Born and raised in South Florida, fully reaping the benefits of full moons over the beach, Mike nurtured his artistic sensibility. In school, he would leave class for a bathroom break, raid a guitar from the chorus room, and entertain one of the few classrooms lucky enough to have an open-minded teacher. He then hit the open road to see the country right out of high school, a common rite of passage from the book of all true soul searchers, from which he wisely took a page.
He has done the research, folks, walked his shoes to the sole and bares the fruit from the experience. He offers reprieve from the waiting line, to tempt that latent part of you that knows there is more than just this. So come and see the spectacle, and experience an audio-erotic seduction of your senses that springs forth from a child-like foundation. You may come with a safe word, but you will walk away feeling contently violated.
Runnin
Mike Mineo Lyrics
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He moved away from home though he didn't wanna do it
Happy where he was but he was promised lots of money
So he packed his bags now has stopped running
So many people sufferin', they're victims of themselves
So many sufferin', they're livin in they're own hell
So many wonderin' why they can't get out
The first taste of the apple when he bit in
It taste so sweet it felt a little gritty
But now there's no fruit on the tree
He's eaten them all but he still feels hungry
So many people sufferin', they're victims of themselves
So many sufferin', they're livin in they're own hell
So many wonderin' why they can't get out
Just runnin, runnin, runnin
Sufferin', They're livin' in their own hell
Jonny settled down from the city to a town where he used to be
Just a little boy with a big ol dream beneath the family tree
But now no one is around
With no time to slow down
To listen to an old man talk of who he used to be
So many wonderin' why they can't get out
Just runnin, runnin, runnin
So many people sufferin', they're victims of themselves
So many sufferin', they're livin' in they're own hell
So many wonderin' why they can't get out
Just runnin, runnin, runnin
Sufferin', They're livin' in their own hell
The lyrics to "Runnin" by Mike Mineo touch on themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the consequences of chasing material success. The song tells the story of Johnny, who leaves his comfortable life behind to pursue a job opportunity in the city. Although he initially feels content where he is, the promise of financial gain persuades him to make the move.
The lyrics suggest that Johnny's decision to chase money ultimately leads to his downfall. The metaphor of the apple represents the allure of material wealth, with Johnny taking a bite and finding immediate satisfaction. However, as he consumes all the "fruit" (representing opportunities), he finds himself empty and still searching for fulfillment. This highlights the idea that pursuing material gain alone cannot bring true happiness or satisfaction.
The chorus of the song highlights the broader issue of people suffering and being trapped in their own self-created hell. The song suggests that many individuals, like Johnny, get caught up in a cycle of constantly chasing something better, whether it be money, success, or personal fulfillment. They find themselves always "runnin," but never really escaping their problems.
The final verse introduces the idea of Johnny returning to his hometown, where he used to have a dream and a sense of belonging. However, he finds that the people who could have provided him with guidance or a reminder of who he used to be are no longer around. This further underscores the idea that the pursuit of external validation or material gain can alienate individuals from their true selves and their roots.
Overall, "Runnin" paints a cautionary tale about the consequence of prioritizing material success over personal fulfillment and the importance of staying connected to one's authentic self and community.
Line by Line Meaning
Johnny got a job so he had to hit the city
Johnny got a job that required him to move to the city
He moved away from home though he didn't wanna do it
Despite not wanting to, he had to leave his home
Happy where he was but he was promised lots of money
Although he was content, he was enticed by the promise of wealth
So he packed his bags now has stopped running
He packed his belongings and settled in one place, no longer constantly on the move
So many people sufferin', they're victims of themselves
There are numerous individuals who are suffering due to their own actions
So many sufferin', they're livin in they're own hell
Many people are enduring a miserable existence of their own making
So many wonderin' why they can't get out
A large number of people are perplexed about why they are unable to escape their situation
Just runnin, runnin, runnin
They are constantly running, without finding a resolution
The first taste of the apple when he bit in
When he experienced something new for the first time
It taste so sweet it felt a little gritty
Although enjoyable, there was a slightly unpleasant aspect to it
But now there's no fruit on the tree
Now, there is nothing left to gain or obtain
He's eaten them all but he still feels hungry
Despite consuming all available options, he still feels unsatisfied
Jonny settled down from the city to a town where he used to be
Johnny decided to leave the city and return to the town where he grew up
Just a little boy with a big ol dream beneath the family tree
As a young boy, he had ambitious dreams while being rooted in his family's history
But now no one is around
Currently, there is nobody there for him
With no time to slow down
He is constantly occupied and does not have the opportunity to take a break
To listen to an old man talk of who he used to be
To hear an elderly person reminiscing about their past self
Sufferin', They're livin' in their own hell
Enduring pain and hardship, trapped in their self-created misery
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Michael Mineo
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mike Mineo
Thanks for listening :) You an watch the LYRIC VIDEO here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhzlJOftul0
Carolyn F
Love it! Singing it in my head already 😁
Chill Out Records - No Copyright Music
This is a truly amazing song Mike :)
Where's my chill out family at?
Just Chill Entertainment
🔥
Lisa Bauman
Love this song and now a cool video to go along with it! Excellent!
Performance Enhancing Pancakes
Why doesn't this have more veiws? nice man!
gone baby gone
5th view, 2nd like 😃