Running
I.D.A. Lyrics
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Gave me the kitty and then I went dumb in it(Splash)
Get to the bag I'm gunning it
Need me some money I want me a Cullinan(Cullinan)
High like I got me some ecstasy
I be killing these beats with my energy(Yah yah)
I got a bitch her name Beverly
She gon keep me inside of her memory(Ou)
Gave me the kitty and then I went dumb in it(Splash)
Get to the bag I'm gunning it
Need me some money I want me a Cullinan(Cullinan)
High like I got me some ecstasy
I be killing these beats with my energy(Yah yah)
I got a bitch her name Beverly
She gon keep me inside of her memory(Ou)
Got in the game and it's litty
You know I'm greatest n*gga in my city(I'm great)
Only gon give her a kiss if she pretty
She down for whatever I know that she with it(Yah)
She call me Dave but she want the D
You know I'm hot, 1000 degrees
Go to my city I am B I G
I made her drip with the T I P
Fresher than peppermints
I can't f*ck with them n*ggas I'm better than
Feeling sunny I came with the vitamins
Married the money we'll never be separate
I gotta go go go go
Getting that money but I want more
I am the greatest n*gga I know
I pray to the Lord guide my soul
Step on the game and I'm running it
Gave me the kitty and then I went dumb in it(Splash)
Get to the bag I'm gunning it
Need me some money I want me a Cullinan(Cullinan)
High like I got me some ecstasy
I be killing these beats with my energy(Yah yah)
I got a bitch her name Beverly
She gon keep me inside of her memory(Ou)
Step on the game and I'm running it
Gave me the kitty and then I went dumb in it(Splash)
Get to the bag I'm gunning it
Need me some money I want me a Cullinan(Cullinan)
High like I got me some ecstasy
I be killing these beats with my energy(Yah yah)
I got a bitch her name Beverly
She gon keep me inside of her memory(Ou)
I got a bitch she pleasing me
I want some top she giving me
She wanna know what she means to me
But I cannot say I'm a G you see
Feeling like Thor and I came with the thunder
Giving her pipe and she call me a plumber
Slide on a beat Dave he smoother than butter
Cook in the kitchen no chef he a cutter
I am a winner flow of mine cleaner
Flow is too cold pardon my fever
Leading the wave they know I lead em
All of the leaches cut em like scissors
I am too wavey pardon my steeze
You cannot do the s**t that I did
I am that n*gga you know I'm a G
I got the nikes checks on me
Step on the game and I'm running it
Gave me the kitty and then I went dumb in it(Splash)
Get to the bag I'm gunning it
Need me some money I want me a Cullinan(Cullinan)
High like I got me some ecstasy
I be killing these beats with my energy(Yah yah)
I got a bitch her name Beverly
She gon keep me inside of her memory(Ou)
Step on the game and I'm running it
Gave me the kitty and then I went dumb in it(Splash)
Get to the bag I'm gunning it
Need me some money I want me a Cullinan(Cullinan)
High like I got me some ecstasy
I be killing these beats with my energy(Yah yah)
I got a bitch her name Beverly
She gon keep me inside of her memory(Yah yah)
Yah yah
Yah yah
Yah yah
The song "Running" by I.D.A. talks about the struggles of living in a city where every day is a constant battle. The lyrics portray a sense of chaos and danger everywhere, with someone always being one false move away from death. The line "Walking with the dead thinking you're alive" is quite powerful as it suggests that in such places, people are merely going through the motions of living, rather than truly living a meaningful life. The continuous reference to running as the only way to survive shows the urgency of the situation, and how one must keep moving and never stop or risk being taken down by the chaos.
The second half of the song shifts gears entirely as it talks about walking in the jungle and being stalked by natives. The feeling of danger remains constant, but the lyrics now suggest that one must fight back and take charge of the situation. The line "Better take some money and get a gun. Then they'll be the ones who better run" highlights this shift, as the singer takes control of their situation and prepares to defend themselves. The song ends with a call for unity, a reminder that the world is a better place when people work together and look out for each other.
Line by Line Meaning
Livin' in the city of struggle and strife.
Existing in a city where daily life is challenging and filled with conflicts.
Walking with the dead thinking you're alive.
Moving through the city among people who are emotionally dead and unaware of their true situation.
Screamin' in your head it's time to get away.
Feeling a desperate desire to escape the pressures of the city.
Pressure's building up inside your head.
Experiencing a growing sense of stress and anxiety.
Everywhere you're looking you're seeing red.
Viewing the world with a sense of anger and frustration.
One false move and someone's gonna be dead.
Feeling that the situation is very tense and that mistakes could lead to serious consequences.
Running... you can't hide.
Attempting to escape from the problems of the city, but realizing that they can't really be avoided.
Running... just to stay alive.
Moving quickly to avoid danger and remain safe.
Running... as fast as you can.
Trying to move quickly away from problems and toward safety.
Walking in the jungle to the beat of the drums.
Moving cautiously through the city, with a sense of caution and danger at every turn.
While natives be stalkin' you so hide your head.
Being pursued by dangerous people who mean you harm.
Creeps be creepin' up on you son.
Feeling that danger is lurking around every corner, and that it could come from anyone.
Better take some money and get a gun.
Feeling that preparation and protection are necessary to survive in a dangerous environment.
Then they'll be the ones who better run.
Once prepared, feeling confident that threats can be dealt with, rather than running from them.
Running... better keep on running.
Encouraging himself to keep moving and avoiding danger at all costs.
This ain't the way it's supposed to be.
Feeling that life in the city is not how he or anyone else should have to live.
You out for you, me out for me.
Feeling that there is a lack of community and collaboration among people in the city, with everyone looking out for their own interests.
Livin' in the world of misery.
Describing life in the city as unhappy and difficult to bear.
Why can't there be some unity.
Questioning why people in the city cannot come together and support each other.
... Us and we...
Desiring a sense of community and connection among people in the city.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: David Mhondiwa
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
maureens100
BEST book EVER...I just finished it...now to MOVE...thank you Ida...you inspire me to do better....sending prayers..and hugs...xo
TOOT T
AH-mazing!!!!! I love the part about getting up and doing what you don’t want to do and getting it out of the way. Those are words that I’m trying to live by🙌🏾
J-Funk
Such a blessing.
Rita Maybank
Love you Ms IDA God bless you and your family.
Dorota Drużko
Amazing woman 😊
Rei Lea
Wonder if she knows advertisers on Youtube are USING her in commercials that she is not getting paid for, for pressure point insoles? She should sue.
Tre Ci
Wow!!! Super woman!!
Anyways, can i have the title of this background music? ill be waiting for a reply! Thanks😊😊😊
Tre Ci
@raghu Kumar haha.. very what?
raghu Kumar
@Tre Ci your comment was very, so I was curious to get a reply for your comment :) seriously I don't know the title. If I know that I will surely tell 👍
Tre Ci
@raghu Kumar haha yes, thank U, so what's the title, U haven't said it yet.