Lyrics
Idols in the air
Reflecting on unattainable or elusive figures, possibly idols, in the surroundings.
Vanish then they disappear
Noticing the ephemeral nature of these idols as they vanish and disappear.
How can I worship properly
Questioning the ability to worship these elusive idols properly.
I know it’s not fair
Acknowledging the unfairness of blaming someone who is not present.
Blaming you for something when you’re not here
Expressing a realization about assigning blame without the person being around.
You flip a switch in my memory
Highlighting the impact of a specific memory-triggering action.
Runaway
Expressing a desire to escape or avoid a situation.
I don’t even know your name
Unaware of the person's name, suggesting a lack of connection or familiarity.
No ones going anywhere tonight
Stating that no one is leaving tonight unless they choose to run away.
Unless you’re gonna run away
Emphasizing the option to escape as the only reason to leave.
But I know that you’re here to stay
Acknowledging the person's permanence despite the possibility of escape.
You make everything okay
Attributing a positive influence to the person, making everything okay.
When you’re around me
Highlighting the positive impact when the person is present.
Penny rhythms gonna take us home
Referring to a rhythmic element named "Penny" leading the way back home.
We’re taking jackets off, we’re putting pressure on
Describing a scenario of shedding constraints and increasing intensity.
Penny rhythms gonna lead us on
Indicating that the rhythmic element guides the journey forward.
In the back of the van at the top of our lungs
Depicting a lively scene in the back of a van with energetic expression.
Penny rhythms never get old
Emphasizing the enduring appeal of the rhythmic element "Penny."
Just take us home
Urging to be taken home by the rhythmic element.
Runaway
Reiterating the desire to escape or run away.
I don’t even know your name
Not aware of the person's name, reinforcing a lack of familiarity.
You’re not going anywhere tonight
Asserting that the person is not leaving tonight unless choosing to run away.
Unless you’re gonna run away
Similar to line 12, emphasizing the option to run away as the reason to leave.
But I know that you’re here to stay
Acknowledging the person's enduring presence despite the escape option.
Just another Saturday
Labeling the situation as just another ordinary Saturday when the person is present.
When you’re around me
Reiterating the positive impact of the person's presence on a Saturday.
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