Running Up That Hill
Crypto Lyrics
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If I only could, oh
[Verse 1]
It doesn't hurt me (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Do you want to feel how it feels? (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Do you want to know, know that it doesn't hurt me? (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Do you want to hear about the deal that I'm making? (yo, you hoo)
[Pre-Chorus]
It's you and me
[Chorus]
And if I only could
I'd make a deal with God
And I'd get him to swap our places
Be running up that road
Be running up that hill
Be running up that building
Say, if I only could, oh
Say, if I only could, oh
[Verse 2]
You don't wanna hurt me (Ye-yeah, yeah)
But see how deep the bullet lies (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Unaware, I'm tearing you asunder (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Oh, there is thunder in our hearts (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Is there so much hate for the ones we love? (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Oh, tell me, we both matter, don't we? (yo, you hoo)
[Pre-Chorus]
It's you and me
It's you and me, won't be unhappy
[Chorus]
And if I only could
I'd make a deal with God
And I'd get him to swap our places
Be running up that road
Be running up that hill
Be running up that building
Say, if I only could, oh
Say, if I only could, oh
The lyrics to "Running Up That Hill" by Crypto convey a deep sense of longing, frustration, and the desire for change. The song presents a person who is seeking a profound transformation in their life, wishing to understand and experience the perspective of another person, perhaps a loved one or someone they are in conflict with.
The first verse highlights the singer's emotional resilience, indicating that they are not easily hurt. They invite the listener to imagine what it feels like to be in their position, questioning if they truly want to know that their actions or words don't cause them pain. The line "Do you want to hear about the deal that I'm making?" suggests that the singer is willing to make a difficult arrangement or compromise to resolve their situation.
The pre-chorus acknowledges the connection between the singer and the person they are addressing. It implies that they are in this together and signifies a certain level of mutual understanding.
The chorus is the most powerful and emotional part of the song. The singer expresses a longing to switch places with a higher power, symbolized by God, in order to overcome obstacles and challenges. The image of "running up that road, running up that hill, running up that building" represents the uphill battle the singer is facing. They convey their desire and desperation to change their circumstances, wishing they could do whatever it takes to achieve their objectives.
In the second verse, the singer acknowledges that the other person does not intend to harm them. However, they emphasize the deep emotional impact of the situation by using the metaphor of a bullet that lies within them, causing hidden pain. They express their confusion and distress, tearing them apart. The line "Is there so much hate for the ones we love?" suggests a contradiction where those closest to us can sometimes be the source of our greatest struggles. The plea for validation in the line "Oh, tell me, we both matter, don't we?" reveals a desire for acknowledgment and the longing for an equal and loving relationship.
Overall, "Running Up That Hill" explores themes of empathy, resilience, frustration, and the yearning for change. It showcases the complexities of relationships and the internal struggles we face when trying to navigate difficult situations and emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
If I only could, oh
Expressing the longing to have the ability or power to do something
It doesn't hurt me (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Indicating that the situation or circumstance does not cause emotional pain or distress
Do you want to feel how it feels? (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Posing the question of whether the person wants to experience the same emotions or sensations
Do you want to know, know that it doesn't hurt me? (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Asking if the person wants to understand and acknowledge that the situation does not cause pain
Do you want to hear about the deal that I'm making? (yo, you hoo)
Inviting the listener to learn about the agreement or arrangement being negotiated
It's you and me
Emphasizing the presence and significance of the relationship between two individuals
And if I only could
Highlighting the desire to possess the ability or power to do something
I'd make a deal with God
Expressing the intention to negotiate an agreement with a higher power
And I'd get him to swap our places
Desiring to exchange positions or circumstances with another person with the help of God
Be running up that road
Imagining the act of sprinting or progressing energetically along a particular path
Be running up that hill
Visualizing the act of exerting effort and overcoming challenges in order to reach a higher point
Be running up that building
Envisioning the act of ascending a tall structure through physical exertion
Say, if I only could, oh
Expressing the recurring desire to possess the ability or power to do something
You don't wanna hurt me (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Acknowledging the other person's reluctance or unwillingness to cause harm or pain
But see how deep the bullet lies (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Pointing out the hidden emotional impact or severity of a particular situation
Unaware, I'm tearing you asunder (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Unknowingly and unintentionally causing significant emotional distress or separation
Oh, there is thunder in our hearts (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Highlighting the intense and passionate emotions felt within the relationship
Is there so much hate for the ones we love? (Ye-yeah, yeah)
Questioning the presence of excessive hostility or animosity towards the people we care about
Oh, tell me, we both matter, don't we? (yo, you hoo)
Seeking reassurance and affirmation that both individuals in the relationship hold importance and value
It's you and me, won't be unhappy
Reaffirming the strong bond and commitment between the two individuals, ensuring happiness
And if I only could
Reiterating the desire to possess the ability or power to do something
I'd make a deal with God
Continuing the intention to negotiate an agreement with a higher power
And I'd get him to swap our places
Persisting in the desire to exchange positions or circumstances with another person with the help of God
Be running up that road
Maintaining the visualization of energetically progressing along a particular path
Be running up that hill
Continuing to portray the effort and determination required to overcome challenges and reach a higher point
Be running up that building
Persevering in the imagining of ascending a tall structure through physical exertion
Say, if I only could, oh
Restating the recurring desire to possess the ability or power to do something
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kate Bush
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Collected Vibes
[Intro]
If I only could, ohh
[Verse 1]
It doesn't hurt me
(Ye-yeah, yeah)
Do you want to feel how it feels
(Ye-yeah, yeah)
Do you want to know, know that it doesn't hurt me
(Ye-yeah, yeah)
Do you want to hear about the deal that I'm making
(yeah, yeah)
[Pre-Chorus]
You (ohh)
It's you and me
[Chorus]
And if I only could
I'd make a deal with God
And get him to swap our places
Be running up that road
Be running up that hill
Be running up that building
[Drop]
Say if I only could, ohh
Say if I only could, ohh
[Verse 2]
You don't want to hurt me
(Ye-yeah, yeah)
But see how deep the bullet lies
(Ye-yeah, yeah)
Unaware, I'm tearing you asunder
(Ye-yeah, yeah)
there is thunder in our hearts
(Ye-yeah, yeah)
Is there so much hate for the ones we love
(Ye-yeah, yeah)
Oh tell me, we both matter, don't we
(yeah, yeah)
[Pre-Chorus]
You (ohh)
(yeah, yeah, you)
It's you and me
It's you and me, won't be unhappy
[Chorus]
And if I only could
I'd make a deal with God
And get him to swap our places
Be running up that road
Be running up that hill
Be running up that building
[Outro-Drop]
Say if I only could, ohh
Say if I only could, ohh
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I did, three days ago π₯Ήπ«
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me
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I'd just started the first episode and season one. Because of this song.
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I finished season 4 the day it released!
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& nowhere else
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