Fugitive
Lucky Dube · Soul Taker [2002]
They' ve been looking for me for many days too
From where I' m sitting
I can see their angry faces
It' s only a matter of time
They' ll be on to me
The sirens, helicopters and tings
The bloodhounds are on my tail, Oh God
Just in minutes
They' ll be tearing me apart
If I don' t do now
What I' ve been doing all my life
I' ll be running...all my life
Chorus:
I' m the running man
The fugitive
Seeking political asylum is not easy down here/FONT>
My father had friends in high places
And in low places too
Everytime we asked him to stop running
We would say
"Leave all to me, I' ll make it right"
Today he' s gone, I' m still running
Coyotes and vultures closing in on me
I take it a warning
I' ll be running
I' ll be running
'Cause I can
Chorus till fade
Fugitive
Lucky Dube's 'Fugitive' stands as a defining track from his 2002 album 'Soul Taker,' encapsulating the vibrant energy of South African house music. The song showcases Dube's signature blend of soulful vocals and infectious rhythms, characteristic of his work during the early 2000s. Released alongside hits like 'Remember Me' and 'Prisoner,' 'Fugitive' reflects the genre's fusion of traditional township sounds with modern dance beats. It remains a staple in the catalogue of South African house music, illustrating Dube's enduring influence on the genre and his ability to craft anthems that resonate across generations. The recording captures the optimism and communal spirit often found in his discography, cementing his status as a pivotal figure in the region's musical landscape.