The band has its roots in the 905 music scene with most members having been in various garage bands before The Creepshow. McNab was the singer/guitarist for local legends Outspan and Jersey. McGinty was the songwriter and trombonist for 905 ska band two-face and played trombone in Outspan as well. Matt "Pomade" Gee splits his time between The Creepshow and punk band Rehab for Quitters for which he also plays drums.
The Creepshow is known for their fast-paced songs filled with lots of backup vocals from McNab and McGinty and sing-alongs that the whole crowd can participate in. The band is also known for their live shows.
Run for Your Life
The Creepshow Lyrics
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Rot your bones and leave you paralyzed
This demon's got you she destroys you line by line
Like a train on a one way track
No don't wait until tomorrow
Your night is vanished by the devil
Your lies and empty promises are never gonna make it right
[chorus:]
RUN FOR YOUR LIFE
Nobodies gonna wake you up
Nobodies gonna save you now
She feeds on broken dreams and haunts you through the night
RUN FOR YOUR LIFE
Nobodies gonna wake you up
Nobodies gonna save you now
This train's a hell bound ride so hold your pillow tight
Took your soul and left nothing behind
Down to the depths of your wilted cries
This demon's got you she destroys you line by line
Stop now and you'll have to face it
Fleet footed baby and it's you she's chasin'
No don't wait until tomorrow
She'll drag you down and make you tremble
You can't escape this sufferin' there ain't no place to hide
[chorus]
Your never ending self destruction is gonna leave you with nothing
There's still time to save yourself and turn this into something
We built this up don't tear it down, we need you in this game
Cause once you're gone things are never gonna be the same
[chorus]
The Creepshow's song 'Run For Your Life' is a warning about the dangers of falling into darkness and losing oneself to the demons within. The lyrics describe a relentless force that slowly destroys its victim, leaving them with nothing but broken dreams and wilted cries. The demon is compared to a train on a one-way track, perpetually moving forward and never looking back, and the only way to escape its grip is to run for your life and never look back. The chorus repeats this warning, emphasizing the importance of taking action before it's too late. The lyrics also offer a glimmer of hope, reminding the listener that there is still time to turn things around and save oneself from the darkness.
Overall, the song is a powerful message about facing one's demons and taking control of one's own life. It acknowledges the difficulty of breaking free from destructive patterns, but stresses the importance of fighting back and never giving up.
Line by Line Meaning
So awake it'll sting your eyes
The situation is so intense that it will hurt your senses and make you fully alert.
Rot your bones and leave you paralyzed
The demon destroys you fully, leaving nothing behind and unable to move.
This demon's got you she destroys you line by line
The demon slowly and methodically destroys you bit by bit.
Like a train on a one way track
The situation is like a train that is constantly moving forward and cannot be stopped.
Keeps on goin' never coming back
The situation persists and cannot be reversed.
No don't wait until tomorrow
Don't procrastinate, take action now.
Your night is vanished by the devil
The demon has power over the darkness and takes away your peaceful night.
Your lies and empty promises are never gonna make it right
Trying to deceive or manipulate others won't fix the situation.
RUN FOR YOUR LIFE
Escape the situation before it's too late.
Nobodies gonna wake you up
No one will be there to save you or bring you back to reality.
Nobodies gonna save you now
You are on your own and cannot rely on anyone else for help.
She feeds on broken dreams and haunts you through the night
The demon thrives on negativity and fear, and will torment you when you're vulnerable.
This train's a hell bound ride so hold your pillow tight
The situation is a one-way trip to Hell, so cling to any comfort you can find.
Took your soul and left nothing behind
The demon has robbed you of your essence and left you with nothing remaining.
Down to the depths of your wilted cries
You are left with only despair and sadness, reduced to tears.
Stop now and you'll have to face it
Ignoring the situation will only make it worse.
Fleet footed baby and it's you she's chasin'
You must act quickly and move fast to get away from the demon.
You can't escape this sufferin' there ain't no place to hide
The demon's grasp is inescapable, and there is nowhere to run or hide.
Your never ending self destruction is gonna leave you with nothing
Continuing down a path of self-destruction will result in total loss.
There's still time to save yourself and turn this into something
It's not too late to turn the situation around and make something positive out of it.
We built this up don't tear it down, we need you in this game
Collectively, we have created something that should not be destroyed, and we need your help to continue.
Cause once you're gone things are never gonna be the same
If you don't take action to save the situation, it will be irreparably damaged and things will never be the same.
Contributed by Ian S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mattsperk1238
Love this tune!! Watched them in Ottawa and became an obsessed fan
@AlexPoutineVids
Here in 2022. Still think this album is incredible.
@godnness
I love her voice.
@raec610
I felt the same way when I came across them. When I first found them they had just switched their front-woman from Jen Blackwood to her sister Sarah. If you've just found them recently then that would mean you got into them just as they replaced Sarah with someone else. So who you hear on this track is no longer with them. Sadly. But she's doing her own thing & is involved in another project (Walk Off The Earth), if you want to check them out. Be warned though they're nothing like The Creepshow.
@syndakitpanda1777
Saw them live at the juke joint in Anaheim . Hipsters just kept the hairstyle lol . Good music good vibes
@yashafari1143
2021
@farismansor
2020 anyone?
@fl2s
Yea
@jediday6664
My brothers band opened for them about 13 years ago, it was an awesome show.
@erikaroxysalas6277
Yeah!