The Lonliness of the Long Distance Runner
(Steve Harris)

The tough of the track with the wind
And the rain that’s beating down on your back
Your heart’s beating loud and goes on getting louder
And goes on even more ‘til the sound is ringing in your head
With every step you tread and every breath you take
Determination

Makes you run, never stop
Got to win, got to run ‘til you drop
Keep the pace, hold the race
Your mind is getting clearer
You’re over half way there
But the miles, they never seem to end
As if you’re in a dream
Not getting anywhere
It seems so futile

Run on and on
Run on and on
The loneliness of the long distance runner


I’ve got to keep running the course

I’ve got to keep running and win at all costs

I’ve got to keep going be strong

Must be so determined and push myself on
Run over stiles across fields
Turn to look at whose on you heels
Way ahead of the field
The line is getting nearer but I do
You want the glory that goes
You reach the final stretch
Ideals are just a trace
You feel like throwing the race
It’s all so futile