Lecrae - Runnin Lyrics
Lyrics
Chorus: Lecrae
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Runnin' my race
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Runnin' my race
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Look at my pace
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Verse 1: Lecrae
Runnin' my race, yeah
My training never been basic
They run from problems we face it, yeah
Team ain't nothin' to play with
Shh, what you gon' say when it's time?
We had to die to survive
Nobody get out alive
I was in danger
He got my faith up
They just out runnin' wild
Nothin' to chase there
We tryna win it all
Don't wanna waste it
Never been qualified
Still in the race, yeah
Uh, I'm 'bout to lace my cleats
I gotta face my feats
Take your seat
Or you can race with me
Take all my guns
But they'll never take my peace
I got the light on my side
I run in the dark
But still I can see every stride
And they told me, "Give up or die"
I just replied
"It's too late, I already died"
Chorus: Lecrae
Did it, done it
Took a lotta L's, still won it
Twenty, thirty
Headed to the end zone runnin'
Cut it, cut it
What they say don't mean nothin'
When they throw hate, I love it
Put me in the game, let's run it
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Runnin' my race
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Runnin' my race
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Keepin' my pace
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Verse 2: Trip Lee
When they look at me
I know they wonder, "What is he?"
Chicago 1s is on the feet
And solid ground is underneath
I'm a nepo baby
A son in his eyes, he sharin' the prize
I told him it's levels, baby
My assets ain't bezels, baby
Oh, yeah
I just hit my stride, bro, winning easy don't exist
That's why I got tatted Sweet Victory up on my wrist
My life a movie, call Spike Lee, I need a biopic
Found my fit, smell sweet aroma when we speedin' by your clique
You act differently, bruh
Unique energy, bruh
Ain't no killer in your chemistry, yuh
Walk in these shoes
Every win I ever got came after redo
I was carried, sound like somethin' He'd do
Chorus: Lecrae
Did it, done it
Took a lotta L's, still won it
Twenty, thirty
Headed to the endzone runnin'
Cut it, cut it
What they say don't mean nothin'
When they throw hate, I love it
Put me in the game, let's run it
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Runnin' my race
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Runnin' my race
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Keepin' my pace
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Runnin' my, runnin' my race
Outro
I don't wanna chase after the wrong thing
I don't wanna idolize a flawed dream
I can't play my role inside the wrong scene
Wrong scene, wrong scene
Video
Trip Lee - Runnin (Official Audio) ft. Lecrae
Meaning & Inspiration
On October 27, 2023, Trip Lee released the track "Runnin," featuring Lecrae, offering a powerful musical exploration of direction and pursuit in life. The song immediately sets a tone of introspection and action, centered on the fundamental human experience of moving, specifically running, and what propels that movement. Far from a simple tale of physical exertion, the track delves into the spiritual dimension of running – what we run *towards* and what we run *from*. This theme resonates deeply within the Christian journey, where life is often depicted as a race or a pursuit.
At its heart, "Runnin" seems to wrestle with the constant choices we face: whether to chase after temporary desires, worldly validation, or comfort, or to run diligently towards what is eternal and true. The artists tap into the tension of this decision, acknowledging the pull of distractions and the weariness that can set in. Yet, the underlying message, reinforced by the biblical worldview both Trip Lee and Lecrae hold, calls for a redirection of energy. This idea of running is frequently used in Scripture to describe the life of faith. Hebrews 12:1-2 encourages us to "run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus," emphasizing the need to shed hindrances and fix our gaze on Christ. Similarly, 1 Corinthians 9:24 speaks of running in such a way as to obtain the prize, a metaphor for living with purpose and discipline for the sake of the Gospel.
The musical landscape of "Runnin" supports this narrative, likely providing a rhythm and energy that mirrors the act of pushing forward, perhaps occasionally punctuated by moments that reflect the struggle or the need for redirection. Through their verses, Trip Lee and Lecrae likely articulate the specific temptations they've encountered or the misguided paths they've witnessed, contrasting them with the liberating call to run towards God. This aligns with verses like 1 Corinthians 6:18 and 2 Timothy 2:22, which explicitly instruct us to flee from specific sins – sexual immorality and youthful passions, respectively – urging us to run *away* from destructive forces towards righteousness, faith, love, and peace. Proverbs 18:10 offers another facet of this running, stating that "The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe," highlighting the refuge and security found in drawing near to God.
Ultimately, "Runnin" serves as a compelling auditory reminder that our lives are a constant state of movement and choice. It challenges us to examine our trajectory – what are we actively pursuing, and what are we actively avoiding? The song, through the lens of faith common to both artists, redirects the focus from aimless sprinting or running on empty towards running with divine purpose. It’s an exhortation to pursue Christ, to flee from sin, and to endure the race set before us, keeping the eternal prize in view, echoing Paul’s own declaration in Philippians 3:14, "I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." The collaboration feels like a seasoned call to perseverance, grounded in the reality of struggle but fixed on the hope found in the ultimate destination.