Blondie

Race Through Shadows: Braids' Sunlit Journey of Escape
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Lyrics

See me running, it's a race through the sunlight of the mind

Describing a mental journey or exploration represented as a race in the mind, possibly seeking understanding or resolution.

See me running, towards the sunny, often muddy, crowded side

Continuing the metaphor of the mental race, moving towards a bright yet challenging side of existence, perhaps referencing life's complexities.

There is laughter, some disaster, my step brother, his blonde hair

Mentioning moments of joy (laughter) and trouble (disaster), referring to a step-brother with blonde hair, possibly suggesting family dynamics.

His blood father, he's a bother, when the coast is clear

Highlighting conflict with a father figure, indicating disturbance when conditions are favorable for action.


And I, will find a way

Expressing determination to overcome challenges and find a solution.

And I, will leave this place

Expressing a desire to depart or escape from the current situation or environment.


Always sneaking, lonely peeking, at what is not his to share

Describing secretive behavior, feeling isolated, and peeking into things that aren't meant to be seen.

So I push him off a cushion, firmly put, he starts to swear

Taking action by metaphorically pushing someone away who is intruding or behaving inappropriately, causing them to react negatively.

There is laughter, some disaster, my step brother on the stairs

Recalling a situation involving the step-brother in an unpleasant manner, possibly related to family conflicts or disturbance.

Touch me so young, make it seem fun, take everything, you don't care

Referencing inappropriate or abusive behavior, possibly suggesting manipulation or exploitation at a young age.


I will find a way

Reiterating the determination to overcome obstacles or challenges.

And I, will leave this place

Repeating the desire to leave the current place or situation.

And I, will find a way

Reasserting the determination to find a resolution or path forward.

And I, will leave this place

Reiterating the intention to leave the current environment or circumstance.


I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, yeah

Emphasizing a strong acknowledgment or realization of something significant.


See me running, it's a race, sunlight cast upon my face

Repeating the metaphor of running as a symbol of trying to escape or move forward, facing the light of truth.

See me running from the place, where I thought I could hide

Expressing a desire to flee from a place where the speaker believed they could be safe or protected.

See me running, it's a race, all our friends see our disgrace

Noting the exposure of personal troubles or failures to friends, possibly leading to embarrassment or shame.

See me running, it's a race, through the sunlight of the mind

Reiterating the metaphor of a mental race through thoughts and experiences.

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