Wake Up
Run River North Lyrics
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You can sleep late I don′t mind
Break some eggs make a mixtape
Let it play like twenty times
I ain't got no money but I got lots of time
So let′s spend a little, live a little
Cause everyday the sun'll rise
Come smell the roses
Dead for a moment
Set heaven on fire
Same life, same skin
Wear it out, I hope it fits
The sun is coming up
I think it's time (to wake up!)
Monday morning on the freeway
Run a bit late I don′t mind
Break my back, make a mistake
Another day, I′m getting by
We ain't got no money but we got lots of time
So let′s spend a little, live a little
Cause everyday the sun'll
Come smell the roses
Oh, come take your time
Dead for a moment
Set heaven on fire
Same life, same skin
Wear it out, I hope it fits
The sun is coming up
I think it′s time (to wake up!)
We ain't go no money but we got lots of time
Come smell the roses
Oh, come take your time
Dead for a moment
Set heaven on fire
Same life, same skin
Wear it out, I hope it fits
The sun is coming up
I think it′s time (to wake up!)
The lyrics to "Wake Up" by Run River North capture the essence of living in the present moment and embracing the joy in everyday life. The song starts off with a lazy, Sunday morning where the singer invites someone to stay in bed and enjoy the simple pleasures like making breakfast and listening to music. Despite lacking money, they have an abundance of time and choose to live a little and appreciate the beauty of each day. The line "Come smell the roses, oh, come take your time" signifies the importance of slowing down, being present, and savoring the sweet moments of life.
The second verse brings us to Monday morning on the freeway, where the singer acknowledges the challenges and the mundane routine of daily life. However, they still maintain a positive outlook and emphasize the value of time over material possessions. The repeated line "we ain't got no money but we got lots of time" highlights the theme of prioritizing experiences and connections over material wealth. The chorus reinforces the sentiment to seize the day and not let life pass by unnoticed. It urges the listener to wake up, not only physically but also metaphorically, to fully embrace and appreciate the opportunities that each day brings.
Line by Line Meaning
Sunday morning back at my place
It's a peaceful and relaxed Sunday morning, and I am at my home.
You can sleep late I don′t mind
Feel free to sleep in as much as you want, it doesn't bother me.
Break some eggs make a mixtape
Let's make breakfast by cracking some eggs, and at the same time, create a compilation of our favorite songs.
Let it play like twenty times
Play the mixtape on repeat, enjoying the music multiple times without getting tired of it.
I ain't got no money but I got lots of time
Although I don't have much money, I have an abundance of free time.
So let's spend a little, live a little
Let's not worry too much about money and enjoy ourselves by doing things we love.
Cause everyday the sun'll rise
Every day, the sun will rise, signifying a new day and new opportunities.
Come smell the roses
Take the time to appreciate and enjoy the small pleasures in life, represented by the fragrance of roses.
Oh, come take your time
Relax and go at your own pace, there's no rush.
Dead for a moment
Feel a temporary pause, as if time stops for a brief moment.
Set heaven on fire
Ignite a passion and excitement in our lives as if we are experiencing something extraordinary.
Same life, same skin
We are living the same life, being ourselves without any pretense or facades.
Wear it out, I hope it fits
Fully embrace and exhaust the possibilities and experiences that life has to offer, hoping it aligns with who we are.
The sun is coming up
The sun is rising, indicating the start of a new day.
I think it's time (to wake up!)
It's time to awaken and seize the day, taking advantage of the opportunities that lie ahead.
Monday morning on the freeway
It's now a Monday morning, and I am on the busy freeway for work.
Run a bit late I don′t mind
Although I am running slightly behind schedule, it doesn't bother me.
Break my back, make a mistake
I'm putting in a lot of effort and working hard, even if there are occasional errors.
Another day, I′m getting by
Despite the challenges, I am managing and coping with another day.
We ain't got no money but we got lots of time
Neither of us has much money, but we have an abundance of time to enjoy each other's company.
The sun'll
The sun will
We ain't go no money but we got lots of time
We may not have much money, but we have plenty of time to spend together.
Writer(s): Alex Hwang, Daniel Chae, Sally Kang, Nick Anderson
Contributed by Ellie C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@krisgoetze5659
So happy I found this band, they ended being one of my most listened to on my Spotify rewind thing. I get happy chills from this aahh
@runrivernorth
happy chills right back at you :) thanks kris~
@Limxuv
I ain’t got no money but I’ve got lots of time. Felt that in my soul
@runrivernorth
feel it in my soul every day
@runrivernorth
Thanks for all the love y’all
@justforfun6922
I love u guys so much I can’t
@yohanaana5132
I JUST FOUND YOU ALL. IM IN LOVE🔥❤️
@reverend2010
This just took me out of a depressive phase. Thank y'all
@jacquesrivette2956
@Zach Revis love this song. It’s one of those songs you fell in love With on the first hearing of it
@sarastrajnic4124
This needs to blow up, it's so good wow it has like "everything will be all right, just enjoy life and relax" type of vibe that makes you dance in your room and it's amazing af