“Cafuné” is a Brazilian-Portuguese word that translates to “the act of runn… Read Full Bio ↴“Cafuné” is a Brazilian-Portuguese word that translates to “the act of running your fingers through a loved one’s hair.” When Sedona and Noah Yoo came upon the word while looking for a name for their college project in Brooklyn, they never anticipated that their 2015 EP "Love Songs for Other People" would connect with a Brazilian fanbase a continent away. Those listeners’ continued passion was the spark to continue on. Throughout their debut album "Running", Cafuné embrace their blend of alternative pop, soft rock, and shoegaze, anchored by Sedona’s dreamy vocals.

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Runaways
Cafuné Lyrics

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I've seen all I wanted to say
And I'm green, but I've seen all the days inside
I'm breathing in dust, yeah, I'm breathing in dust
Feels like night when I start the day
I can sleep, but I wanted to wait
I keep on breathing in dust, I'm breathing in dust
I must've had lust, yeah, I must've had lust
For the life way out at sea

Say I'm sorry
But I'm running away, I'm running away
I'm up under the edge, all the words that you said
All are running away, running away
I'm gone for awhile, but babe
You've got moments we both can save
For we've been breathing in dust; I don't want to; I must
Still was cloudy, there's still a haze
Give me some time for always
We've been breathing in dust; yeah, we're breathing in dust
I'm on the edge, I just, I just need a heart
A bleeding heart I can trust
Say I'm sorry
But I'm running away, I'm running away
I'm up under the edge, all the words that you said
All are running away, I'm running away
I'm sorry
But I'm running away, I'm running away
I'm up under the edge, all the words that you said
All are running away, they're running away
Give me time, I got a long, long way
I don't mind if you come, but you can't stay
I can't hit rewind for those days I never chased my fear away
Say I'm sorry
But I'm running away, I'm running away
I'm up under the edge, all the words that you said
All are running away, I'm running away
I'm sorry
But I'm running away, I'm running away
I'm up under the edge, all the words that you said
All are running away, they're running away
Say I'm sorry
But I'm running away, I'm running away

I'm up under the edge, all the words that you said
All are running away, I'm running away

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Caféuné's song, "Runaways," are personal and reflective, suggesting a desire to escape from the restrictions of daily life. The first verse describes a sense of weariness and disillusionment: "I've seen all I wanted to say/And I'm green, but I've seen all the days inside." Despite feeling trapped, the singer acknowledges that they must keep going: "I keep on breathing in dust, I'm breathing in dust."

The chorus reflects a desire to run away, leaving behind the things that hold the singer back: "Say I'm sorry/But I'm running away, I'm running away/I'm up under the edge, all the words that you said/All are running away, running away." The idea of running away is presented as a type of release or liberation from the constraints of the past.

The second verse continues this theme of longing for escape, with the singer suggesting that they "must've had lust/For the life way out at sea." This is followed by a plea for forgiveness: "Give me some time for always." The chorus repeats, emphasizing the desire to move forward and leave the past behind.

Overall, "Runaways" is a song about the human desire for change and the hope for something better. It speaks to the universal experience of feeling weighed down by life and searching for a way to break free.

Line by Line Meaning

I've seen all I wanted to say
I've expressed everything I wanted to communicate

And I'm green, but I've seen all the days inside
I may be young and inexperienced, but I feel like I have experienced a lot inwardly

I'm breathing in dust, yeah, I'm breathing in dust
I feel like I'm suffocating and struggling to breathe

Feels like night when I start the day
Everything feels dark and hopeless no matter how new the day is

I can sleep, but I wanted to wait
I can ignore my problems temporarily, but I know they'll catch up to me eventually

I keep on breathing in dust, I'm breathing in dust
I can't escape my struggles and they continue to weigh me down

I must've had lust, yeah, I must've had lust
I must have desired something different from what I have now

For the life way out at sea
I yearn for a life far away from my current struggles

Say I'm sorry
I apologize

But I'm running away, I'm running away
I need to escape my current situation to look for something new

I'm up under the edge, all the words that you said All are running away, running away
Your words are starting to fade away into the background and I'm ready to leave them behind

I'm gone for awhile, but babe You've got moments we both can save
I need time to figure things out, but we still have moments we can enjoy and cherish together

Still was cloudy, there's still a haze
There's still confusion and uncertainty in my mind

Give me some time for always
I need time to figure things out indefinitely

I'm on the edge, I just, I just need a heart A bleeding heart I can trust
I'm in a vulnerable state and need someone I can confide in and rely on

Give me time, I got a long, long way I don't mind if you come, but you can't stay
I need time and distance to work through things, but I still value your presence even if it can't be permanent

I can't hit rewind for those days I never chased my fear away
I regret not facing my fears and taking action in the past

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