ESCAPE Lyrics – Stray Kids

ESCAPE Lyrics Meaning

[Verse 1]
The first verse describes a world that feels like it’s burning and turning to ash, with no way out. Everything is cold and lifeless, like people have lost their warmth and kindness. Dark forces seem to be pulling everything down, making things worse. But the singer wants to pause time, stand in front of the listener, and take them away. Holding hands, they can escape and bring warmth back into their lives.

[Pre-Chorus]
The singer refuses to let go of the listener because the world is falling apart. They promise to guide them through both day and night, urging them to escape together. In return for all the pain they’ve endured, they ask for love and commitment every day, as if love itself is their way of surviving.

[Chorus]
The chorus is a call to escape right away, running from the harsh world. The singer invites the listener to a hidden place, somewhere safe where no one can find them. They encourage breaking free from all restraints and burdens, letting go of whatever is holding them back. The repetition of “run” emphasizes the urgency of leaving everything behind.

[Verse 2]
The second verse describes the excitement of escaping reality, comparing it to a thrilling adventure. The singer can hear the listener’s heart racing, showing their emotions and fear. They promise to make dreams come true, urging the listener to trust them and follow. As they run away, they embrace the beauty of silence, where nothing else matters except the peace they will find together.

[Pre-Chorus]
Similar to the earlier pre-chorus, the singer reassures the listener that they will lead the way, no matter how broken the world gets. They are willing to take all the pain upon themselves but ask for love and devotion in return, making their escape meaningful and worth it.

[Chorus]
Once again, the chorus repeats the theme of escaping together. It emphasizes the idea of running away to a secret place where there are no chains, no restrictions, and complete freedom. The urgency remains, encouraging the listener to break free and embrace a new life without fear.

[Bridge]
The bridge paints a picture of complete chaos, where everything is collapsing, and there is no longer a sense of safety or paradise. The only solution is to hold hands and run together, leaving the destruction behind. The singer reassures the listener that they can still find happiness if they escape as one.

[Final Chorus]
The final chorus repeats the call for escape but with an even stronger sense of urgency. The singer insists on taking the listener to a hidden place, far away from the world’s troubles. They remind them that they are finally free to remove their chains, both literal and emotional. The repetition of “come with me” shows how much the singer longs for the listener to trust them and run toward a new beginning together.