The song "Why Did You Run?" by Judah & The Lion tells a story of a heartbreaking phone call received by the narrator in Seattle. The call is from someone the narrator cares deeply about, expressing that they are locked in a holding cell and need help. The narrator, feeling defenseless, searches for the right words to say but ultimately hangs up and turns to someone else for support. The lyrics suggest that the person who made the call was someone the narrator relied on, possibly a loved one or close friend. The narrator questions why this person ran away or left, expressing confusion and hurt over their abandonment. The mention of a "stupid fight" and an accident implies that there may have been a previous conflict or difficult situation, causing the narrator to believe that the person had left them in their time of need. Throughout the song, there is a desperate longing for this person to be happy. The narrator wishes for their happiness but also reflects on their own lost sense of home and the need for this person's presence in their life. The repeated question of "Why did you run?" conveys the narrator's yearning for answers and resolution. In summary, "Why Did You Run?" explores themes of abandonment, longing for connection, and the search for happiness. The song delves into the emotional turmoil caused by the absence of someone significant and the unanswered questions surrounding their departure.
