Walk Away
The Murphys Lyrics


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So you say you fell in love
And you're gonna get married
Raise yourself a family
How simple life can be
Somewhere it all went wrong
And your plan just fell apart
And you ain't got the heart
To finish what you started

Yeah you fell in love
And you went and got married
Had yourself a family
How simple life can be
Somewhere it all went wrong
And your plan just fell apart
And you ain't got the heart
To finish what you started

The ones that you loved
The ones that you left behind
The ones that you said you tried to find
They tried to find you

The ones that you loved
The ones that you left behind
The ones that you said you tried to find
They tried to find you

Somewhere it all went wrong
And your plan just fell apart
And you ain't got the heart
To finish what you started
You walked out that door
To find out where you belong
To fulfill your own selfish dreams
I think you might have forgotten

The ones that you loved
The ones that you left behind
The ones that you said you tried to find
They tried to find you

The ones that you loved
The ones that you left behind




The ones that you said you tried to find
They tried to find you

Overall Meaning

The Murphy's song "Walk Away" tells the story of a person who fell in love, got married, and started a family, only to have their plans fall apart. The song speaks to the complexity of human relationships and the heartache that can come with trying to follow one's dreams while leaving loved ones behind. The lyrics are poignant and emotive, capturing the pain and regret of someone who feels they have let down those they care about.


The first verse sets the scene for the story, describing the singer's initial hopes and dreams for a simple life of love and family. However, as the song progresses, it becomes clear that something has gone wrong, and the singer is struggling to pick up the pieces. The chorus repeats the idea that the singer has left loved ones behind and has lost touch with those they once cared about.


The second verse adds depth to the story, suggesting that the singer left to pursue their own "selfish dreams" without considering the impact on those they left behind. The song ends with a powerful reminder that the ones left behind have not given up on the singer, despite their hurt and disappointment.


Overall, "Walk Away" is a touching and honest portrayal of the complexities of life and love. It speaks to the struggles that many people face as they try to follow their dreams while balancing the needs and desires of others.


Line by Line Meaning

So you say you fell in love
You claim that you fell in love


And you're gonna get married
And you have decided to marry


Raise yourself a family
To start a family of your own


How simple life can be
It seems as if life is pretty straightforward


Somewhere it all went wrong
At some point, things went astray


And your plan just fell apart
Your plan failed and fell apart


And you ain't got the heart
And you lack the courage or determination


To finish what you started
To complete what you initially began


The ones that you loved
The people you once cared for


The ones that you left behind
Those whom you abandoned


The ones that you said you tried to find
The people you claimed to have sought after


They tried to find you
They made an effort to locate you


You walked out that door
You walked away and left those you loved behind


To find out where you belong
In search of your place in the world


To fulfill your own selfish dreams
To fulfill your personal and self-centered aspirations


I think you might have forgotten
It appears that you may have disregarded




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Jim

Love this song. DM are one of the best punk bands from the 00's.

motorbikeTim1

*90s

fairy organs

favorite album from my childhood ❤️

Jii Laa

The song that introduced and got me into the band! Awfully awesome!!!

Codito

I love the lyrics of this song :)

Yodipoutekina XxX

I've proposed this song for my sister in law wedding, and it was accepted, so there will be a Dropkick song in the City Hall this saturday ....

Pim Tool

greatest band ever. makes my tear up.

Clayton Björk

Not sure they are they greatest band ever,but I will agree they wrote some of the best songs ever...great songs to drink beer too

Mike Phinney

This is a kick ass song. Reminds me of the Ramones and The Clash lol!

Eddie Horan

Found out about these guys a few years ago love Spotify simply put best band on the planet😀

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