Run Baby Run
Jason Upton Lyrics


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I've been calling you to go to the city
I've been watching you every day
Now I'm paying for a one way ticket
For a ship that sails the opposite way

And you laugh and you cry
And you live and you die
Cause you don't really know who you are
All alone in this world
Orphan boy orphan girl
Cause you don't really know who you are

Run baby run
My hands release you
Baby run baby run
Just as fast as you can
Run till your legs lead your heart to the real truth
You're my daughter my son
So run baby run baby run

Hear me laughing as you run from your calling
See me crying see me crying in the storms that rage




One way or another you will be going
To obey is such an easier way

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Jason Upton's song "Run Baby Run" describe a scene where the singer is feeling lost and unsure of their identity. The singer seems to be addressing this person, urging them to go to the city and encouraging them to run as fast as they can. There is a sense of urgency in the lyrics, as the singer believes that time is running out for this person.


The singer suggests that the person is running away from their calling and that they are living a life without purpose. However, the singer reassures them that they are loved and that they should not be afraid. The chorus "run baby run, my hands release you" can be interpreted as the singer letting go of their fears and allowing the person to live their life on their own terms.


The final verse suggests that the journey ahead will not be an easy one but that the person must obey their calling. There is a sense of inevitability in the lyrics, implying that the person must confront their fears and face the unknown.


In summary, "Run Baby Run" is a song of encouragement to those who feel lost and unsure of their purpose in life. It urges them to face their fears and follow their calling, no matter how difficult the journey may be.


Line by Line Meaning

I've been calling you to go to the city
I have been urging you to move to the city, to seek something more in life.


I've been watching you every day
I am aware of your every move every day.


Now I'm paying for a one way ticket
I am investing in your future, providing you with a one-way ticket to your destination.


For a ship that sails the opposite way
The ship I have arranged for you is heading in the opposite direction to where you thought you needed to be.


And you laugh and you cry
You experience a range of emotions on this journey.


And you live and you die
You go through life unaware of your true identity and purpose.


Cause you don't really know who you are
You haven't discovered who you really are meant to become.


All alone in this world
You feel alone in your journey of self-discovery.


Orphan boy orphan girl
You feel lost and abandoned like an orphan, without a sense of identity.


Run baby run
I am encouraging you to run, to find your true self.


My hands release you
I am letting you go to discover your true purpose in life.


Just as fast as you can
I am urging you to move quickly on this journey.


Run till your legs lead your heart to the real truth
Keep running until your legs take you to the place where you discover your true identity and purpose.


You're my daughter my son
You may feel paternal or maternal love because I am always with you and guiding you.


So run baby run baby run
I am urging you to keep moving, searching for your true purpose.


Hear me laughing as you run from your calling
Although you may feel afraid and overwhelmed, you will discover that I am laughing with joy watching you grow and learn.


See me crying see me crying in the storms that rage
I suffer with you as you go through storms that rage in your life and on this journey.


One way or another you will be going
You will go on this journey one way or another, but it is up to you to decide if you will look for your true purpose.


To obey is such an easier way
It is easier to follow my lead and listen to my guidance than to try to find your own way.




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Comments from YouTube:

@ilovegoddoyou7003

Whoever reading this, God knows what you are going through, He has heard your cry, He is going to deliver you, just trust in Him.🙏

@cedriccateaux1248

🥺 please pray for me

@salomebianca1090

I rly just cried a few minutes ago. Life is rly not easy at this moment, but I will somehow continue on fighting, I know He's got my back.

@openwindowforrevival1915

@Salome Bianca Just be still and let Him fight your battles, He never lost one! Praise and worship Him. And let Him love you.

@kay5639

God bless you

@leeroyjenkins3508

Amen!!

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@undertheradartoo

I can’t begin to express how timely this song is. Very important message for my husband and I, at this very moment. Thank you, Jason, for your wisdom and obedience

@thandekayako6060

Jason your life, your songs and messages truly reflect a life fully lived in relationship with God and others.
Thank you for interpreting in the way that you write songs, that there is more with God, a deeper level of intimacy.

Father I yearn and long for so much of you🙌😭

@openwindowforrevival1915

Run run to your Heavenly Father! He is trustworthy just and true 💯❤🙌🏾

@tonyschwartz6712

Prodigal here. Thank you, Father, for welcoming us back into your open arms. So sorry I ran so far and so fast as Jesus said to me "like a stallion". Peace with God is the most precious gift. God is everywhere. How silly of us to think we can run from God. To obey is better than sacrifice. God bless everyone. Be bold. Get out of the wilderness and into your land of promise God has prepared for you. You were born for such a time as this.😊🌈

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