Both are uni… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists under the stage name "The Green"
Both are unique and talented, one with Trip Hop tendencies, and the other rooted in Reggae.
Formed in 2009 in Oahu, Hawaii, The Green blends roots reggae with traditional Hawaiian vibes. Their self-titled debut album was named iTunes Best Reggae Album of 2010. "The Green" has sold over 14,000 copies, and includes the hit song "Love I," which continues to climb the AC Top 50 Chart. "There's plenty of invention, not imitation, which should propel The Green to the stratosphere reserved for few stars" (Honolulu Advertiser).
Based out of Atlanta, Georgia, "the Green" is a trip hop outfit that has released four electronic albums including "Emancipation" in 2006, "Dysnomia" in 2008, "White Bear Balloon" in 2009, and the newly released b-sides EP titled "Rise" in 2011.
Runaway Train
The Green Lyrics
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And look into her eyes if the future it lies
Oh yeah yeah
Oh yeah yeah
I can’t wait no more, no I know I won't need to
Stop visualizing cause the future ain't sided with you
With you
You know I’m standing right here, got nothing to lose
I got my foolish pride, got nothing to prove
Oh no
I'm on a runaway train, on this one way track
Mr. Engineer don't pull the brake cause I can't
I won't go back
Oh no
I said I won’t go back, Please mister don't change track
I can't take this no more, But really and a truly am I sure
It's been too long, the thing run out of style
How far along, say how many miles does it take girl?
To get to you girl?
It's just like Daniel and the lions, when he came out alive
Tell me what would they require for you to be by my side?
Oh yeah.
I said I won’t go back, Please mister don't change track
I can't take this no more, But really and a truly am I sure
The lyrics of "Runaway Train" by The Green describe the inner turmoil of a man who cannot wait to see the woman he loves. He is excited to meet her and is looking forward to the future they will share. However, he is also aware that his dreams may not come true, and the future may not be aligned with him. He is determined to stay true to himself and his feelings for the woman, even if it means going against the norms and expectations of society. He is on a one-way track, and despite being afraid of the unknown, he is not willing to go back. He acknowledges his foolish pride, but also his determination to keep going.
The line "It's been too long, the thing run out of style" could be interpreted as the societal pressure to conform to certain ways of life, such as settling down with a partner, having kids, and so on. The man is questioning the relevance of such expectations in his life, and whether they will truly lead him to happiness. He has been waiting for a long time, and is now on the brink of taking a leap of faith. The reference to Daniel and the lions is also significant, as it depicts a story of courage and determination in the face of adversity.
Overall, the lyrics of "Runaway Train" express the courage and determination of a man who is on the cusp of taking a leap of faith towards a future that may or may not be aligned with him. He is determined to stay true to his feelings and not give up, despite the risks and uncertainties of the journey ahead.
Line by Line Meaning
I can’t wait to take a look at her face
I am eager to finally see her in person and gaze into her eyes to see if we truly have a future together.
I can’t wait no more, no I know I won't need to
I have waited long enough and do not need to keep visualizing our future together because I know it won’t happen.
You know I’m standing right here, got nothing to lose
I am ready to confront the situation because I have nothing left to lose.
I'm on a runaway train, on this one way track
I feel like my life is out of control and I am moving towards an unavoidable fate.
Mr. Engineer don't pull the brake cause I can't
I am resigned to the fact that things are going to happen and cannot be stopped.
I won't go back
I refuse to go back to the way things were before.
Please mister don't change track
I am pleading with fate to let things continue the same way and not switch things up.
It's been too long, the thing run out of style
It’s been too long since we’ve been together and our relationship has grown stale.
How far along, say how many miles does it take girl?
I wonder how far apart we are and how much distance we would have to overcome to be together.
To get to you girl?
I am willing to do whatever it takes to be with you, no matter how difficult it may be.
It's just like Daniel and the lions, when he came out alive
Like Daniel, I am facing a seemingly impossible situation but I am determined to survive and come out on top.
Tell me what would they require for you to be by my side?
I am asking what needs to happen for you to be with me, and willing to do whatever it takes to make it possible.
But really and a truly am I sure
Despite my determination to be with you, I still question if it is truly meant to be.
Writer(s): Brandon Antone, Caleb Keolanui, Brad Watanabe, John Kennedy
Contributed by Ruby V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mamanda Panda
One of my absolute favorites and can absolutely relate right now.
Northern Flanker
Thank you 🙏🏽 thank you for turning it back on Imusic in Canada @thegreen much love and respect 🔥 keep thé hits coming brothers!!!
Morgan Alvarado
Brings back those middle school memories ❤️💛💚
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I can't wait to take a look at her face
And look into her eyes if the future it lies
Oh yeah yeah
Oh yeah yeah
I can't wait no more, no I know I won't need to
Stop visualizing cause the future ain't sided with you
With you
You know I'm standing right here, got nothing to lose
I got my foolish pride, got nothing to prove
Oh no
I'm on a runaway train, on this one way track
Mr. Engineer don't pull the brake cause I can't
I won't go back
Oh no
I said I won't go back, Please mister don't change track
I can't take this no more, But really and a truly am I sure
It's been too long, the thing run out of style
How far along, say how many miles does it take girl?
To get to you girl?
It's just like Daniel and the lions, when he came out alive
Tell me what would they require for you to be by my side?
Oh yeah.
I said I won't go back, Please mister don't change track
I can't take this no more, But really and a truly am I sure
Gabriel Ferreira
Um aloha do Brasil 🇧🇷❤️💚💛🖤
Esha Beans
FAV❤❤
Cashalerie Sanchez
♥️
Laurence Kirk
I LOVE TRAVELING TO THIS SONG ME AND MY V8BOSS/260.FORD.FALCON.AND THIS SONG WE GOOOODDDD
Antongnette Costa
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Johnny Walker
What will it take for you to be my side I Kant take this no more an really an truly am I sure all