Runaway
Kawala Lyrics
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Coast to coast goin' through the motions of
Who'll be a better man, who'll do it better
Today is the day i'll get on
Awaitin' the storm to move on
Lie naked in wait to reform
Let's try make it right this time
Now!
And i won't be wastin' my time
I'll find the fire
And i help u find the line
This is a vision of mine
Oh, oh, oh
We're a mile apart
Closin' up the distance
I'm reachin' out if u need assistance so
Who'll be a better man, who'll do it better
Today is the day i'll get on
Awaitin' the storm to move on
Lie naked in wait to reform
Let's try make it right this time
Now!
I'm on a late train
And i won't be wastin' my time
I'll find the fire
And i help u find the line
This is a vision of mine
Oh, oh, oh
And i know that u want it
Oh it's all so emotional
Oh i hope that u're copin'
Oh i won't let u loose it all
And i know that u want it
Oh it's all so emotional
Oh i hope that u're copin'
Oh i won't let u loose it all
Today is the day i'll get on
Lie naked in wait to reform
And let's try make it right this time
Let's try make it right this time
Now!
Oh, oh, oh
I'm on a late train
And i won't be wastin' my time
I'll find the fire
And i help u find the line
This a vision of mine
Oh, oh, oh
The lyrics of Kawala’s song “Runaway” describe a person who is longing to escape from their emotional baggage and start anew. The first few lines talk about escaping from the “words unspoken” and going through the motions of trying to be a “better man” or do things better. The singer seems to be at a crossroads in their life as they declare that “today is the day” they will make a change. They are waiting for the storm, i.e. their emotional turmoil, to pass so they can start afresh. They lie naked in wait to reform, symbolizing the vulnerability required to take a new direction.
The lyrics then go on to talk about the singer being on a “late train” and not wasting any more time. They seem to be determined to find their passion (“find the fire”) and help someone else find their path (“help u find the line”). The repeated lines “And I know that u want it / Oh it’s all so emotional / Oh I hope that u’re copin’ / Oh I won’t let u loose it all” show that the singer is empathetic to someone else’s emotional struggles and is willing to be their support.
Overall, the song is a message of hope, urging listeners to take the leap of faith and chase their dreams, even if it means being vulnerable and going against the norm.
Line by Line Meaning
Runaway from the words unspoken
Escaping from unsaid things and leaving them behind
Coast to coast goin' through the motions of
Traveling aimlessly without a specific destination in mind
Who'll be a better man, who'll do it better
Questioning who can improve and succeed more
Today is the day i'll get on
Today is the day to take action
Awaitin' the storm to move on
Waiting for tough times to pass
Lie naked in wait to reform
Being vulnerable and ready to change
Let's try make it right this time
Let's attempt to correct past mistakes now
Now!
Emphasizing the urgency of the present moment
I'm on a late train
Starting a journey later than expected
And i won't be wastin' my time
Making the most of the journey and not wasting any time
I'll find the fire
Becoming motivated and passionate
And i help u find the line
Encouraging and helping others to become motivated and focused
This is a vision of mine
Having a personal goal and vision in mind
We're a mile apart
Feeling distant from someone
Closin' up the distance
Trying to bridge the gap
I'm reachin' out if u need assistance so
Being available to offer help and support
And i know that u want it
Understanding that someone desires something
Oh it's all so emotional
Recognizing that the situation is highly charged with feelings
Oh i hope that u're copin'
Wishing for someone's well-being in a tough situation
Oh i won't let u loose it all
Promising to prevent someone from losing everything
Let's try make it right this time (x2)
Reiterating the intention to correct past mistakes
Oh, oh, oh
Vocalization to express excitement or emotion
Writer(s): Simon Clow, Cameron Melnyk, Jean Paul Philippon, Jesse Wainwright, Raine Maida, Alison Toews
Contributed by Mila O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Lyrics:
Runaway from the words unspoken
Coast to coast goin' through the motions of
Who'll be a better man, who'll do it better
Today is the day i'll get on
Awaitin' the storm to move on
Lie naked in wait to reform
Let's try make it right this time
Now!
I'm on a late train
And i won't be wastin' my time
I'll find the fire
And i help u find the line
This is a vision of mine
Oh, oh, oh
We're a mile apart
Closin' up the distance
I'm reachin' out if u need assistance so
Who'll be a better man, who'll do it better
Today is the day i'll get on
Awaitin' the storm to move on
Lie naked in wait to reform
Let's try make it right this time
Now!
I'm on a late train
And i won't be wastin' my time
I'll find the fire
And i help u find the line
This is a vision of mine
Oh, oh, oh
And i know that u want it
Oh it's all so emotional
Oh i hope that u're copin'
Oh i won't let u loose it all
And i know that u want it
Oh it's all so emotional
Oh i hope that u're copin'
Oh i won't let u loose it all
Today is the day i'll get on
Lie naked in wait to reform
And let's try make it right this time
Let's try make it right this time
Now!
Oh, oh, oh
I'm on a late train
And i won't be wastin' my time
I'll find the fire
And i help u find the line
This a vision of mine
Oh, oh, oh
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@ajaya2112
Wonderful to hear! 💗
You guys are awesome 🙌
@milkagoch
I love you guys so much ! You make me dance alone in my room.
@beanandbean
Boys this is amazing, you’ve flourished into something truly magical
@ABoro-zm6kh
I’m listening 2023
@yourfuturebright
This should be on FIFA 20's soundtrack!
@danielsheldrake
Shame it wasn't
@leonwinter6802
He just predicted 21
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@@leonwinter6802 He did lol
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That was literally a crazy prediction👀