Before this, they were a hip-hop group with the single album Rock City and the EPy El Producto. After a 16 year hiatus, they released their sophomore album Wildflower (2016), which was followed by We Will Always Love You (2020).
2. A defunct American surf rock group
NOTE: The former band actually got their name from the latter, as The Avalanches' " Ski Surfin''" album was known to be their favorite album.
The Avalanches was an instrumental surf rock studio group, active in the 1960s, which included Billy Strange, Tommy Tedesco, David Gates (later of Bread) and Hal Blaine. In 1963 they recorded an LP Ski Surfin', which was re-released in 2007.
running away
The Avalanches Lyrics
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Dippy doo, run, run, run
Hey, I'm taking my bag
And I'm running away now
'Cause you've been mean to me
And I've been good to you
And I've been oh so strong
You don't spend the time when I'm in need
We don't love each other like we used to do
We don't love each other like we used to do
Running, running, running far away
You don't do the things you used to do
Hey, I'm taking my bag
And I'm running away now
'Cause you've been mean to me
And I've been good to you
And I've been oh so strong
Hey ya ya ha ha
Yes, I'm running away
Can't say I need you
Running, running, running far away
Running, running, running far away
The song "Running Away" by The Avalanches features unique lyrics that express the desire to escape a toxic relationship. The opening line "Dippy doo, run, run, run" is a nonsensical phrase that is repeated throughout the song to create a sense of urgency and movement. The singer of the song decides to take action by packing their bag and leaving the relationship because they have been treated poorly, while they have remained faithful and strong. The repetition of the line "And I've been oh so strong" emphasizes the singer's resilience in the face of mistreatment.
The chorus repeats the phrase "We don't love each other like we used to do" multiple times to highlight the deterioration of the relationship. The singer states that their partner no longer treats them the way they used to, which is a common issue in many relationships. Ultimately, the singer chooses to run away from the relationship because they feel neglected and unloved. The song ends with the phrase "Can't say I need you" to reinforce the singer's decision to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
Dippy doo, run, run, run
Encourages someone to keep running away
Dippy doo, run, run, run
Encourages someone to keep running away
Hey, I'm taking my bag
Leaving home with luggage
And I'm running away now
Escaping from a negative situation
'Cause you've been mean to me
The reason for leaving, someone mistreated the singer
And I've been good to you
The singer always treated the person well
And I've been oh so strong
The singer has tried to endure the tough situation for a long time
Hey ya ya ha ha
Expressing a sense of relief from escaping
You don't spend the time when I'm in need
Complaining about the lack of support from that person
We don't love each other like we used to do
The love between the person and the singer has changed over time
We don't love each other like we used to do
The love between the person and the singer has changed over time
Running, running, running far away
Emphasizing the act of running away
You don't do the things you used to do
Another complaint about the other person's changing behavior
Hey, I'm taking my bag
Leaving home with luggage
And I'm running away now
Escaping from a negative situation
'Cause you've been mean to me
The reason for leaving, someone mistreated the singer
And I've been good to you
The singer always treated the person well
And I've been oh so strong
The singer has tried to endure the tough situation for a long time
Hey ya ya ha ha
Expressing a sense of relief from escaping
Yes, I'm running away
Affirming the decision to escape
Can't say I need you
The person is not needed in the singer's life
Running, running, running far away
Emphasizing the act of running away
Running, running, running far away
Emphasizing the act of running away
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: EDWIN BIRDSONG, ROY AYERS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@notsteffharris1630
My boyfriend broke up with me yesterday on our 1 year.
I was driving and crying in the car when this song came on.
I pulled over and Shazzamed it.
The Avalanches are one of our favourite groups.
This song came into my life at the perfect time.
Thank you.
@hhoopplaa
[Chorus]
Running, running red lights
Red lights, red lights
I been running red lights
To get to you
Running, running red lights
Where you been running all night?
I been running red lights
Boom, boom, boom
[Verse 1: Rivers Cuomo]
I'm a thundercloud
Ready to burst, like Schrodinger
I'm crying in the car
An invalid
I'm off the grid
[Pre-Chorus: Rivers Cuomo]
Hans is looking for Liesel
Living in Union Square
Shoot this rabid canine
Something's gone
Horribly wrong
[Chorus]
Running, running red lights
Red lights, red lights
I been running red lights
To get to you
Running, running red lights
Where you been running all night?
I been running red lights
Boom, boom, boom
(lights, lights, lights lights, lights, lights, lights, lights)
[Verse 2: Rivers Cuomo]
I'm a thundercloud
Ready to burst, like Schrodinger
I'm crying in the car
An invalid
I'm off the grid
[Pre-Chorus: Rivers Cuomo]
Hans is looking for Liesel
Living in Union Square
Shoot this rabid canine
Something's gone
Horribly wrong
[Chorus]
Running, running red lights
Red lights, red lights
I been running red lights
To get to you
Running, running red lights
Where you been running all night?
I been running red lights
Boom, boom, boom
[Bridge: Pink Siifu, David Berman]
The light of my life is going out tonight in a pink champagne Corvette
The light in my life is going out tonight without a flicker of regret (Without a flicker of regret, dude)
I sleep three feet above the street in a pink champagne Corvette
Fly out into space, listen to the music the stars are making
Without a flicker of regret
[Outro: Rivers Cuomo]
California life is alright with me (x2)
We are, we are, we are, we are, we are all we have
California life is alright with me (x3)
We are, we are, we are, we are, we are all we have
California life is all right with me
Running, running red lights
Red lights, red lights
I been running red lights
To get to you
We are, we are, we are, we are, we are all we have
I been running red lights
Boom, boom, boom
@noizW
I think The Avalanches are the answer for people who have experienced the late 90s in their young life. They bring back this feeling of uniqueness - i could dance and sing to this song all day long, love it :)
@neutra__l8525
Interesting idea. I think I agree. Ive been trying to figure out why I think this group is so unbelievably good. Each song is like a hit of nostalgia from some time, and Im not sure when, but it was small and insignificant really but I can feel and smell it all so clearly. Imo, The Avalanches are one of the most underrated groups around.
@MyTaurus1984
I agree 100% 😃👍👌
@adriandenton6637
? I was born in 1975 and I absolutely love the Avalanches. Their albums (along with air) are packed full of 60s and 70s references. Watch 'Soda Jerk.'
@neutra__l8525
@Adrian Denton Yeah exactly. I thought OP meant that the music was from the 90's, but the aestetic was very much from the 70's and all over the place really. Like lots of moments in time all blended together through samples to create its own unique feeling of nostalgia, that was listened to in the 90's.
@adriandenton6637
@neutra__L The first album is a concept album (only found out recently) based on a
romantic travel film on a cruise liner. It's got loads of 70s cocktail bar tunes on it and disco/soul samples. The Avalanches grew up watching and listening to alternative 70s/80s American music and films. And their music is soaked in nostalgia (for their age). The OP may have meant that sampling was big in 90s which it was. Watch 'Soda Jerk' and it makes sense, especially for 'wildflower'.
@barneymiller5488
This is such a great piece. I'm biased cause I worked on it. I was the editor with director Greg, (Thanks for the credit Avalanches!) But it's really a great song and a wonderful video. Stay safe guys. Keep making music!
@unassumingaccount395
bruh tell the avalanches i love them for me ty-
@nicholasbarber8214
Nice cut mate! I know how much work goes into these things.
@TheNobod3
You absolutely nailed it!