On the Run
Corey Harper Lyrics
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Oh these days, I've been running
Running so hard from your love
But now I'm on the run
I'm living with these questions and dying for the answers
I'll put on my favourite record
And just like tiny dancer you'll dance
Cause i'm on the run from all these city lights
I got my head laying down close to you tonight
Got nowhere to go but far away some place you can't call me
I'm on the run, on the run
I'm on the run from us
There's a house in california recently vacant
Just outside of L.A.
Don't know if I'll make it in time, to catch my flight tonight
My heart aint got no worries
Only a few scratches
And yes im feeling fine
Maybe a bit lonely
But I can make some friends along the way
Cause Im on the run from all these city lights
Got my head laying down close to you tonight
Got nowhere to go but far away some place you can't call me
I'm on the run, on the run
I'm on the run from us
On the run
I'm on the run, this time
The song On The Run by Corey Harper talks about the struggle of running away from love and the past. The line "I don't want to miss out on, things that I hide from" suggests that the singer is hesitant to confront his inner demons and the love he is afraid to commit to. However, he is tired of running and wants to face his fears but is still uncertain of the outcome. The line "I'm living with these questions and dying for the answers" highlights his inner turmoil and the need for closure.
The singer finds solace in music as he puts on his favorite record, and his thoughts are consumed by the person he is trying to escape from. The line "And just like tiny dancer, you'll dance, dance right through my mind" suggests that the person he is running from still occupies his thoughts. He is on the run from the city and wants to escape to someplace where he can start anew, where he can be himself, and not be judged. The lines "Got nowhere to go but far away someplace you can't call me," indicate the need to break free from society's norms and expectations.
In the end, the singer is still on the run as he is uncertain if he'll make it in time to catch his flight. The line "But I can make some friends along the way" highlights the hope of finding new connections despite leaving behind what is familiar. The song leaves the listener with a bittersweet feeling of hope and uncertainty, a feeling that many of us can relate to in our own lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want to miss out on, things that I hide from
I am afraid of missing out on opportunities that I'm hesitant to take.
Oh these days, I've been running
Lately, I've been avoiding my problems.
Running so hard from your love
I am trying to avoid falling in love with you.
But now I'm on the run
Despite trying to avoid things, I am now running away.
I'm living with these questions and dying for the answers
I have many unanswered questions and it's driving me crazy.
I'll put on my favourite record
To cope, I listen to music that I love.
And just like tiny dancer you'll dance
Through my music, I let my mind wander to thoughts of you.
Dance right through my mind
Thoughts of you consume my every thought.
Cause i'm on the run from all these city lights
I am trying to escape the busy environment of city life.
I got my head laying down close to you tonight
Despite wanting to run from love, I am still comforted by thoughts of you.
Got nowhere to go but far away some place you can't call me
I want to go far away where nobody knows me or can contact me.
I'm on the run, on the run
I am constantly running away from things.
I'm on the run from us
I'm trying to escape the possibility of falling in love with you.
There's a house in california recently vacant
There is a vacant house in California that I am considering going to.
Just outside of L.A.
The house is located just outside of Los Angeles.
Don't know if I'll make it in time, to catch my flight tonight
I'm unsure if I'll make it in time to catch my flight to California.
My heart aint got no worries
Despite everything, I am trying to remain calm and unbothered.
Only a few scratches
I have only experienced minor setbacks on my journey so far.
And yes im feeling fine
Despite everything, I am feeling okay.
Maybe a bit lonely
Although I am okay, I may feel lonely at times on this journey.
But I can make some friends along the way
I may find companionship and comfort in people I meet on my journey.
On the run
I am constantly feeling the need to run away from things on this journey.
I'm on the run, this time
This time, I am determined to keep running and avoid the possibility of falling in love with you.
Contributed by Colton K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
jade alexa
Your voice is a gift from God
Sihle Mamutse
corey is seriously an amazing artist . i cannot wait for more music
Sylvain S.
Música fantástica, agradável melodia! Esplendido! <3
paxton1757
Coreys songs will never get old I’ve listen to his songs for over a year now and just 😍😍😍
SNEHA SHARMA
Voice is angelic ✨
Catarina Sofia
All of your songs are excepcional, your voice fits so well. Playlist with your music all day, yay
Lesly Nino
Such an amazing song!❤️
Jonas Eriksson
Amazing music !!
Harel Hekmat
You remind me of John Mayer. I love this kind of music so muchhh. So calming. You are amazing and I love your music,just amazing!!!!! Keep it up. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱
Abhinav Mishra
Don't compare him to Mayer.It's a negative comment.