Born To Run
SONOS ROAM - Bruce Springsteen Lyrics


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In the day we sweat it out on the streets
Of a runaway American dream
At night we ride through the mansions of glory
In suicide machines
Sprung from cages on Highway 9
Chrome wheeled, fuel injected, and steppin' out over the line
Oh, baby this town rips the bones from your back
It's a death trap, it's a suicide rap
We gotta get out while we're young
'Cause tramps like us, baby, we were born to run
Yes, girl, we were

Wendy, let me in, I wanna be your friend
I wanna guard your dreams and visions
Just wrap your legs 'round these velvet rims
And strap your hands 'cross my engines
Together we could break this trap
We'll run 'til we drop, baby, we'll never go back
Oh, will you walk with me out on the wire?
'Cause, baby, I'm just a scared and lonely rider
But I gotta know how it feels
I want to know if love is wild
Babe, I want to know if love is real
Oh, can you show me

Beyond the Palace, hemi-powered drones
Scream down the boulevard
Girls comb their hair in rearview mirrors
And the boys try to look so hard
The amusement park rises bold and stark
Kids are huddled on the beach in the mist
I wanna die with you, Wendy, on the street tonight
In an everlasting kiss

(One, two, three, four)

The highway's jammed with broken heroes
On a last chance power drive
Everybody's out on the run tonight
But there's no place left to hide
Together, Wendy, we can live with the sadness
I'll love you with all the madness in my soul
Oh, someday, girl, I don't know when
We're gonna get to that place
Where we really wanna go and we'll walk in the sun
But 'til then, tramps like us
Baby, we were born to run

Oh honey, tramps like us
Baby, we were born to run




Come on with me, tramps like us
Baby, we were born to run

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Born to Run" by Bruce Springsteen are a testament to the power of youth and the desire to escape the constraints of everyday life. It speaks to the dreams and ambitions of those who seek more from life than what they have been given. The song describes the harsh realities of living in a town that "rips the bones from your back" and offers little hope for the future. But it also speaks to the courage and determination of those who refuse to give up, who are willing to risk everything to pursue their dreams.


The song begins by describing the daily grind of working-class life and the desire to escape from it. The singer speaks of "sweating it out on the streets" of an "American dream" that has gone awry, and the need to "get out while we're young" before it's too late. But the song is also a love letter to a girl named Wendy, who is the singer's partner in the journey. Together, they will "break this trap" and "run 'til we drop" in pursuit of a better life.


The lyrics are full of powerful imagery, from the "suicide machines" the singer and Wendy ride in to the "hemi-powered drones" that scream down the boulevard. The song captures the sense of danger and excitement that comes with being young and in love, as well as the fear and uncertainty that go along with it. In the end, though, the message is one of hope: that no matter how difficult the journey may be, we were all born to run.


Line by Line Meaning

In the day we sweat it out on the streets
During the day, we work hard to make a living in the tough urban environment.


Of a runaway American dream
We strive for success and prosperity in America, but it can feel like an elusive goal.


At night we ride through the mansions of glory
We oftentimes dream big and imagine ourselves living in luxurious homes and enjoying the good life.


In suicide machines
Our cars can be dangerous and we take risks by driving recklessly.


Sprung from cages on Highway 9
We feel trapped in this urban environment, so we seek escape on the open road.


Chrome wheeled, fuel injected, and steppin' out over the line
Our cars are modified with flashy features and we often drive beyond the speed limit.


Oh, baby this town rips the bones from your back
The city is a harsh and unforgiving place that can wear you down.


It's a death trap, it's a suicide rap
Life in this city feels dangerous and risky, like a never-ending battle to survive.


We gotta get out while we're young
We need to escape the city and chase our dreams while we are still young and have the chance to do so.


'Cause tramps like us, baby, we were born to run
We are adventurers and rebels at heart, always looking for our next challenge and adventure.


Wendy, let me in, I wanna be your friend
I want to connect with you on a deeper level and share our hopes and dreams.


I wanna guard your dreams and visions
I want to support you in your aspirations and help protect your dreams and goals.


Just wrap your legs 'round these velvet rims
Let's take a joyride in my sleek and stylish car.


And strap your hands 'cross my engines
Hold tight to the engine as we speed down the open road.


Together we could break this trap
If we work together, we can escape the limitations and constraints of our urban environment.


We'll run 'til we drop, baby, we'll never go back
We'll push ourselves to the limit and never look back at the past.


Oh, will you walk with me out on the wire?
Will you take a risk with me and join me on an adventure?


'Cause, baby, I'm just a scared and lonely rider
Despite my tough exterior, I'm actually afraid and seeking companionship on this journey.


But I gotta know how it feels
I need to experience the thrill and excitement of new adventures and experiences.


I want to know if love is wild
I want to explore the unknown and discover new facets of love and life.


Babe, I want to know if love is real
I want to know if true love exists and if I can find it on this journey.


Beyond the Palace, hemi-powered drones
Beyond the limitations of this city, we can find freedom and power with our cars.


Scream down the boulevard
Our cars are powerful and can make a lot of noise as we speed down the road.


Girls comb their hair in rearview mirrors
We attract attention from others, including women who admire our cars and lifestyle.


And the boys try to look so hard
Other men are jealous of us and try to compete by appearing tough and cool.


The amusement park rises bold and stark
The amusement park represents the excitement and thrill of new experiences and adventures we can have.


Kids are huddled on the beach in the mist
Others are watching us and looking up to us as adventurous and exciting.


I wanna die with you, Wendy, on the street tonight
I want to live life to the fullest and experience everything with you, even if it means taking risks.


In an everlasting kiss
I want our love to last forever, even if we live fast and take risks.


The highway's jammed with broken heroes
The road is filled with people who have taken risks and made sacrifices to achieve their dreams, but may not have succeeded.


On a last chance power drive
We are desperate to succeed and achieve the power and status we desire.


Everybody's out on the run tonight
Everyone is chasing their dreams and seeking adventure on this night.


But there's no place left to hide
Despite our best efforts, it's difficult to escape the challenges and harsh realities of life.


Together, Wendy, we can live with the sadness
We can support each other through the tough times and find happiness despite the challenges of life.


I'll love you with all the madness in my soul
I will love you passionately and with all the intensity of my being.


Oh, someday, girl, I don't know when
We don't know when or if we will achieve our dreams, but we will keep striving anyway.


We're gonna get to that place
We will overcome our challenges and reach our goals one day.


Where we really wanna go and we'll walk in the sun
We will achieve true success and happiness, and we will bask in the glory of our accomplishments.


But 'til then, tramps like us
Until we reach our goals, we will continue to take risks and chase our dreams.


Baby, we were born to run
We are natural adventurers and risk-takers, born to explore the world and create our own destiny.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Bruce Springsteen

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