On the Run
Tommy & The Terrors Lyrics
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We're leaving today, I'll lead the way, our perilous journey's begun
Crime and violence corrupting the heart, society's falling apart
All our nations are lost in this cruel holocaust, so run
Run, run, run, run, apocalypse
No sign of the 'Frame, we are to blame for the final destruction of man
Alliances spark down there in the dark, the underworld's coming alive
I see raiders and thieves marauding the streets, now run
Time is running out above your heads, in with the stars
Stop playing, it's clearly now your only viable solution
Run apocalypse run our time is running out and the damage is done
Run apocalypse run the seven seals of hell have been broken, the devil has won
Run, the countdown is on, the final hour has come now the end has begun
Run apocalypse run our souls are forsaken, our faith has been shaken, it's time to awaken
The devil has won
It's break of day, we're crawling our way down through the tunnels below
Then just like he said, there's light up ahead, only a few miles to go
We run down the valley and up to the hills, where Starblade's awaiting on high
We all climb aboard, charting our course, we're alive
Coordinates are set, fire up the jets, wipe away the sweat, repress all your regrets
Power up throttle down safety check ah no time hold onto your heads
We're bound for Sirrah's eye
Run apocalypse run our time is running out and the damage is done
Run apocalypse run the seven seals of hell have been broken, the devil has won
Run, the countdown is on, the final hour has come now the end has begun
Run apocalypse run
Our souls are forsaken, our faith has been shaken, it's time to awaken
The devil has taken everything we love
The lyrics of Tommy & The Terrors's song "On the Run" tells the story of a woman named Amy who is working the late shift in downtown, in what seems to be a seedy part of the city. She does not have a lot of money and is living in a less-than-ideal situation, but she has made up her mind to leave it all behind. The lyrics suggest that she is running away from something or someone and has no intention of going back. The song highlights that Amy is having fun in another life and is not looking back, despite the reasons why she had to run.
Moreover, Amy's story is further depicted in the lyrics where she watches the young boys at the bar, and they all seem to understand that she is a transgender person. The boys do not seem to judge but instead accept her without offering a passing comment. It portrays that Amy is indeed enjoying her new life, free from prejudice and judgment. The lyrics are affecting and empowering, telling a story of someone who had to escape from their old life to be true to themselves.
In conclusion, "On the Run" by Tommy & The Terrors presents a poignant story about the personal journey of self-discovery and acceptance, even when the world seems to be against you. The song is an anthem of freedom, strength, and individuality.
Line by Line Meaning
She's working the late shift here downtown
She is employed and has a night shift job in downtown.
In the guts of the city
Working in the heart of the city where everything happens.
She got her room no money down
Amy has a room without paying anything in advance.
And it ain't too pretty
The room is not beautiful and comfortable.
But she made up her mind
Amy decided to take action.
To leave it behind
Amy wants to forget about her current situation and move on.
Amy had to run, but it's alright
Amy had to leave suddenly but she thinks it's okay.
She's having fun in another life
Amy is enjoying a new life.
And she won't be going back for anyone
She will not return to her previous life to meet anyone.
Now Amy's on the run
Amy is currently in the process of leaving her old life.
She's watching the young boys at the bar
Amy is observing the men at the bar.
All chiselled and flexing
The men's bodies are sculpted and they show off their muscles.
She tells them a joke or two then stops
Amy shares some jokes but then changes the topic abruptly.
Just short of confessing
Amy is almost revealing something personal about herself.
But they know she's a man
The men recognize that Amy is transgender.
And they all understand
The men comprehend and accept Amy's identity.
Why Amy had to run, it's alright
These men understand why Amy had to leave suddenly and they agree with her decision.
She's having fun in another life
Amy is still experiencing a new and enjoyable life.
And she won't be going back for anyone
Amy has no intention of going back to her old life for anyone.
Now Amy's on the run
Amy is still in the process of running away from her past life.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Arjen Anthony Lucassen
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