Getaway
Elli Ingram Lyrics


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I heard the grass is greener up on the other side
So can I please, can I please hitchhike a ride?
I cannot pay for fuel but I'll select the tunes
And I promise they will have a really good time

Ooh child, yeah things are gonna get better from here
Ooh child, yeah things are gonna get better from here
I'm tryna get out quickly
Get away from the same, motherfuckers try to shoot us all down
I wanna get out quickly
Get away from the same, quick before they try to shoot us all down

So run away while you still can
Can you take us to the promised land?
Get away while you still can
To the promised land

Zoom, zoom, I think we lost her
Top down, hey, roll me something
Back on the road to stardom
I wanna burn these brand new tyres
I've got a dream to catch and I'm done fucking with you copycats
Babe, get your foot down on the gas and I'll turn my music loud

Ooh child, yeah things are gonna get better from here
Ooh child, yeah things are gonna get better from here

I'm tryna get out quickly
Get away from the same, motherfuckers try to shoot us all down
I wanna get out quickly
Get away from the same, quick before they try to shoot us all down

Shit, I know you're scared
But don't hold your breath
I just saw a sign and I don't think we've got long left
We gon' make it there
Though the lights are red
Riding to the top
And ain't nobody gonna stop us

I'm tryna get out quickly
Get away from the same, motherfuckers try to shoot us all down
I wanna get out quickly
Get away from the same, quick before they try to shoot us all down

So run away while you still can




Get away while you still can
(To the promised land)

Overall Meaning

In "Getaway," Elli Ingram sings about her desire to leave her current situation behind and escape to a better place. She imagines a world where the grass is greener on the other side and asks for somebody to help her get there. She promises that she can't pay for fuel but will select the tunes, indicating her willingness to make the journey as enjoyable as possible for whoever is helping her.


Throughout the song, Elli Ingram sings with urgency, expressing her desire to leave quickly before it's too late. She references the danger of staying in her current situation and the risk of being shot down by those who want to hold her back. Despite the challenges, she remains optimistic and encourages herself and her potential travel companion with the repetition of the lyrics "Ooh child, yeah things are gonna get better from here."


Ingram's lyrics suggest that this song is about more than just a physical journey. It is about taking control of one's own life and pursuing one's dreams, despite the obstacles that may present themselves. It is about the courage to leave behind what is known and face the unknown in search of something better.


Line by Line Meaning

I heard the grass is greener up on the other side
The singer has heard that there are better opportunities somewhere else and they are interested in exploring them.


So can I please, can I please hitchhike a ride?
The singer is requesting someone in a position to help them escape to take them along for the ride.


I cannot pay for fuel but I'll select the tunes
While the singer can't offer financial assistance, they are happy to take on the responsibility of selecting the music for the ride.


And I promise they will have a really good time
The artist is confident in their ability to create a fun environment during the journey.


Ooh child, yeah things are gonna get better from here
The artist is optimistic that their journey will lead to better opportunities and experiences.


I'm tryna get out quickly
The singer is eager to leave their current situation behind and make a fresh start elsewhere.


Get away from the same, motherfuckers try to shoot us all down
The singer wants to distance themselves from people who are holding them back and creating a dangerous environment.


So run away while you still can
The artist encourages those who have the chance to escape to do so before they lose the opportunity.


Can you take us to the promised land?
The artist is looking for someone to take them to a better place where they can achieve their dreams.


Zoom, zoom, I think we lost her
The artist is excited to be making progress and leaving their old life behind.


Top down, hey, roll me something
The singer wants to enjoy the ride and suggests that they and their companions share a smoke to enhance the experience.


Back on the road to stardom
The artist has big dreams and sees this journey as a step towards achieving them.


I wanna burn these brand new tyres
The singer is eager to press on and make progress towards their destination without holding back.


I've got a dream to catch and I'm done fucking with you copycats
The singer is determined to pursue their goals without being held back by those who would try to imitate them or hold them back.


Babe, get your foot down on the gas and I'll turn my music loud
The singer is urging the driver to speed up and make the journey more exciting while they provide the tunes.


Shit, I know you're scared
The artist acknowledges that their companion may be fearful of taking this journey but they remain committed to continuing.


But don't hold your breath
The artist wants their companion to relax and not worry too much about the journey ahead.


I just saw a sign and I don't think we've got long left
The singer has seen an indication that their journey is approaching its conclusion and urges their companion to make the most of the remaining time.


We gon' make it there
The singer is optimistic that they will reach their destination despite the challenges they may face along the way.


Though the lights are red
The artist anticipates there may be obstacles or challenges ahead but they remain committed to their journey.


Riding to the top
The artist reiterates their commitment to achieving their goals and reaching the top of their field or profession.


And ain't nobody gonna stop us
The artist is confident in their abilities and convinced that they will accomplish their goals despite opposition or setbacks.


Get away while you still can
The singer continues to urge anyone with the opportunity to leave a difficult situation behind and pursue their dreams.


(To the promised land)
The destination of the journey, a metaphorical or literal promised land, is referenced again as the artist encourages others to take action.




Writer(s): Aston Hardacre, Elinor Ingram

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