Running up That Hill
Levy 9 Lyrics


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It doesn't hurt me.
Do you wanna feel how it feels?
Do you wanna know, know that it doesn't hurt me?
Do you wanna hear about the deal that they're making?
You,
It's you and me.

And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
We're running up that road,
We're running up that hill,
We're running up that building.
Say, if I only could.

You don't wanna hurt me,
But see how deep the wound lies.
Unaware and tearing you asunder.
There is thunder in our hearts.

Is there so much hate for the ones we love?
Tell me, we both matter, don't we?
You,
It's you and me.
It's you and me, you'll be unhappy.

And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
We're running up that road,
We're running up that hill,
We're running up that building.
Say, if I only could.

You,
It's you and me,
It's you and me won't be unhappy.

C'mon, baby, c'mon darling,
Let me steal this moment from you now.
C'mon, angel, c'mon, c'mon, darling,
Let's exchange the experience

And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
With no problems.

And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
With no problems.

And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
With no problems.

If I only could




Be running up that hill
With no problems

Overall Meaning

The song "Running Up That Hill" by Kate Bush is a introspective look at the nature of relationships and the struggles that come with them. The opening lyrics set the tone for the rest of the song, as Bush sings "It doesn't hurt me. Do you wanna feel how it feels? Do you wanna know, know that it doesn't hurt me?" These lines suggest a sense of emotional numbness or detachment, which is later reinforced when Bush sings "You don't wanna hurt me, but see how deep the wound lies."


The song explores the idea of changing places with someone else in order to better understand their perspective. Bush sings, "if I only could, I'd make a deal with God, and I'd get him to swap our places." This suggests a sense of frustration or longing to understand someone else's point of view, and to have them understand hers.


The chorus of "Running Up That Hill" repeats the lines "We're running up that road, we're running up that hill, we're running up that building" over and over again. This repetition creates a sense of determination or struggle, as if the journey that the song describes is a difficult and challenging one.


Overall, "Running Up That Hill" is a powerful exploration of the complexities of relationships and the challenges that come with trying to understand someone else's perspective. The song is filled with raw emotion and powerful imagery, making it a timeless classic that continues to resonate with listeners today.


Line by Line Meaning

It doesn't hurt me.
I am not affected by what is going on.


Do you wanna feel how it feels?
Do you want to experience what I am going through?


Do you wanna know, know that it doesn't hurt me?
Are you curious if I am truly unaffected by this situation?


Do you wanna hear about the deal that they're making?
Do you want to know about the agreement they are proposing?


You, It's you and me.
It is only the two of us involved.


And if I only could, I'd make a deal with God,
If it were possible, I would make a deal with a higher power.


And I'd get him to swap our places,
I would try to switch positions with you.


We're running up that road,
We are struggling to achieve our goal.


We're running up that hill,
We are facing great obstacles in our pursuit.


We're running up that building.
We are constantly striving to reach new heights.


Say, if I only could.
If only I had the power to do so.


You don't wanna hurt me,
I know you do not intend to cause me harm.


But see how deep the wound lies.
However, the hurt runs deep.


Unaware and tearing you asunder.
Perhaps you do not notice, but it is causing great distress.


There is thunder in our hearts.
Our emotions are turbulent, like a storm brewing inside us.


Is there so much hate for the ones we love?
Why does it seem like we have such strong negative feelings toward those we care about?


Tell me, we both matter, don't we?
Do we both have value and importance in each other's lives?


You, It's you and me.
The situation affects only the two of us.


It's you and me, you'll be unhappy.
If we do not resolve this, both of us will be unhappy.


C'mon, baby, c'mon darling,
Come on, let's work this out together, my love.


Let me steal this moment from you now.
Let me have your focus and attention for this moment.


C'mon, angel, c'mon, c'mon, darling,
Please come with me, my love.


Let's exchange the experience
Let us try to see things from each other's point of view.


Be running up that road,
We should keep striving for our goals.


Be running up that hill,
Even if there are obstacles in our way, we must continue to move forward.


With no problems.
Without any issues or difficulties.


If I only could
If only I had the power to do so.


Be running up that hill
Continue moving forward despite any obstacles.


With no problems.
Without any issues or difficulties.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KATE BUSH

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