Running Backwards Over The Hills
Julie Lyrics


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We've been talking about it
Analyzed it many nights
We've been through the fire, oh, so many times
And I feel so close, now I just can't doubt it
It was always you, always you

And in me you've seen a million faces
All they want is you

I'm running backwards over the hills
Never more me, stuck into the ground
Over the hills
And take it all
I'm running backwards over the hills
Never more me, standing all alone
Over the hills
I'll take it all

You've been waiting for it
Known about it all the time
Now I see you've been a step ahead of me
And I love you for it, baby
Just can't hide it
It was always you, always you

And with you I'll have the things I wanted
I'm gonna see this through

I'm running backwards over the hills
Never more me, stuck into the ground
Over the hills
And take it all
I'm running backwards over the hills
Never more me, standing all alone
Over the hills
I'll take it all





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Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Running Backwards Over the Hills" by Julie portray feelings of determination and love towards a significant other. Julie sings about how together, they have analyzed their relationship many nights and been through countless trials and tribulations together, causing her to feel closer to her partner than ever before. The lyrics convey that she has seen many individuals vying for her partner's attention, yet they have always been drawn to one other. She severely desires to make their relationship work and take the necessary steps to have a future together. Julie expresses that she has been waiting for this moment with her partner, and she admires how they always seem to be one step ahead of her. She loves her partner more than anything, and the song's lyrics signify her commitment to see the relationship through.


The phrase "running backward over the hills" suggests that there may have been a moment in the past where the singer wished things were different in her relationship, or possibly some mistake that she would like to have undone. However, now she has let go of the past and is focused on what lies ahead. She is willing to accept everything that comes with being with her partner, whether it brings happiness or sadness. The entire song establishes a sense of perseverance and determination towards the mutual bond between Julie and her partner.


Line by Line Meaning

We've been talking about it
We have been discussing this topic.


Analyzed it many nights
We have thought about it extensively during many evenings.


We've been through the fire, oh, so many times
We have faced many hardships and challenges together.


And I feel so close, now I just can't doubt it
I am confident in our closeness and trust that it is real.


It was always you, always you
You have always been the one for me.


And in me you've seen a million faces
You have seen many sides of me over time.


All they want is you
Others are envious of the relationship we have.


I'm running backwards over the hills
I am reflecting on the past as I move forward.


Never more me, stuck into the ground
I am leaving behind the old version of myself that was stuck in one place.


Over the hills
I am moving beyond the obstacles that once held me back.


And take it all
I am ready to embrace whatever comes my way as I move forward.


You've been waiting for it
You anticipated this outcome.


Known about it all the time
You were aware of this possibility all along.


Now I see you've been a step ahead of me
I realize that you had a better sense of what was to come than I did.


And I love you for it, baby
I appreciate your foresight and am grateful for your guidance.


Just can't hide it
I am unable to conceal my love and gratitude for you.


And with you I'll have the things I wanted
With you by my side, I can achieve my goals and aspirations.


I'm gonna see this through
I am determined to see my plans through to fruition.


Never more me, standing all alone
I am leaving behind the isolation of the past and embracing a more collaborative future.


I'll take it all
I am ready to accept all that life has to offer.




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