While being an extremely successful producer for the international Music Industry in the 1980s, today his genius as a solo artist is mainly remembered by music enthusiasts and electronic music insiders. The German electronic artist Bob Humid claims to be influenced a lot by Hine's highly developed production skills where audio-edits were to a large extent meaningful and precise. Rupert Hine was a enthusiastic user of the Fairlight CMI, the world's first Sampling Synthesizer.
Running Away
Rupert Hine Lyrics
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I'm running away
Tearing off the strips on the wall
And wondering at the wonder of it all
There's a long way to go
A long way to go
Felling kinda lazy on my chaise longue
There's too far to go
Friend lead me home
Defense a Puteaux
Well who could lose a ticket
on the metro?
I'm so casual
Who got de way?
I'll take any way,
home
The lyrics of "Running Away" by Rupert Hine are a contemplation of escape and desire for home at the same time. The singer is running away from something, and in doing so they are ripping the strips off the wall, signifying a breaking away from what is familiar. They are in awe of the wonder that surrounds them, and the words suggest that whatever is driving them away is not necessarily all bad. However, there is still a long way to go, which could be interpreted as a journey of discovery or a quest to find themselves. The refrain, "I wish I was home," is a longing for the comfort and familiarity of what is known, and "Felling kinda lazy on my chaise longue" further emphasizes the desire for relaxation and the sense of being at home.
The second verse introduces a specific location, "Defense a Puteaux," and references the metro. These details suggest that the singer may be in Paris, and perhaps they are a foreigner or a tourist. The lyrics show the singer as being casual and easygoing, willing to take any way home. The last line, "I'll take any way, home," provides a sense of hopefulness in contrast to the rest of the lyrics, which were tinged with a sense of longing or sadness. The song leaves the listener with the idea that even though there may be struggles and unknowns, there is always a way back home.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm running away
I am leaving my current situation for something better or different
Tearing off the strips on the wall
I am leaving physical evidence of my departure as a way of releasing my emotions
And wondering at the wonder of it all
I am reflecting on the beauty and mystery of life as I embark on this journey
There's a long way to go
The path ahead of me is filled with challenges and hardships
A long way to go
The journey will be difficult and require endurance
I wish I was home
Despite the excitement of running away, I also long for the comfort and safety of my familiar surroundings
Felling kinda lazy on my chaise longue
I am picturing myself resting comfortably at home, enjoying the simple pleasures of relaxation
There's too far to go
The distance between where I am now and where I want to be is overwhelming
Friend lead me home
I am seeking the guidance and assistance of someone I trust to help me find my way back to safety
Defense a Puteaux
The specific location I am in is not important; it is merely a starting point for my journey
Well who could lose a ticket on the metro?
I am making light of my situation by joking about the small, insignificant details
I'm so casual
I am trying to appear calm and composed, even though I am scared and uncertain about what lies ahead
Who got de way?
I am asking for directions or guidance to help me find my way home
I'll take any way, home
I am willing to take any path or direction that will ultimately lead me back to safety and familiarity
Contributed by Penelope V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.