Running Up That Hill
Track and Field Lyrics


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It doesn't hurt me
You want to feel how it feels
You wanna know, know that it doesn't hurt me
You wanna hear about the deal I'm making
You...(If i only could... be runnin up that hill)
You and me...
And if I only could, make a deal with God,
Get him to swap our places
Be runnin up that road
Be runnin up that hill
Be running up that building
If i only could... oh...
You don't wanna hurt me
but see how deep the bullet lies
Unaware that I'm tearing you asunder
there's a thunder in our hearts, baby
So much hate for the ones we love
Tell me we both matter, don't we?
You...(If I only could... be running up that hill)
You and me...
You and me... won't be... unhappy
If i only could
Make a deal with God
Get him to swap our places
Be runnin up that road
Be runnin up that hill
Be runnin up that building
If i only could... ohh
Come on baby
Come on, come on darling
Let me steal this moment from you now
Come on angel
Come on, come on darling
Let's exchange the experience
Oh...
If i only could
Make a deal with God
Get him to swap our places
Be running up that road
Be runnin up that hill
No problems...
If I only could
Make a deal with God
Get him to swap our places
Be running up that road
Be running up that hill
No problems...
If i only could, be runnin up that hill
If I only could, be runnin up that hill
If I only could, be runnin up that hill
If I only could, be runnin up that hill
If i only could, be runnin up that hill




If I only could, be runnin up that hill
If I only could, be runnin up that hill

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Track and Field's song "Running Up That Hill" represent a desire to understand and empathize with another's experience. The first verse states, "It doesn't hurt me / You want to feel how it feels / You wanna know, know that it doesn't hurt me / You wanna hear about the deal I'm making" and suggests that the singer is open to sharing their emotions and making a connection with the listener. The chorus expresses the wish to swap places with the other person and to run up a metaphorical hill or obstacle, which could represent a struggle or a goal that they want to achieve. The lines "You don't wanna hurt me / but see how deep the bullet lies / Unaware that I'm tearing you asunder / there's a thunder in our hearts, baby / So much hate for the ones we love / Tell me we both matter, don't we?" reveal the inner turmoil and conflict that the song's characters are experiencing, and the plea for validation and understanding. The final verses repeat the desire to make a deal with God and swap places, emphasizing the strength of the desire to change their current situation.


Overall, the lyrics to "Running Up That Hill" are about empathy, connection, and a desire for change. The metaphorical hill represents the challenges and obstacles that the characters want to overcome, whether it be in a personal or a larger societal context. The request to swap places with another person signifies the singer's desire to truly understand their experiences and perspectives, and the final lines, "If I only could, be runnin up that hill," underline the urgency and strength of this desire.


Line by Line Meaning

It doesn't hurt me
I am not bothered or affected by the situation


You want to feel how it feels
You want to experience what I am going through


You wanna know, know that it doesn't hurt me
You want to be assured that I am not in pain


You wanna hear about the deal I'm making
You want to know what agreement I am hoping to make


You...(If i only could... be runnin up that hill)
You wish that you could experience what I am going through


You and me...
We are in this situation together


And if I only could, make a deal with God,
If it were possible, I would bargain with a higher power


Get him to swap our places
I want to trade situations with you


Be runnin up that road
I want to face this challenge head-on


Be runnin up that hill
I want to overcome this obstacle


Be running up that building
I want to reach great heights and accomplish my goals


You don't wanna hurt me
You don't intend to cause me pain


but see how deep the bullet lies
You don't realize how much you are affecting me


Unaware that I'm tearing you asunder
You don't know that I am causing you harm


there's a thunder in our hearts, baby
We both feel strongly about this situation


So much hate for the ones we love
Our strong emotions often lead to conflict even with those we care about


Tell me we both matter, don't we?
Let's recognize each other's worth and value in this situation


You...(If I only could... be running up that hill)
You wish that you could experience what I am going through


You and me...
We are in this situation together


You and me... won't be... unhappy
We can find happiness together despite the challenges we face


Come on baby
Let's face this challenge together


Come on, come on darling
Let's work together to overcome this obstacle


Let me steal this moment from you now
Let's make the most of this moment


Come on angel
Let's work together like a team in this situation


Let's exchange the experience
Let's share our thoughts and feelings so we can better understand each other


If I only could
If only I had the power or ability


No problems...
Everything will be okay


If i only could, be runnin up that hill
If only I could overcome this obstacle




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Comments from YouTube:

@rachael8202

Watching people come back to this because of the song becoming big again from Stranger Things makes me so happy that we all remember Warehouse 13 and how impactful it was on all of us!

@geeunit8394

I haven't watched season 4 yet but my daughter shared that version with me to cheer me up. Oh god no! Even that version makes me want to cry. Lol. Sad scene but it just makes me appreciate the cast and crew even more. I loved this show.

@issy7465

Both versions are very good, this version captures the anger and sadness Claudia and the gang felt at Steve’s (Warehouse 13’s Steve NOT Stranger things Steve) death.

@electrofusiongames

I haven't watched stranger things before, but my love for this song and for warehouse 13 have showed me it will be worth watching

@stephenproulx175

Same, all same

@jediarcherbc709

The entire town of Hawkins should be put in the Warehouse...

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@EthalaRide

This was one of the most devistating moments I've seen in TV in a while. The editing, the song, Pete trying to protect claudia, Claudia's wail God it still gets me. That's just some quality tv, wow.

@averageleahhaywood8505

Rewatching the whole series and just got to this ep and as soon as the song started I remembered what happens and I instantly had tears welling... beautiful song used in the perfect spot...

@christianschoff2490

@@averageleahhaywood8505 You'd think the music starting would allow us to brace for it but no.

@ebronson78

The most gut wrenching part to me was Pete.... please get back to the car...

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