Running up That Hill
Placebo琀 Lyrics


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"If I only could, I'd be running up that hill.
If I only could, I'd be running up that hill."

It doesn't hurt me.
Do you want to feel how it feels?
Do you want to know that it doesn't hurt me?
Do you want to hear about the deal that I'm 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,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
Be running up that building.
If I only could, oh

You don't want to hurt me,
But see how deep the bullet lies.
Unaware I'm tearing you asunder.
Ooh, 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 won't be unhappy.

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,
Be running up that building,
Say, if I only could, oh...

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, oh"

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





"If I only could, I'd be running up that hill.
If I only could, I'd be running up that hill."

Overall Meaning

"Running Up That Hill" by Placebo is a song that explores the complexity of human relationships and the desire for understanding and empathy in the face of conflict. The opening lines repeated throughout the song, "If I only could, I'd be running up that hill," suggest a desire to escape from a difficult situation or to overcome a personal struggle. The song is sung in the first person, and the lyrics address another person directly, suggesting that the conflict may be a result of their relationship.


The lyrics ask whether the other person wants to understand the singer's experience, and whether they want to know that the singer is not hurt by the situation. The lines "there is thunder in our hearts/ Is there so much hate for the ones we love?" suggest that the situation is emotionally charged, and that even though the two parties care for each other, they are struggling to find a way to move forward.


The chorus, which repeats multiple times throughout the song, expresses the desire to make a deal with God in order to swap places with the other person and be able to run up that hill without problems. This can be interpreted as a desire to understand the other person's perspective, or to find a way to move past the conflict and find a sense of peace.


Overall, "Running Up That Hill" is a complex and emotional exploration of the struggles that often arise within human relationships, and the yearning for a deeper understanding and connection.


Line by Line Meaning

If I only could, I'd be running up that hill.
I am willing to do anything to leave behind the hurt that is holding me back, even if it means running up a hill.


It doesn't hurt me.
I am unaffected by the negativity that surrounds me.


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


Do you want to know that it doesn't hurt me?
Do you want to learn how to become invulnerable like me?


Do you want to hear about the deal that I'm making?
Do you want to know the arrangement I am making to overcome my pain?


You, it's you and me.
We are both in this together.


And if I only could, I'd make a deal with God,
If possible, I would do anything to overcome the obstacle in front of me.


Be running up that road,
I am determined to reach my destination.


Be running up that hill,
I am determined to overcome my troubles.


Be running up that building.
I will climb to the top of any obstacle that is in my way.


You don't want to hurt me,
I know you don't want to harm me intentionally.


But see how deep the bullet lies.
But can't you see the hidden damage that has already been done?


Unaware I'm tearing you asunder.
Inadvertently, I am destroying our relationship.


Ooh, there is thunder in our hearts.
We both feel the intensity of our emotions.


Is there so much hate for the ones we love?
Why do we often have negative feelings towards the people we care about the most?


Tell me, we both matter, don't we?
Reassure me that our relationship is still valuable and meaningful.


It's you and me.
Our relationship is a partnership of two people; me and you.


It's you and me won't be unhappy.
Together we can overcome any problems and be happy again.


C'mon, baby, c'mon darling,
Come on, let's work together to conquer our obstacles.


Let me steal this moment from you now.
Let me help you forget your problems and enjoy the present moment.


Let's exchange the experience, oh
Let's share our experiences and obstacles with each other for support.


With no problems.
If I could switch places with someone and overcome my obstacles with ease, I would do so.




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

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@raymond77120

C'est magnifique Merci à vous.....

@wishingwelltrio4727

Merci beaucoup 🙏🏻

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Superbe interprétation, je partage sur mes réseaux sociaux. (Hedi)

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@EubenHope

Woow This is very beautiful my friend! 👏🏼You did an awesome job 😊 (I covered this too btw) 😄

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