The song "Get Away" by Great Good Fine OK depicts a relationship that has reached a breaking point. The narrator, who has been aligned with things that have let go of them, expresses their desire to move on and find love elsewhere. The lyrics convey a sense of dissatisfaction and frustration with the current state of the relationship. Although both individuals are reluctant to leave due to their age and history together, the narrator would rather fight and work on the relationship than be alone. The chorus emphasizes the need for the narrator to escape and find happiness. They have always known that love is what their partner wants, but they also acknowledge their own desires and the possibility of finding love elsewhere. The repetition of "I've gotta get away" emphasizes the urgency and determination to break free from the current situation. Towards the end of the song, the narrator realizes that their partner does not truly belong to them. Despite the fear of the relationship ending, they understand that they have been playing along and sacrificing their own time and desires. The line "Lying here with you, I am reminded" suggests that being with their partner only serves as a reminder that love is what their partner wants, but it may not be what they truly need. Overall, "Get Away" tells the story of a relationship that has lost its spark and the narrator's struggle to find happiness and love. They come to the realization that staying in the current situation is not fulfilling their needs, and they must break free and find their own path to happiness.
