GTA Vice City Definitive Edition: I Ran (So Far Away) A Flock of Seagulls - (Subtitled)
Details
| Title | GTA Vice City Definitive Edition: I Ran (So Far Away) A Flock of Seagulls - (Subtitled) |
| Author | Loading Music |
| Duration | 4:48 |
| File Format | MP3 / MP4 |
| Original URL | https://youtube.com/watch?v=jhqsI1ZqotU |
Description
The song 'I Ran (So Far Away)' by the band A Flock of Seagulls is a classic of 1980s new wave, known for its synthesized melody and catchy chorus. The lyrics tell the story of an encounter with an enigmatic figure, a woman with 'brown hair and honey-colored eyes' who possesses a mesmerizing gaze. This encounter seems to have a profound effect on the narrator, who feels compelled to run away, an action that is echoed in the chorus with the words 'And I ran, I ran so far away'.
The idea of running so far away can be interpreted as a metaphor for the desire to escape from intense feelings or a situation that is emotionally overwhelming. A reference to the 'Aurora Borealis' and a 'beam of light' shining down on the woman add an element of surrealism to the song, indicating that the experience may be more of a dream or a vision than an actual event. The feeling of detachment and the attempt to reach a woman who is 'disappearing from my sight' reinforces an idea of something unattainable or ephemeral.
Musically, A Flock of Seagulls is known for its futuristic aesthetic and use of electronic technology, which complements the ethereal, almost extraterrestrial atmosphere of the lyrics. The song captures the essence of the new wave era with its synthetic sound and themes of alienation and desire.
