On the Run
W.E.T. Lyrics


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Looking at the face of a child who had died so young.
I'll be shooting on the killers that I want to become undone.
That my soul will be the reflection of all that I have done.
Yet I'll be grateful standing in the line with a shotgun.

I'm sorry but I think that my sense is running away.
Looking at the animals brutalised day by day.
I'll be here in my head fleeing from the world again
Cutting in the faces of the ones who have wronged again.

There was a man at the top with the devil that was kissing his face.
With the world at his feet he will be spitting on the graves of peace.
With blood on his hands and a hole in his blackened soul.
I'm afraid that he will be weak enough to handle the gun once
For once more.
I run away.




I'll keep on running.
Away from here.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to W.E.T.'s "On The Run" describe a person who is overwhelmed by the cruelty and violence in the world around them. The imagery of a young child who has died too soon and the brutalization of animals highlights the senseless loss of innocent life. The person singing the song wants to take action against the killers responsible for these atrocities but realizes that they may become just as violent and bloodthirsty as those they seek to stop.


Despite this, they believe that their soul will be a reflection of their actions and are grateful to have the opportunity to take a stand, even if it means standing in line with a shotgun. The lyrics also touch on the corrupting influence of power and the danger of individuals who seek to control others. The person singing the song is afraid that those like the man at the top, who have blood on their hands and a hole in their soul, will not be able to resist the urge to use a gun.


The song ultimately communicates a sense of hopelessness and frustration at the state of the world, while also acknowledging the complicated nature of taking action against injustice. It's a powerful message that encourages listeners to think critically about the actions they take and the impact they have on others.


Line by Line Meaning

Looking at the face of a child who had died so young.
Reflecting on the tragic loss of a young life.


I'll be shooting on the killers that I want to become undone.
I will seek vengeance against those who have caused harm.


That my soul will be the reflection of all that I have done.
I am aware that my actions will shape the person I become.


Yet I'll be grateful standing in the line with a shotgun.
Despite the pain and violence, I find solace in being armed and ready to defend myself.


I'm sorry but I think that my sense is running away.
I'm losing my grip on reality.


Looking at the animals brutalised day by day.
Witnessing the ongoing cruelty inflicted upon innocent creatures.


I'll be here in my head fleeing from the world again
I mentally escape from the harsh reality of the world.


Cutting in the faces of the ones who have wronged again.
I imagine getting revenge on those who have caused me harm.


There was a man at the top with the devil that was kissing his face.
A powerful man is corrupted and influenced by evil.


With the world at his feet he will be spitting on the graves of peace.
He disrespects and undermines any attempts for peace.


With blood on his hands and a hole in his blackened soul.
He has committed heinous acts and has lost his sense of decency.


I'm afraid that he will be weak enough to handle the gun once For once more.
He may relapse and indulge in his violent tendencies again.


I run away.
I flee from the danger and chaos.


I'll keep on running.
I will continue to avoid confrontations and danger.


Away from here.
I need to escape this place and its troubles.




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pain moving forward

Im so happy to see this kind of music is still around!

gemol666

my favorite WET track !!!! killer, powerful yet melodic!!!!

Brandon2940

This one is my favorite, second to it is "Learn To Live Again"

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Melodicrock forever !!

Angela Hannah

Would love to see this band live in Scotland

Maria Alma

Love this : );

Rickey Engle

one day i will run too but i want be back,,

Rickey Engle

tell me something new,,you always run from me,,

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