In the song “Runaway,” a father grapples with the heart-wrenching decision to let go of his son, a choice driven by the toxic and tumultuous relationship with the boy’s mother. The constant conflict and emotional strain have created an environment where the father feels his presence might do more harm than good. Despite his deep love for his son, he believes that stepping away is the only way to break the cycle of pain and dysfunction. This act of letting go is not one of abandonment, but a desperate hope that his son might find peace and stability away from the chaos. The father’s heart aches with the knowledge that this separation is a sacrifice made out of love, a painful but necessary step towards a better future for his child.