Keep On Running
Spencer Group Davis Lyrics
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One fine day I'm gonna be the one
To make you understand
Oh, yeah, I'm gonna be your man.
Keep on running, running from my arms
One fine day I'm gonna be the one
To make you understand
Hey, hey, hey
Everyone is talking about me
It makes me feel so sad.
Hey, hey, hey
Everyone is laughing at me,
It makes me feel so bad,
So keep on running
Keep on running, running from my arms
One fine day I'm gonna be the one
To make you understand
Oh, yeah, I'm gonna be your man
The lyrics to Spencer Davis's song "Keep On Running" are about pursuing and trying to win over someone's love. The lyrics suggest that the singer of the song is currently chasing someone who is running away from them, but the singer is determined to continue chasing them until they win their love. The verses also mention how others are talking and laughing about the singer's pursuit, which makes them feel sad and bad. Despite this, the singer is resolute in their pursuit of love and will continue to chase until they make the person understand their feelings.
The lyrics of "Keep On Running" can be interpreted as a message of hope and determination. Despite the challenges and obstacles that the singer faces, they are not giving up on their pursuit of love. The upbeat and catchy melody of the song reinforces this feeling of determination, making it an uplifting and motivating song.
Line by Line Meaning
Keep on running, keep on hiding
I want you to keep avoiding me and hiding from me because I have a plan to make you fall in love with me.
One fine day I'm gonna be the one
Someday, I will be the person who finally wins your heart.
To make you understand
I am determined to make you see that we belong together.
Oh, yeah, I'm gonna be your man.
I am going to be the man that you choose to be with and love forever.
Keep on running, running from my arms
I know you are still trying to avoid me, but someday you will come to me willingly.
Hey, hey, hey
Listen to me, pay attention to what I have to say.
Everyone is talking about me
People are gossiping about me, and it hurts me to hear what they say.
It makes me feel so sad.
It hurts me to know that people are talking about me behind my back.
Everyone is laughing at me,
People are making fun of me, and it makes me feel even worse.
It makes me feel so bad,
It's really difficult for me to deal with the judgment and ridicule from others.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JACKIE EDWARDS
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@nitemareman1
Now that, ladies and gentlemen, is pure raw talent.
@meandwess
17 yrs old and already a star
@theresaakins2317
@@meandwess amazing!
@kennyamylee4046
That is spot on! Raw talent!
@larsgsanger3105
🌸🌺❤️
@oldbutfunkyable
I remember Saturday afternoons roller skating to this, I was 13, I’m nearly 69 now and still love this song. Steven Winwood’s voice is amazing.
@peterkonitzer4410
Same here.... still have that 45....
@geoffreystout5814
Stevie Winwood was only 18, what a talent!
@jimrawles6452
And even more amazingly, he was only 15 when he joined the Spencer Davis Group!
@kenseibert144
In 1966 when this concert was the Spencer Davis group and it was ahead of their times I'm listening to it in 2023 here and it's just beautiful music❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤