Road Runner
Thomas Denver Jonsson & The September Sunrise Lyrics
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Guess you know it by now
Better leave your mind in the car instead
I don't waiting for the war to come
Praying for a lonely heart to break
Bluebirds waiting for their chance
Do you know where the river ends
To the lies when we were united
And surely started to faint away
Far inside the setting sun
Oh, the Morning daylight still rests
Praying for a broken heart to buy
Who know what the tide will bring
I don't know where the sun will take me
But I ain't going back no more
To the start to the steady motion
One more try to rise
Praying for a lonely heart to break
Fading sun again
The lyrics to Thomas Denver Jonsson & The September Sunrise's "Road Runner" discuss the struggle of moving on from the past, while uncertain of where the future will lead. The singer questions if the listener knows the story, implying that they are not alone in their journey, but ultimately acknowledges that they have to leave their mind in the car and take on this journey alone. They continue to express that they are tired of waiting for war, and are praying for a broken heart to buy, perhaps indicating that they are willing to take risks and experience heartbreak in order to move forward. The bluebirds also appear to be waiting for their chance, possibly representing opportunities that are waiting to be seized.
The chorus sees the singer continuing to question what the future holds, stating that they do not know where the sun will take them, but they are not willing to go back to where they started. They want to rise above their steady motion and try again, acknowledging that the fading sun symbolizes the end of something and the beginning of something new. Ultimately, the lyrics of "Road Runner" convey a sense of determination to let go of the past and embrace the unknown future, despite not knowing what it may bring.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you know how the story goes
Do you understand the sequence of events that led up to this moment?
Guess you know it by now
It is likely that you are aware of what has taken place thus far.
Better leave your mind in the car instead
It might be best to clear your head and focus on the present moment.
I don't waiting for the war to come
I am not willing to wait for conflict to arise before taking action.
Praying for a lonely heart to break
I hope for someone who is alone or isolated to find love or companionship.
Bluebirds waiting for their chance
There are good opportunities coming and we must be prepared for them.
Do you know where the river ends
Do you comprehend the ultimate destination or conclusion of this situation?
Pray for good, pray for lords
I ask for a positive outcome and seek guidance or assistance from a higher power.
To the lies when we were united
We were previously together, but were not truthful with each other.
And surely started to faint away
Things began to deteriorate or fade quickly.
Far inside the setting sun
In the distance, the sun is falling beyond the horizon.
Oh, the Morning daylight still rests
Despite the apparent ending of this cycle, hope lies in the promise of a new day.
Praying for a broken heart to buy
I wish for someone who is heartbroken to find solace either through love or restoration.
Who know what the tide will bring
We cannot predict what the future holds.
I don't know where the sun will take me
I am unsure of what lies ahead on this journey.
But I ain't going back no more
I am determined to move forward and leave the past behind me.
To the start to the steady motion
Returning to the initial pace and rhythm of life.
One more try to rise
I am willing to attempt once more to overcome any obstacles before me.
Fading sun again
As the sun sets, another day comes to a close.
Lyrics © FLAT TOWN MUSIC CO., A DIV. OF SWALLOW PUBLICATIONS, INC.
Written by: CLIFTON CHENIER
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