Running Up That Hill
Ellevator Lyrics
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Do you wanna feel how it feels? (Yeah, yeah, yo)
Do you wanna know, know that it doesn't hurt me? (Yeah, yeah, yo)
Do you wanna hear about the deal that I'm makin'? (Yeah, yeah, yo)
You
It's you and me
I'd make a deal with God
And I'd get him to swap our places
Be runnin' up that road
Be runnin' up that hill
Be runnin' up that buildin'
Say, if I only could, oh
You don't wanna hurt me (Yeah, yeah, yo)
But see how deep the bullet lies (Yeah, yeah, yo)
Unaware, I'm tearin' you asunder (Yeah, yeah, yo)
Oh, there is thunder in our hearts (Yeah, yeah, yo)
Is there so much hate for the ones we love? (Yeah, yeah, yo)
Oh, tell me, we both matter, don't we? (Yeah, yeah, yo)
You
It's you and me
It's you and me, won't be unhappy
And if I only could
I'd make a deal with God
And I'd get him to swap our places
Be runnin' up that road
Be runnin' up that hill
Be runnin' up that buildin' (Yo)
Say, if I only could, oh
You (Yeah, yeah, yo)
It's you and me
It's you and me, won't be unhappy (Yeah, yeah, yo)
Oh, come on, baby (Yeah)
Oh, come on, darlin' (Yo)
Let me steal this moment from you now
Oh, come on, angel
Come on, come on, darlin'
Let's exchange the experience (Yo, ooh, ooh)
And if I only could
I'd make a deal with God
And I'd get him to swap our places
I'd be runnin' up that road
Be runnin' up that hill
With no problems
Say, if I only could
I'd make a deal with God
And I'd get him to swap our places
I'd be runnin' up that road
Be runnin' up that hill
With no problems
Say, if I only could
I'd make a deal with God
And I'd get him to swap our places
I'd be runnin' up that road
Be runnin' up that hill
With no problems
Say, if I only could
I'd be runnin' up that hill
With no problems
(If I only could, be runnin' up that hill)
(If I only could, be runnin' up that hill)
The lyrics to Ellevator's song "Running Up That Hill" speak of a desire for change and the aspiration to break out from one's current situation. The song opens up by questioning the listener on their willingness to feel and know that the hurt doesn't affect them. There is mention of a "deal" that indicates a negotiation or a bargain to achieve something. The lyrics are then directed to a second person, who is identified as "you." The singer expresses a desire to swap places with the other person and run up that hill or building. They feel that if they could achieve this, there would be no problems, implying that the challenges and struggles of their current situation would be left behind.
The verse conveys a sense of conflict and emotional turmoil within the relationship, with the suggestion of a bullet causing deep hurt. However, by coming together, the singer aims to overcome the hate and negativity surrounding them through mutual support and care. The repeated refrain of "It's you and me" emphasizes the importance of companionship in pursuing their aspirations.
Line by Line Meaning
It doesn't hurt me (Yeah, yeah, yo)
I am not hurt, can you believe that? Right now I am feeling really good about myself and I am loving it.
Do you wanna feel how it feels? (Yeah, yeah, yo)
Hey, do you want to experience the same feeling that I am experiencing right now? It's amazing!
Do you wanna know, know that it doesn't hurt me? (Yeah, yeah, yo)
I want you to understand just how good I am feeling right now, it's like nothing could ever hurt me.
Do you wanna hear about the deal that I'm makin'? (Yeah, yeah, yo)
I've got something really exciting that I want to share with you, are you ready to hear about my amazing plan?
It's you and me
We are in this together, and I am counting on you to join me on this exciting journey.
And if I only could
I'd make a deal with God
And I'd get him to swap our places
Be runnin' up that road
Be runnin' up that hill
Be runnin' up that buildin'
Say, if I only could, oh
If I could, I would do anything to change our situation and make it more exciting. I would make a deal with God to help us swap our lives, so that we could run up the road, hill or even a building together.
You don't wanna hurt me (Yeah, yeah, yo)
I know that you don't intend to hurt me, but sometimes it feels like the way you are behaving is causing me pain.
But see how deep the bullet lies (Yeah, yeah, yo)
You might not realize it, but your words and actions can cause deep emotional pain, and it's hard to heal from a wound like that.
Unaware, I'm tearin' you asunder (Yeah, yeah, yo)
I might not be aware of it, but my actions could also be hurting you deeply, causing you to feel torn apart.
Oh, there is thunder in our hearts (Yeah, yeah, yo)
We both feel the intensity of the emotions between us, and it's almost like our hearts are making thunder with each beat.
Is there so much hate for the ones we love? (Yeah, yeah, yo)
Why is it that we often end up feeling so much hate for the people we love the most? It's a complicated and difficult question to answer.
Oh, tell me, we both matter, don't we? (Yeah, yeah, yo)
In the end, what really matters is that we both feel seen and heard, that we both matter to each other. It's important to remind ourselves of that truth and to hold onto it tightly.
Oh, come on, baby (Yeah)
Oh, come on, darlin' (Yo)
Let me steal this moment from you now
Oh, come on, angel
Come on, come on, darlin'
Let's exchange the experience (Yo, ooh, ooh)
Let's enjoy this moment together and make the most of our time. We can share our experiences and make new memories that we will treasure forever.
Say, if I only could
I'd be runnin' up that hill
With no problems
If only we could overcome all our problems and obstacles and run up that hill together without any hindrance, it would be an incredible experience.
(If I only could, be runnin' up that hill)
Sometimes we dream of doing things that seem impossible, but dreaming is a way to inspire ourselves to strive for greatness and push ourselves to achieve more than we ever thought possible.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KATE BUSH
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@Sr.ChilePepper
Admittedly there's nothing like the original, but this is an excellent cover. Close enough to the original yet different enough to make it their own.
@tostiggodwinson
Well, the Meg Myers version is very good,.
@Sr.ChilePepper
@Rick Gooding Saw her performance on Kimmel and I would have to disagree. Of all the versions I've heard that one is the one least interesting.
@leroyrs
@R Kittilsen80s dark? I guess you must have lived under a rock .😉
@stepanfohl951
@Rick Gooding Firs Aid Kit is even better, well maybe better then original :)
@tostiggodwinson
@Štěpán Fohl Thanks! It's very good, though I think I still prefer the Meg Myers version. (But nothing can quite compare to the very silly very irreverent cover of Wuthering Heights by The Heavy Boxes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHAt_kie2v0)
@ca2712
Wow. Her voice and their skills. Wow.
@BreathingDragonfire
The lead singer's vocals are spot on. This is such a solid modern cover of the song, well done.
@geraldellis4875
Very Nice 👍
@lisajones9558
I've been listening to Kate since the late 70's You guys captured the essence and delivered a modern cover. Superb!