| Vampire Weekend – Run Lyrics | 14 years ago |
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To me, this song is about running away from society itself. "Every dollar counts And every morning hurts We mostly work to live Until we live to work" As a person grows up, they're pushed to pursue not only a career, but a steady income. At first, it's because you need money for everything. Then, it's about getting money for everything. "She said, "You know, there's nowhere else to go." But change in roles It struck me that the two of us could run" Someone is saying that this is all life is: money. Then, he suddenly realizes that they don't have to live like that. They can get away from it and live a different life. They can pursue their dreams. "Worlds away from cars And all the stars and bars Where a little bit of condensation means so much And a little bit of change is all your little fingers touch" They believe they can live a simpler lifestyle, no celebrities, no bars. They're see the importance in things like water and stop taking life for granted, because they'll have no financial support. "Cause honey with you Is the only honest way to go And I could take two But I really couldn't ever know Honey with you And a little battered radio We could try So lead my feet away Cause all they do is stay And I don't think your eyes Have ever looked surprised" All we need is eachother and our music. Take the lead, because I'm not as prepared as I thought I was. But you are, and you're prepared for anything. "She said, "You know, there's nowhere left to go." But with her fund It struck me that the two of us could run" They've tried to run, it isn't working out as well as they'd hoped, but they're not giving up because they have eachother. To me, it's escaping to a better place (even if it's figuritive) with the one you love. Just my take on it. |
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