On the Run
K-OS ft Saukrates Lyrics
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Who's that coming round suffering popularity breakdown?
I guess it's funny that, that I got stopped when I'm walking the streets
Walkin down streets
Walkin down paths, with the kids in the back way
I say "If you can't dance to this it doesn't matter" (woo hoo)
"If you can't dance to this it doesn't matter" (yeah)
I was runnin around with my head in the sand
But she told me before, baby, do your own dance
Stay off the highway
That doesn't mean you were born to run
Either we're brave or we're broken hearted
We don't believe there's a home above
That's why we're back to the place where we started
That doesn't mean you were born to run
Either we're brave or we're broken hearted
Sure as the stars in the sky above
We're going back to the place that we started
We fell from the sky in the universe
When we fell in love with the sound
Of the birds and all the ocean lights
And the gravity pulling us down
Time won't let you go
There are some things you'll never know
I'm hoping that she walks through the door
I'm going...
If the sky would fall would it take that to bring us together?
Do we have to start all over again?
That doesn't mean you were born to run
Either we're brave or we're broken hearted
We don't believe there's a home above
That's why we're back to the place where we started
That doesn't mean you were born to run
Either we're brave or we're broken hearted
Sure as the stars in the sky above
We're going back to the place that we started
Born to run, until we fell 4x
My heart, creep show, some old thing on the radio.
Who's that coming round suffering popularity breakdown?
I guess it's funny that, that I got stopped when I'm walking the streets
Walkin down streets
Walkin down paths, with the kids in the back way
I say "If you can't dance to this it doesn't matter"
"If you can't dance to this it doesn't matter"
I was running around with my head in the sand
Looking for people and a new fan
But she told me before, baby, do your own dance
Stay off the highway
The lyrics of K-OS ft Saukrates' song "On The Run" tell the story of someone striving to be successful but feeling unsure and lost in the process. The opening lines set a haunting tone with the presence of a "creep show" and "some old thing" on the radio. The singer then observes someone experiencing a "popularity breakdown," highlighting the fickle nature of success in the entertainment industry. The singer acknowledges the irony of being stopped while walking down the street, despite their pursuit of recognition.
The chorus emphasizes that success is not the only measure of bravery or a fulfilling life. The lyrics speculate on the potential for starting over, asking if it would take the sky falling for people to come together again. The repetition of "Born to run" reinforces the idea that life is a journey, and the way back to the beginning may be the path to success. The final lines of the song bring the lyrics full circle, returning to the "creep show" and "old thing" on the radio and emphasizing the need to follow one's own path.
Overall, "On The Run" is a song that explores the challenges and uncertainty of trying to succeed in the entertainment industry while warning against the dangers of losing oneself in the process.
Line by Line Meaning
My heart, creep show, some old thing on the radio.
Listening to the radio and feeling nostalgic.
Who's that coming round suffering popularity breakdown?
Wondering who is struggling with fame.
I guess it's funny that, that I got stopped when I'm walking the streets
Finding it ironic that they got stopped while walking around.
Walkin down streets
Simply walking around.
Walkin down paths, with the kids in the back way
Taking a stroll with children.
I say "If you can't dance to this it doesn't matter" (woo hoo)
Encouraging people to dance and enjoy the music.
"If you can't dance to this it doesn't matter" (yeah)
Reiterating the importance of dancing to the music.
I was runnin around with my head in the sand
Acting aimlessly without a clear direction.
Looking for people and a new fan
Searching for people who appreciate the music and hoping to gain new fans.
But she told me before, baby, do your own dance
Being advised to follow their own path and create their own style.
Stay off the highway
Avoiding the fast-paced, mainstream lifestyle.
That doesn't mean you were born to run
Just because they feel lost doesn't mean they were meant to constantly seek and run.
Either we're brave or we're broken hearted
We are either brave and move forward or we are broken and struggle to do so.
We don't believe there's a home above
We don't necessarily believe in an afterlife or a higher power.
That's why we're back to the place where we started
Going back to the beginning or origin of things.
We fell from the sky in the universe
Feeling like they came from a mystical, otherworldly place.
When we fell in love with the sound
Becoming enamored with music and its captivating effect.
Of the birds and all the ocean lights
Being inspired by the natural wonders of the world.
And the gravity pulling us down
Feeling the weight of the world and its forces.
Time won't let you go
Feeling stuck or trapped by time.
There are some things you'll never know
Some mysteries in life will always remain unsolved.
I'm hoping that she walks through the door
Anticipating the arrival of a loved one.
I'm going...
About to embark on a journey or make a change.
If the sky would fall would it take that to bring us together?
Questioning whether a major catastrophe is necessary for people to unite.
Do we have to start all over again?
Wondering if they will have to begin anew.
Born to run, until we fell 4x
Believing that running is a part of life until they cannot do so anymore.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP
Written by: J. GAHUNIA, KEVIN DERON BRERETON, RAY GARRAWAY, RUSSELL KLYNE, SANTOSH NAIDU, TOBY PETER
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@PuthSardaraDha
11 years later, still listening to this gem.
@merricksanborn1794
Been my favorite song since I was in elementary school
@edgecitysilverdesign506
Ditto. My fav k-os track
@puggybear1539
Same .
Love this
@Phig_Newton
3am in 2024 here vibin
@shatober9272
Still listening in 2024
@edwarduzimaki
real music is timeless....
@GodAwfulUsername
Still true homie.
@fulltimebomber954
That last 40 seconds is definitely timable though
@axlewavey4144
Truth