Bonfire Heart
runaground Lyrics
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Firing bullets in the sky
Your love is like a soldier,
Loyal ′til you die
And I've been looking at the stars
For a long, long time
I′ve been putting out fires
All my life
Everybody wants a flame,
They don't want to get burnt
And today is our turn
Days like these lead to...
Nights like this lead to
Love like ours.
You light the spark in my bonfire heart.
People like us—we don't
Need that much, just some-
One that starts,
Starts the spark in our bonfire hearts
This world is getting colder.
Strangers passing by
No one offers you a shoulder.
No one looks you in the eye.
But I′ve been looking at you
For a long, long time
Just trying to break through,
Trying to make you mine
Everybody wants a flame,
They don′t want to get burnt
Well, today is our turn
Our bonfire hearts
Our bonfire hearts
Our bonfire hearts
You light the spark
People like us—we don't
Need that much, just some-
One that starts,
Starts the spark in our bonfire hearts
(Our bonfire hearts)
The lyrics to Runaground's song "Bonfire Heart" convey a message of love and hope in a world that can be cold and distant at times. The first verse starts with a metaphor comparing the singer's lover's mouth to a revolver that shoots bullets into the sky. This creates the image of their words having a lasting impact and of them being powerful in their own way. The second metaphor compares their love to that of a loyal soldier who will remain steadfast until the end.
The chorus explores the longing for love and connection experienced by so many people. The singer remembers the days and the nights that led them to the love they have now, and they celebrate the spark that lit the fire of their "bonfire heart." They acknowledge that all people want love, but are afraid of getting hurt. However, they are willing to take the chance and enjoy what they have in the present.
The second verse further emphasizes the idea that this world can be harsh and unforgiving. The singer notes that people can be strangers who pass by without offering comfort or even making eye contact. Nevertheless, the singer has been looking at their lover for a long time, hoping to connect and make a lasting bond. The song ends with another repetition of the chorus, solidifying the idea that people like them don't need much, except for someone to "start the spark in our bonfire hearts."
Line by Line Meaning
Your mouth is a revolver
You speak powerfully and with force
Firing bullets in the sky
Your words have a strong impact, even if they may not always have a clear target
Your love is like a soldier, Loyal ′til you die
Your love is steadfast and unwavering, even in the face of difficult circumstances
And I′ve been looking at the stars, For a long, long time
I've been searching for something greater than myself for a significant amount of time
I′ve been putting out fires, All my life
I've been dealing with problems and difficulties my entire life
Everybody wants a flame, They don't want to get burnt
Everyone wants to experience passion and excitement, but they don't want to risk getting hurt in the process
And today is our turn
Today, we have the opportunity to experience that passion and excitement without fear
Days like these lead to... Nights like this lead to Love like ours.
Days filled with hope and anticipation can lead to beautiful, meaningful connections
You light the spark in my bonfire heart.
You inspire passion and ignite intense feelings within me
People like us—we don't Need that much, just some- One that starts, Starts the spark in our bonfire hearts
Those like us are content with simple things, as long as we have someone to ignite the fire within us
This world is getting colder. Strangers passing by No one offers you a shoulder. No one looks you in the eye.
The world can be a harsh and lonely place, with people often indifferent to the struggles of others
But I′ve been looking at you For a long, long time Just trying to break through, Trying to make you mine
Despite the difficulties of connecting with others, I am determined to connect with you and make you mine
Our bonfire hearts
Our passionate and intense spirits
You light the spark
You inspire us to experience passion and excitement
Contributed by Carson S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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love it
@sarahslaughterscake
My husband and I danced to this at our wedding. Thank you for the perfect song.
@amandacloud8367
Loving me some Runaground! Keep singing!
@FavoriteMusicSongs
Such an heavenly voice =]
@stellastoyanova7570
voice of an angel....I can hearing you for hours....over and over,again and again!
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I'm so inlove with your voice, you make every song cover 10x better
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Thank you for your voice!!! It is... unbelievable!