Run and Hide
John & Jen Lyrics

The lyrics to John & Jen's song Run And Hide explore the complex emotions between a father and son. The singer, who is the son, expresses frustration and feelings of being trapped in their relationship. He states that it would be easier if he didn't care for his father so much and if his father didn't care for him so little. The son admits that he is not equipped to be his father's counselor, but their relationship leaves him feeling exposed and without any safe space to escape to. He feels like he is constantly under the watchful eyes of the many other fathers out there waiting for him to succeed or fail, adding more pressure to an already tense relationship.

The song emphasizes the difficulty and intensity of familial relationships, particularly when there is a disconnect between a parent and child. It highlights the complexity of the parent-child dynamic, where both parties are flawed and struggling to communicate effectively. The lyrics are emotive, and the contrast between the son's admittance of his vulnerability and his desire to escape the pain of their relationship is striking.