William Francis created William Control because he was interested in making music that didn't match the style of his band Aiden. In 2008 William Control released its debut album Hate Culture which is, as explained in a Kerrang! magazine interview, the story of a man named William Control and his last night on Earth because he wishes to kill himself. Hate Culture peaked at No. 12 on the Billboard Electronic Albums chart and No. 43 on the Heatseekers chart. Its only single was "Beautiful Loser," for which a music video was made.
William Control toured with Escape the Fate on their This War Is Ours tour in late 2008. In 2009, William began working on Noir, which was released June 8, 2010. He invited his friends and fans to come up to the studio and record vocals on it, including Ashley Costello of Orange County rock band New Years Day and Jeffree Star. He then supported Jeffree Star on tour and headlined a show the day after.
In April and May 2012 William performed on the Fight to Unite Tour with Brokencyde and Blood on the Dance Floor, and in June he headlined the New Faith Tour in Europe, playing shows in the UK, Netherlands, and France. William will be performing in London at O2 Academy Islington on August 29, 2012, and it will be filmed for a DVD release.
Running Up That Hill
William Control Lyrics
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Do you want to feel how it feels?
Do you want to know that it doesn't hurt me?
Do you want to hear about the deal that I'm making?
You, it's you and me.
And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
Be running up that building.
If I only could, oh...
You don't want to hurt me,
But see how deep the bullet lies.
Unaware I'm tearing you asunder.
Ooh, there is thunder in our hearts.
Is there so much hate for the ones we love?
Tell me, we both matter, don't we?
You, it's you and me.
It's you and me won't be unhappy.
And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
Be running up that building,
Say, if I only could, oh...
You,
It's you and me,
It's you and me won't be unhappy.
"C'mon, baby, c'mon darling,
Let me steal this moment from you now.
C'mon, angel, c'mon, c'mon, darling,
Let's exchange the experience, oh..."
And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
With no problems.
And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
With no problems.
And if I only could,
I'd make a deal with God,
And I'd get him to swap our places,
Be running up that road,
Be running up that hill,
With no problems.
If I only could
Be running up that hill
With no problems...
The song "Running up That Hill" by William Control is a cover of a popular song by Kate Bush. The song is about the struggle of two people in a relationship and their desire to switch places and see things from the other person's perspective. The lyrics suggest that the man is trying to convince his partner to empathize with him and to understand the pain he's experiencing. He wants her to know that he's not intentionally trying to hurt her, and he's willing to make a deal with God to switch places with her. He wants to feel how it feels to be her and to see things from her point of view.
The lyrics "Do you want to feel how it feels? Do you want to know that it doesn't hurt me?" suggest that the man is tired of being misunderstood, and he wants his partner to know that he's not intentionally trying to hurt her. The lines "Is there so much hate for the ones we love? Tell me, we both matter, don't we?" suggest that he is trying to remind his partner that they are both important in the relationship and that they need to work together to make it work. The repeated chorus of "If I only could, I'd make a deal with God, and I'd get him to swap our places, be running up that road, be running up that hill," emphasizes his desire to switch places with his partner to better understand her perspective.
Overall, "Running up That Hill" is a poignant song about the struggles of a relationship and the desire to understand and empathize with your partner. It's a reminder that communication and understanding are key to any successful relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
It doesn't hurt me.
I am not affected by this.
Do you want to feel how it feels?
Do you want to experience what I am going through?
Do you want to know that it doesn't hurt me?
Do you want to understand that this does not cause me any pain?
Do you want to hear about the deal that I'm making?
Would you like to learn about the arrangement I am proposing?
You, it's you and me.
You and I are in this together.
And if I only could,
If it were possible for me,
I'd make a deal with God,
I would negotiate with God
And I'd get him to swap our places,
So He would switch our positions
Be running up that road,
Running up that street
Be running up that hill,
Climbing up that hill
Be running up that building.
Ascending that structure.
You don't want to hurt me,
You do not desire to cause me pain.
But see how deep the bullet lies.
But see how much damage has been caused
Unaware I'm tearing you asunder.
I am unknowingly damaging you.
Ooh, there is thunder in our hearts.
Our emotions are intense.
Is there so much hate for the ones we love?
Why is there so much negativity directed towards those we care about?
Tell me, we both matter, don't we?
We are both important, correct?
It's you and me.
We are in this together.
It's you and me won't be unhappy.
We will both be content.
C'mon, baby, c'mon darling,
Let's go, my love.
Let me steal this moment from you now.
Allow me to create a memorable occasion for you.
Let's exchange the experience, oh...
Let's share in this experience.
With no problems.
Without any issues.
If I only could Be running up that hill With no problems...
If only I could climb that hill without any difficulties.
Contributed by Blake L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mariahclement5302
I'm so glad I found this cover before the original song blew up.π€
@alexjimenez4051
Same. And this is the best cover to Kate.
@Miasma_Clouds
Agreed
@Miasma_Clouds
@Alex JimenezVery very good cover. Too bad not many will ever hear it
@adamCarter20
I knew the song waaaay before this came out, but wow, I much prefer this version.
@alphaotakux
Yeah stranger things fans are posers
@DerajMusic
William!!! You will probably never see this comment, I first saw you with Aiden many years ago and was blown away by the presence you brought to the stage. Fast forward several years and you opened for Motionless In White as William Control. 2 very different shows that made a huge musical impact on me. Thank you for what you do and for this cover! π€π€π€
@Bert439
William Control really was ahead of his time! !
@jilkorath4882
The fact you plaster who did the original not only in the 'video,' but in the description...proves you're better than every other person who does covers. Respect and admiration wise. Still think Jack Off Jill covering The Cure's Love Song is my favorite cover. They do a good cover of the Divinyls song "I touch myself" as well.
I was one of the few people at The Mad Hatter here in Northern Kentucky/Southern Cincinnati years ago, you're the best live show I've ever seen. Amazing Vocals man... you put your heart into it even though there were like 20 fucking people there. Appreciate it. Thanks.
@berry5965
This is actually my favorite version of this song and yes its because of the synth and voice