Getaway
Dev Lyrics


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I wanna take this money, get out of town,
Buy some time, we can make it somehow!
Waiting for a dream to come around
You know me better than that,
Baby I’m not down, down, down!

I left a letter for my sister, and a bottle full of booze
One day I’m gonna love you, too
But for now I’m running oh,
I’m running south, south, south!

You say you better have a way back home
But I know they won’t forget my name back home
Cause they know I’m running oh, I’m running south!

Can you see it on my face, small town girl, never knew my place
So I got first and lined for the race,
People telling me to let your dreams go to waste, waste, waste, waste
But what are dreams if you never sleep?
Now my dreams are life, and this life is sweet
Trippin’ in the lights, a piece of the pie
I think I need a slice, slice, slice, slice

How can I be lost in the dark?
I thought I was walking on stars,
And even if I wanted took a stop
I can’t go back home, cause I came this far,
So can you see it on my face, man?
Are you amazed, the way I make magic in a wasteland
Los Angeles, California
I love you bitch, let me lick you and put a stamp upon you!
A flower blooms, then a bug eats it
I heard a rumor, should I feed it?




I got a secret, can you keep it?
Shh! Listen, listen, listen!

Overall Meaning

The song 'Getaway' by Dev is an introspective look at the singer's desire for a fresh start in life. She wants to leave her small town and live life on her own terms, by chasing her dreams and not letting anyone put them to waste. The song begins with a hint of uncertainty in the singer's voice about whether she can make it happen, but then she reaffirms her determination to succeed. She plans to use the money she has to escape her current situation and start anew. However, she acknowledges that leaving everything behind won't be easy, and she leaves a letter and a bottle of booze for her sister as she departs.


The song's chorus is a declaration of her commitment to pursue her dreams despite everyone else's warnings. She reflects on the pressure she has faced to give up on her dreams and settle for a mundane life, but she decides to continue pursuing her ambitions. The bridge highlights the singer's desires, fears, and the sacrifices that come with chasing one's dreams. Even though she feels lost and unsure of what lies ahead, she's willing to take risks and seize every opportunity to make her life meaningful. The song ends with a hidden message that the singer seems to want to share with a confidant, about a secret she's keeping, and asks them to listen closely.


Line by Line Meaning

I wanna take this money, get out of town,
I want to use my money to leave this place,


Buy some time, we can make it somehow!
If we buy time, we will find a way to survive


Waiting for a dream to come around
Anticipating a better life


You know me better than that,
You are familiar with my desires and intentions,


Baby I’m not down, down, down!
I am not discouraged or without hope,


I left a letter for my sister, and a bottle full of booze
I left something behind for my family,


One day I’m gonna love you, too
I will someday show my affection to you,


But for now I’m running oh,
Currently, I am fleeing,


I’m running south, south, south!
Directing my steps toward a southern direction


You say you better have a way back home
You express concern about me being unable to return home,


But I know they won’t forget my name back home
They will remember me despite my absence,


Cause they know I’m running oh,
My actions signify that I am escaping,


Can you see it on my face, small town girl, never knew my place
My expression shows that I am a small-town person who feels out of place,


So I got first and lined for the race,
So, I positioned myself to start a new life,


People telling me to let your dreams go to waste, waste, waste, waste
Others suggested that I should forget my dreams


But what are dreams if you never sleep?
What is the point of dreams if they are never fulfilled,


Now my dreams are life, and this life is sweet
My dreams have become a reality, and life is good,


Trippin’ in the lights, a piece of the pie
Enjoying the good life and the wealth and success it brings,


I think I need a slice, slice, slice, slice
I think I need even more success and wealth,


How can I be lost in the dark?
How can I be lost when I thought I knew where I was headed,


I thought I was walking on stars,
I thought I was moving towards success and greatness,


And even if I wanted took a stop
Even if I wanted to take a break or stop my journey,


I can’t go back home, cause I came this far,
I cannot return home because I have come too far,


So can you see it on my face, man?
Do you understand what I am feeling just by looking at me,


Are you amazed, the way I make magic in a wasteland
Are you surprised that I can achieve success even in a difficult environment,


Los Angeles, California
I am in Los Angeles, California,


I love you bitch, let me lick you and put a stamp upon you!
This is a vulgar expression of affection and appreciation,


A flower blooms, then a bug eats it
Something beautiful can be destroyed easily,


I heard a rumor, should I feed it?
I heard a rumor, should I pay attention to it,


I got a secret, can you keep it?
I have a secret, can you keep it confidential,


Shh! Listen, listen, listen!
Pay attention, listen carefully,




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DEVIN STARR TAILES, NILES HOLOWELL-DHAR, DAVID SINGER VINE

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Comments from YouTube:

Ekon Amare

This album is so underrated, it’s brilliant, can listen to it from start to finish. Dev was dope af!

Noel R.

I like how the beat switches, and how Dev also switches from singing to rapping. Even after all these years this shit still sounds dope!

Vinicius Ramos

I still love this song πŸ’ŽπŸ‡§πŸ‡·πŸ’š

Miss Miagi

I remember when this album came out. It had a permanent home in my car CD player lol I listened the FUCK out of it so I eventually had to download it from Apple iTunes bc the CD was all broke and ghetto after a hot min lol. She's so beautiful and underrated and so INCREDIBLY talented! Love you Dev! Girl you are amazing and got me through some rough times. You are loved and appreciated from Northeast, USA.
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Caitlin Gibas

Well thanks spotify.

Tyrone Washington

Nick Diaz sent me.

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