Come Running
Morrison (Van) Lyrics


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By the side of the tracks where the train goes by
The wind and the rain will catch you, you will sigh
Deep in your heart
Then you'll come a-running to me, mmm
You'll come a-running to me, yeah-yeah
Well, you watch the train go 'round the bend
Play in dust and dream that it will never end
Deep in your heart
But you'll come a-running to me, yeah
You'll come a-running to me, all right
Said, hey, come a-running to me
Oh, come a-running to me
Yeah-yeah, come a-running to me
Said, hey, come a-running to me
Oh, come a-running to me
Hey, yeah, come a-running to me
With your hound dog by your side
And your arms stretched out open wide
I want to keep you satisfied in the morning sun
By my side, come on, come on run, all right, hey, hey
In the country
Kicking sand up with your heels
Think to yourself how good it feels
Throw away all your walking shoes
Then you come running to me
Hey, hey, now you come running to me
I said, hey, come a-running to me
Oh, come a-running to me
Hey, yeah, come a-running to me
Hey, come a-running to me
Oh, come a-running to me
Hey, yeah, come a-running to me
Come on, come on, run (hey, come a-running to me)
Wanna run, come on, run (oh, come a-running to me)




Come on run, come on, come on, run to me (hey, come a-running to me)
You gotta rainbow if you run to me

Overall Meaning

Van Morrison’s “Come Running” is a heart-warming and romantic song that offers a message of hope and reassurance to the listener. The song’s lyrics suggest that no matter how tough or cold life may seem, there is always someone who will be there to provide comfort and a safe haven when one is emotionally and physically depleted. The verses detail the feeling of despair and loneliness one can experience while waiting by the side of the train track in the rain, watching the train go by, and feeling lost and disconnected from the world. However, these feelings are replaced by a sense of relief when the listener comes to realize that there is a person who will always be waiting to offer unconditional love and a warm embrace.


The lyrics of “Come Running” seem to suggest that love can be found in the most mundane and unlikely places. The singer’s love for someone is revealed through the simple actions of watching the train go by, playing in the dust, and kicking sand up with their heels. It is through these simple moments that the listener can understand that true love is not always about grand gestures, but sometimes it is found in the everyday moments of life.


In conclusion, Van Morrison’s “Come Running” is a beautiful song that provides a message of hope and reassurance to its listeners. The song’s lyrics and melody work together to create a comforting sensation that all will be well, no matter how difficult the road ahead may seem.


Line by Line Meaning

By the side of the tracks where the train goes by
Standing beside the tracks where the train runs through


The wind and the rain will catch you, you will sigh
The wind and rain will affect you emotionally and make you sigh


Deep in your heart
In the deepest part of your heart and emotions


Then you'll come a-running to me, mmm
You'll come running to me seeking comfort


You'll come a-running to me, yeah-yeah
You'll come running to me for emotional support


Well, you watch the train go 'round the bend
You watch the train circularly disappearing into the distance


Play in dust and dream that it will never end
You play in the dust and wish that the moment never ends


But you'll come a-running to me, yeah
Finally, you'll run to me for solace


You'll come a-running to me, all right
You'll definitely run to me


Said, hey, come a-running to me
Invitation to run to me for support


Oh, come a-running to me
Come running to me for comfort and relief


Said, hey, come a-running to me
Reiterated invitation to seek help


With your hound dog by your side
With your dog accompanying you


And your arms stretched out open wide
Your arms stretched as if ready for an embrace


I want to keep you satisfied in the morning sun
I want to keep you contented in the bright and early morning sun


By my side, come on, come on run, all right, hey, hey
To run to my side and feel comforted, urged on by the lyrics


In the country
In the countryside


Kicking sand up with your heels
Kicking up sand with your heels


Think to yourself how good it feels
Think to yourself how satisfying and pleasant it feels


Throw away all your walking shoes
Discarding your walking shoes


Then you come running to me
You run to me in response to this song


Hey, hey, now you come running to me
Hey now, you finally run to me


Come on, come on, run (hey, come a-running to me)
Encouraging you to run to me for comfort


Wanna run, come on, run (oh, come a-running to me)
Invitation to run towards me, assured of solace


Come on run, come on, come on, run to me (hey, come a-running to me)
Repeated request to run and seek my help


You gotta rainbow if you run to me
Implying that running to me leads to a brighter future




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: VAN MORRISON

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