Brand New
Running Like Lions Lyrics
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You left, reckless abandoned, as if we were on our own
Just cope with the only reason you're dead just like your heart
You took it for granted, you're changing directions
Searching for the answers, you gave up.
Just take that torch and pray for whoever you wanna pray
There's no such thing as calling it a common sense
I'll shake your hand, you'll burn that bridge, even If I'm crossing it
Don't even try to come back son, that bridge is gone
Just like an ash pile on a squall. It's time to break some walls.
You took it too far, led to seizures and fractures
Searching for the lights you've just turned off
Just take that torch and pray for whoever you wanna pray
I¥ll bring some matches and gasoline to play your game
There's no way out, I see the curly smoke of that bridge you had to burn
I¥ll let it go, build a new bridge instead of a cracking wall.
I refuse to think
I refuse to feel
I refuse to deal
I refuse to hold it.
I refuse to hold it against my wall
In Running Like Lions' song Brand New, the lyrics depict circumstances of loss, abandonment, and brokenness. The singer is reflecting on a relationship that has ended, and the pain and emotions that come with it. The flashing street lights and frail words represent the final moments of the relationship, where words that were once unclear now become crystal clear. The singer realizes that in some ways, the relationship has just begun, as they must now navigate the aftermath of the breakup and learn to move on.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of the other person leaving recklessly and without consideration for the singer's feelings. The metaphor of "just coping with the only reason you're dead just like your heart" implies that the other person did not fully consider the repercussions of their actions. The singer acknowledges that they were taken for granted, with the other person changing directions and searching for answers, only to ultimately give up.
The chorus of the song is a powerful declaration of moving on and refusal to let the situation hold them back. The singer takes control and chooses to start anew, even if it means burning bridges and building new ones. The imagery of the bridge burning represents the finality of the situation and the willingness to let go of the past to embrace the future. In the end, the singer refuses to let the pain and emotions of the breakup define them and holds steadfast against any attempts to hold onto it.
Line by Line Meaning
Street lights are flashing around us, frail words become so clear by now, then I realize, it has just began
Despite the chaos of our surroundings, the truth is becoming clearer to me. I'm only now beginning to understand the reality of our situation.
You left, reckless abandoned, as if we were on our own
You departed without a care for our situation, leaving us alone to fend for ourselves.
Just cope with the only reason you're dead just like your heart
You're unable to deal with the one thing that has caused you to shut down emotionally.
You took it for granted, you're changing directions, Searching for the answers, you gave up.
You've stopped valuing what you had and are now aimlessly searching for something else, despite having given up on it already.
Just take that torch and pray for whoever you wanna pray, I'll bring some matches and we will pretend to play your game
You can pray for whoever you want, but I'm not going to sit idly by. I'll take matters into my own hands and play along with your charade.
There's no such thing as calling it a common sense, I'll shake your hand, you'll burn that bridge, even If I'm crossing it
There's no logical reason for you to do what you're doing, but I'll still go along with it. You'll cut off ties even with those who are still willing to work with you.
Don't even try to come back son, that bridge is gone, Just like an ash pile on a squall. It's time to break some walls.
You've burnt your bridges and there's no going back. It's time to start anew and tear down the walls you've built around yourself.
You took it too far, led to seizures and fractures, Searching for the lights you've just turned off
Your actions have had severe consequences, causing pain and damage. You're looking for a way out of the hole you've dug yourself into.
There's no way out, I see the curly smoke of that bridge you had to burn, I'll let it go, build a new bridge instead of a cracking wall.
You can't escape the consequences of your actions, but I'm willing to move on and start anew by building a new bridge, rather than an unstable wall.
I refuse to think, I refuse to feel, I refuse to deal, I refuse to hold it. I refuse to hold it against my wall
I won't let your actions get to me emotionally or mentally. I won't allow it to affect the wall I've built to protect myself.
Contributed by Liliana J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.