The song "Runaway" by Dean Geyer describes the feeling of being trapped and suffocated within oneself. The lyrics speak of feeling claustrophobic in one's own skin, with people around constantly watching and judging. There is a longing to escape and find a beautiful world, but it seems out of reach. The protagonist questions who will save them from their own skin and wonders where the beauty in the world has gone. They feel the need to be free and break free from the shell they have built around themselves, and they start to question if they are even needed by others. The chorus repeats the phrase "You're just a runaway," suggesting that the protagonist is also someone who runs away from their problems and seeks to escape reality. It is mentioned that the protagonist was already a memory, hinting at a loss or a past relationship that didn't work out. The protagonist realizes they were living in a make-believe world, not facing reality. In the bridge, the protagonist is torn between staying and leaving, knowing that it hurts to still be there for someone who doesn't appreciate their presence. They feel wounded and bleeding but are limited in what they can do. Overall, "Runaway" conveys a sense of frustration, longing, and self-reflection. It explores the concept of feeling trapped within oneself and the struggle to break free from personal struggles and relationships that may be holding them back.
