Running
M.O.D. Lyrics


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Livin' in the city of struggle and strife.
Walking with the dead thinking you're alive.
Screamin' in your head it's time to get away.
Pressure's building up inside your head.
Everywhere you're looking you're seeing red.
One false move and someone's gonna be dead.

Running... you can't hide.
Running... just to stay alive.
Running... as fast as you can.

Walking in the jungle to the beat of the drums.
While natives be stalkin' you so hide your head.
Creeps be creepin' up on you son.
Better take some money and get a gun.
Then they'll be the ones who better run.

Running... you can't hide.
Running... just to stay alive.
Running... as fast as you can.
Running... better keep on running.

This ain't the way it's supposed to be.
You out for you, me out for me.
Livin' in the world of misery.




Why can't there be some unity.
... Us and we...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to the song "Running" by M.O.D. speak about the struggles of living in a violent, dangerous city where one must constantly be on guard for their own survival. The song describes the pressure and anxiety that builds up in a person's mind when they live in such conditions. The lyrics also address the need to take action and stay alert, as danger is never far away. The chorus emphasizes the importance of running and staying alive, whether it be physical running from danger or metaphorical running to escape the struggles of daily life.


The second verse of the song shifts focus to a different setting, a jungle where one must beware of hostile natives and other threats. Again, the message is to stay alert and prepared, as running is often the best option when faced with danger. The final lines of the song express a longing for unity and a better world where people can rely on each other instead of constantly looking out for themselves.


Line by Line Meaning

Livin' in the city of struggle and strife.
Living in a city that is filled with conflict and difficulty.


Walking with the dead thinking you're alive.
Walking amongst people who have lost their spirit, but believing yourself to still have life.


Screamin' in your head it's time to get away.
Feeling overwhelmed and desperate to escape the situation you're in.


Pressure's building up inside your head.
Feeling immense stress and anxiety that is causing mental strain.


Everywhere you're looking you're seeing red.
Feeling angry and agitated, with a negative outlook on everything.


One false move and someone's gonna be dead.
The situation is dangerous and volatile, with the potential for violence.


Running... you can't hide.
Escaping may not be possible, as danger is all around.


Running... just to stay alive.
Fleeing is necessary for survival, to avoid deadly consequences.


Running... as fast as you can.
Trying to move quickly to escape the danger that is pursuing you.


Walking in the jungle to the beat of the drums.
Moving through an unfamiliar and potentially dangerous environment.


While natives be stalkin' you so hide your head.
Feeling threatened by those around you and taking precautions to stay hidden.


Creeps be creepin' up on you son.
Feeling like danger is lurking around every corner.


Better take some money and get a gun.
Taking steps to protect oneself, even if that means resorting to violence.


Then they'll be the ones who better run.
The situation will shift, with the danger being directed at those who were previously threatening.


Running... better keep on running.
The danger is acute and persistent, requiring continuous effort to remain safe.


This ain't the way it's supposed to be.
The situation is not normal or acceptable.


You out for you, me out for me.
A lack of cooperation or shared responsibility, with each person looking out for themselves.


Livin' in the world of misery.
Existing in an unhappy and difficult reality.


Why can't there be some unity.
Questioning why people can't work together to create a better environment for everyone.


... Us and we...
The hope for greater collaboration and shared purpose among individuals.




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Bert


on Hate Tank

Yea man, this album is simple but thats what makes it so great. The riffs are catchy, the subject matter is funny and Billy’s singing with the talking thrown in at the right moments is perfection…Anyway, the late 80s was great for albums..reign in blood, peace sells, masters of puppets, Apetiete for destruction among the living, so far so good, south of heaven…..and the coming of Alice and nirvana. Great time for my

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