RUNAWAY TRAIN
K. Lee Lyrics


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Nothing blooms
In a loveless room
You've got to want it
You've got to want it

Who's the fool
Where apathy rules
You've got to want it
You've got to want it

If you don't want it
It remains the same
It's a heart of darkness
That wants to play that game
If there's no defiance
It remains insane
If it's all compliance
It's a runaway train

Nothing so cruel
Where malevolence rules
You've got to want it
You've got to want it

There is no defence
Against pointed arrogance
You've got to want it
You've got to want it

If you don't want it
It remains the same
It's a heart of darkness
That wants to play that game
It can be surprising
When you lose the shame
And the sun starts rising
Another day to tame

If you're heart is aching
Just remove the shame
You've got to want it

Give your soul a shaking
And refuse the blame
You've got to want it

Who's the fool
Where apathy rules
You've got to want it
You've got to want it

If you don't want it
It remains the same
It's a heart of darkness
That wants to play that game
If there's no defiance
It remains insane
If it's all compliance
It's a runaway train





It's a runaway train

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of K.Lee's song Runaway Train urge the listener to be proactive and to take control of their lives, particularly in the context of love and relationships. The first two lines, "Nothing blooms in a loveless room, you've got to want it," suggest that love requires effort and investment, and that a relationship cannot thrive without mutual desire. The repeated chorus, "If you don't want it, it remains the same. It's a heart of darkness that wants to play that game," reinforces the idea that apathy can lead to stagnation and misery.


The second verse introduces the theme of malevolence and arrogance, warning that there is no defense against those who are indifferent and self-serving. The lines, "It can be surprising when you lose the shame and the sun starts rising another day to tame," suggest that breaking free from complacency can be a liberating and positive experience. The final lines, "Give your soul a shaking and refuse the blame," encourage the listener to take bold action and shift their perspective in order to create positive change.


Overall, the lyrics of Runaway Train offer a sobering but hopeful message about the power of motivation and determination in the face of difficult circumstances.


Line by Line Meaning

Nothing blooms
A loveless environment is barren and unproductive, lacking any signs of growth or happiness.


In a loveless room
This refers to a place or situation where love and affection are absent, making it a bleak and joyless space.


You've got to want it
Reaching a state of fulfillment and contentment requires effort and desire on the part of the individual.


You've got to want it
The importance of wanting, seeking and chasing the things that bring you satisfaction and happiness.


Who's the fool
Someone who is foolish enough to live their life in a joyless and hopeless state of mind and heart.


Where apathy rules
Apathy, the lack of interest, enthusiasm or concern about something, dominates this space or mindset.


If you don't want it
If you lack the desire to make a positive change in your life, or pursue the things that inspire and comfort you,


It remains the same
Things will never get better or different until you make a conscious choice or effort to bring about the change.


It's a heart of darkness
A negative, pessimistic or despair-filled disposition, attitude or state of being.


That wants to play that game
The negative and draining forces in your life are always in search of opportunities to bring you down, rob you of joy and steer you away from growth.


If there's no defiance
If one does not offer resistance or objection to negative forces,


It remains insane
The negative and destructive forces continue to dominate and control one's life, making it a place of chaos and madness.


If it's all compliance
If one chooses to go along with negative forces, not offering any opposition or pushback,


It's a runaway train
The forces that drain individuals of joy and hope will control their lives and send them down a destructive path - just like a runaway train.


Nothing so cruel
A place or mindset where malevolent and hurtful attitudes and behaviors are widespread is one of the cruelest things one can experience.


Where malevolence rules
This refers to a place or mindset where mean-spirited and malicious attitudes dominate, causing hurt and pain.


There is no defence
In an environment dominated by pointed arrogance and ego-driven behaviors, there are no protective walls or structures to keep you safe.


Against pointed arrogance
Arrogance, the quality of being overconfident and non-empathetic towards others, is often pointed and hurtful to others.


It can be surprising
The realization and transformation that comes with acknowledging your desires, dreams and doing away with what is holding you back can be a positive surprise.


When you lose the shame
One way to be free of the negative forces in your life is to recognize them, name them and toss them out, often accompanied by feelings of liberation.


And the sun starts rising
When you've gone through a personal transformation, or made progress in the direction you want to go, you begin to see the light of a new day.


Another day to tame
With each new day comes new challenges, opportunities, and hurdles to overcome on the path towards growth and happiness.


If you're heart is aching
When you feel emotionally unwell, hurting or in pain,


Just remove the shame
allow grace, love and other emotions in your life which counteract shame, to take control of your healing process.


Give your soul a shaking
A metaphor for taking a hard look at oneself, confronting one's issues, desires and blocks that keep them from being happy.


And refuse the blame
Stop blaming yourself for the issues and problems in your life; instead, take responsibility and make positive changes.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BEN MINK, GEDDY LEE

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Comments from YouTube:

@washingtontriofan

A very respectable and tasteful version of a great song. Albert is one of a kind.

@chrisgilsonmusicchannel7144

Great song.. Saw Albert at weston super mare about 6 years ago. Ace. As a fair guitarist I was able to follow everything he played apart from this solo.

@jasoncdebussy

Has Albert recorded this song? I saw him perform last night and he played this song - absolutely sublime!

@lazypokerblues

@jasoncdebussy
As you can hear - he did. 😉 And if you read my notes carefully, you'll find out where and when.

@jasoncdebussy

​@@lazypokerbluesYes of course he did! 🤣 As soon as I posted my comment I realised what a stupid question it was and how lazy I was being 😕 I looked up his discography and found it 😊

It's so hard to believe that he will be 80 4 days before Christmas - he was just fantastic last night.

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@@jasoncdebussy
You're welcome, Jason! Yes, Albert's simply one of a kind - a musical treasure!

@markjamesmeli2520

Classic composition by the late John Stewart.

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