Powerlines
Runner and The Thermodynamics Lyrics

I wanna be on radio
I desire to have my music played on the radio

You know I hate the radio-oh oh
However, I have disdain for what is typically played on the radio

You have to be cool
To be successful on the radio, one needs to have a certain level of appeal

You just gotta look so
One's appearance is a significant factor in achieving success on the radio

I wanna have a video
I desire to have a music video

You know I hate the video-oh oh
However, I dislike the concept of music videos

You don't have to have something to say
Speficially with music videos, the message is not as important as the visual appeal

You just say so
The content of the video does not necessarily matter, as long as it looks good

Just say no
Refusing to sell out for fame and success

No to the radio
Rejecting the mainstream radio culture

Just say no
Standing up for what one believes in

No to the video
Choosing not to participate in the norms of the music industry

Just say no
Making decisions for oneself and not falling to industry pressure

And you'll think so
This refusal may lead to being more respected or admired, regardless of mainstream acknowledgement

The better lights are commonplace
Better lighting is commonly used in music videos for visual appeal

I see through it so I could see my face
Recognizing the superficial focus of the music industry and striving for authenticity

We could be notions
There's potential to create something powerful beyond the norm

Bottles in oceans of decay
Creating something impactful amidst all the noise and decay of the music industry

The powerlines are commonplace
Powerlines are everywhere, yet also significant and impactful

I still see e-electric out of outerspace
Despite their ubiquity, electrical currents are still fascinating

We could be lightning
There's potential for something extraordinary, such as lightning, in the usual

Pockets of lightning in the lines
Electricity and lightning can be found in unexpected places

behind your eyes
Metaphorically, one must be perceptive to find these hidden forces

When I see the powerlines
Seeing the powerlines evokes a sense of homecoming

I'm ten miles from my home
When I see the powerlines, I know I'm close to my home

When I see the wayward pines
Similarly, seeing the wayward pines marks a certain proximity to home

I'm five miles from my home
Within five miles of home when I see the wayward pines

When I see the Detroit signs
Detroit signs signify greater closeness to home

I'm one mile from home
Within one mile of home with Detroit signs insight

When I see my baby
When I am with my lover / significant other

Waiting for me
anticipating my arrival

I know, I know,
I feel a sense of connection and understanding

I'm home
I have returned to where I belong