On the Run
Kottonmouth Kings Lyrics


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Check out this kottonmouth king
Too rude for that shit
Dog boy, come inside

In the aftermay of the bed to won
We celebrate, with the rising sun
The summers dry, God got me on the run
And we won't stop, until the war is won

because we strong, like a green breate
Special forces for peace and unity

because we strong, like a green breate
Special forces for peace and unity

Day to day, song by the song the battle rages on
????soul mighty power up my zong
When I think bout home
when I'm wonderin' why
How'd I end upon this road
It's the effect of my life, why

Like a fugitve were on the run
Runin' like were runnin the gun
You know we do it all for you
But on the run to war is won
I work and done
You know I'd rather be with you

On the road doin' shows
My lifes been crazy
For the past five years it's been me and my lady
Only good things come to those who truly believe
All the time I spent alone,
never thought I would leave
Now the life I live and learn
I ain't takin' nothin' back
With the things that has happened
That be makin' me sad
Another day goes by
Gotta show respect
With the love that I get and I don't regret

Another town pound another show we must erect
Another day closer to being home again
With the tears, blood and sweat
The sacrafices made, there were fans in PA
That we wanted to play
But before gettin' paid
Way back when we were dreamin'
When we worked the nine to five
Cover up the triple beamer
When I never thought I'd leavin'
Have you always by myside
How'd I end upon this road
It's the effect of my life, why

Like a fugitve were on the run
Runnin' like were runnin' the gun
You know we do it all for you
But on the run to war is won
I work and done
You know I'd rather be with you

Can't stop our ?bowls? penetratin our zone
The freedom fight song
multiplyin' like clones
Everydays a new day
Gettin high feelin' lovely
Light the ?fire? so it rise above me

Treated us right
The mood is wrong
It's the people who fight
Sing this song
So everybody unite
Freedom fighters keep pushin' on

In the aftermay of the bed to won
We celebrate, with the risin' sun
The summers dry, God got me on the run
And we won't stop, until the war is won

Because run for miles, miles never tire
With love of the people you know were inspired, inspired

We sing this song
So the people unite
Freedom fighters fight on

Like a fugitve were on the run
Runnin' like were runnin' the gun
You know we do it all for you
But on the run to war is won
I work and done
You know I'd rather be with you




you know I'd rather be with you
you know I'd rather be with you

Overall Meaning

The song "On The Run" by Kottonmouth Kings is a rap rock track that speaks about the struggles of being a musician and the sacrifices that come with it. The opening lines of the song set the mood for the rest of the track by showing off the rebellious attitude of the artist. The verse that follows speaks about the daily battle that the band faces while being on tour. The song discusses how the band would rather be with their families but must continue their work to achieve success. The chorus, "Like a fugitive, we're on the run, Running like we're running the gun, You know we do it all for you but on the run till war is done" speaks about the band's constant struggle to produce their music while they are away from their homes.



The verses of the song reveal the wild experience and constant movement of the band on tour. The track emphasizes the message that they are fighting for peace and unity, which aligns perfectly with their name "Kottonmouth Kings." The chorus also highlights the band's loyalty towards their fans as they continue to work hard and produce good music for their audience. The track's lyrics give insight into the struggles of being on tour, but it also motivates the listener to keep fighting until the war is won.


Line by Line Meaning

Check out this kottonmouth king
Introducing the band Kottonmouth Kings


Too rude for that shit
Asserting that the band is too cool for the mainstream


Dog boy, come inside
A playful invitation for someone to join the fun


In the aftermay of the bed to won
Describing a past victory


We celebrate, with the rising sun
Describing the celebration of that victory


The summers dry, God got me on the run
Describing a dry summer and a feeling of being pursued


And we won't stop, until the war is won
Asserting determination to continue the fight until the end


because we strong, like a green breate
Comparing the strength of the band to that of a plant


Special forces for peace and unity
Describing the band as a group dedicated to peace and bringing people together


Day to day, song by the song the battle rages on
Describing the ongoing struggle in life


????soul mighty power up my zong
Unclear lyrics, cannot provide meaning


When I think bout home
Reflecting on memories of home


when I'm wonderin' why
Questioning the path that led them away from home


How'd I end upon this road
Reflecting on the journey that led them to where they are


It's the effect of my life, why
Concluding that the journey was a result of their life choices


Like a fugitve were on the run
Feeling like they are constantly evading something


Runin' like were runnin the gun
Moving quickly and with urgency


You know we do it all for you
Reassuring fans that their work is done for their benefit


But on the run to war is won
Acknowledging the need to keep fighting until the end


I work and done
Affirming that they have put in the necessary work


You know I'd rather be with you
Expressing a desire to be with loved ones


On the road doin' shows
Describing the band's lifestyle of constantly touring and performing


My lifes been crazy
Admitting that their life has been hectic and unpredictable


For the past five years it's been me and my lady
Reflecting on a long-term relationship that has endured the difficult lifestyle


Only good things come to those who truly believe
Encouraging listeners to have faith and positivity


All the time I spent alone, never thought I would leave
Reflecting on a past where they did not imagine their current lifestyle


Now the life I live and learn I ain't takin' nothin' back
Accepting their current life and cherishing the lessons and experiences gained


With the things that has happened That be makin' me sad
Acknowledging that difficult things have happened on their journey


Another day goes by
Reflecting on the passage of time


Gotta show respect
Expressing the band's values of respect and appreciation


With the love that I get and I don't regret
Feeling grateful for the love they receive and not having regrets


Another town pound another show we must erect
Describing the daily routine of performing in different towns


Another day closer to being home again
Finding comfort in the thought of eventually returning home


With the tears, blood and sweat The sacrafices made
Acknowledging the hard work and sacrifices required for their success


there were fans in PA
Referencing fans in Pennsylvania


That we wanted to play
Expressing a desire to perform for fans


But before gettin' paid
Not prioritizing monetary gain over performing for fans


Way back when we were dreamin'
Reflecting on past dreams and aspirations


When we worked the nine to five
Remembering a time when they had regular jobs


Cover up the triple beamer
Possibly referencing hiding a luxury car from coworkers


When I never thought I'd leavin'
Reflecting on a past where they did not imagine leaving their hometown


Have you always by myside
Expressing gratitude for always having someone by their side


Can't stop our ?bowls? penetratin our zone
Unclear lyrics, cannot provide meaning


The freedom fight song multiplyin' like clones
Describing how their message is spreading among fans


Everydays a new day Gettin high feelin' lovely
Embracing each day and enjoying life


Light the ?fire? so it rise above me
Encouraging a positive attitude and energy


Treated us right The mood is wrong
Referencing a situation where the treatment was good, but the circumstances were not


It's the people who fight Sing this song
Encouraging fans to join the fight for freedom


So everybody unite Freedom fighters keep pushin' on
Encouraging unity and perseverance


Because run for miles, miles never tire
Comparing the band's endurance to that of running


With love of the people you know were inspired, inspired
Finding inspiration in the support of fans


We sing this song So the people unite
Using their music to bring people together


you know I'd rather be with you
Repeating the desire to be with loved ones




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: SAM LEWIS ROBERTS

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Jake N’ Bake

9/10 times this is my Go-To kmk track to ditch bad energy and just to relax and blaze to. I bumped HS2, Royal, High Society, Fire it up, Kingspade, and basically every single kmk song everyday, every place I drove. Didn’t care what people said. KMK has BANGIN’ ASS subwoofer candy that none of you Youngsters even know about because you never heard their old stuff through a pair of subwoofers. I was loyal up until Joint Venture punctured my eardrums because after that sad excuse for an album(really its release)was the beginning of the end for their perfect albums and for my speakers. Eventually, I quit listening all together for years with a few exceptions, up until recently, I started bumping them again, mainly because I live in Oregon and it’s impossible to live here and not ingest pot, and I forgot how genuinely happy all the original stuff would make me. Hardly Any artist can have pull over me like that. Only SOAD and Volbeat can compare. A few singles from other bands have taken over me before too like Bad Wolf by AWOL NATION, and Kryptonite by 3DD.
Ok, done lifting my emotional skirt for the world to see. “SRH WE RUN THIS SHIT, AN-ARCHISTIC PUNK ROCK CLIQUE!”
“Man homeboy’s over here in the garage growin’ in the dirt taking 4 1/2 months not even getting a full P Ya Know?
In a room the size of like a telephone booth using liquid nutrients, Budswell, Rockwool, ONE-1,000w High Pressure Sodium-KAVORKY BUDS THE SIZE OF A FUCKIN’ VOLKSWAGEN YOU KNOW WHAT I’M TALKIN’ ABOUT??
You do the math, motherfu**er”~~

Caleb Minthorn

Oregon bro lets smoke!!! I been jamming KMK for 20 years now.. Yes I miss my subwoofers!!

Alex wathogoma

Aww man I remember buying this CD and starting my KMK collection when I was 14 in 8th grade. I would jam to this album all summer night till the sun comes up. Here I am 26 and this brings good memories 😊

Skibbity Bop

I love this song... Such good feels. Man i miss the old days back from 2002-2006 when kmk was actually good. Now that Richter is gone, i have no desire to listen to kmk no more. Richter was the glue that held the group together imo. Definitely lost the best im the group:/

Hewhoremains

@AsylumSaint Whats your point both styles were dope as fuck. Kingspade was more rap, kmk was more punk rock hip hop. Either style was better than 99% of what all the others were putting out at the time

Hewhoremains

@Skibbity Bop I couldn't agree more. They fucked up and now it's gone and they don't even talk to each other. It went wrong when they started using other drugs besides weed

Hewhoremains

@AsylumSaint Wtf you don't like kingspade???

Greg Brimstone

Still a good group of dudes.

Skibbity Bop

I was a huge fan from 02-06 then they went downhill and lost Richter. Just found out that Bobby B is gone too.. What a sad story.

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Jesus Queriapa

I remember this being my go to song when I was looking at prison time. Being out of prison and listening to this for the first time after years of probation and prison made me cry. Thank God I made it out and didn't kill myself. Thank you universe for creating amazing music.

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