidance knows the path I should follow
The love is all I have
Love is the only thing I possess
And God knows where it leads, gone from you
And divinity understands where it will take me, separated from you
I can never let this go
I am unable to release or abandon this
The promise shine the promise shine
The light of the promise, the light of the promise
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Dan Monti, Ejigayehu Shibabaw, Maura Davis, Buckethead
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