Jumier Teams Up with Sister Jay Nashell for Emotional New Track “Runaway”

Bremerton musician Jumier dives deep into themes of self-reflection, inner conflict, and resilience in his latest single, Runaway. With raw lyricism and a striking visual narrative, the track captures the emotional weight of trying to escape life’s challenges and the inevitability of facing them head-on.

In an exclusive interview with Whereisthebuzz, Jumier unpacked the song’s inspiration and the process behind the accompanying music video.

For Jumier, Runaway is more than a song; it’s a cathartic release. The lyrics explore the tendency to avoid pain rather than confront it. “We feel as if running away from [inner conflict] would be easier, but it’s not,” he explains. “You can run from it until you can’t.” One of the song’s most poignant lines—“never deal with the pain; it’s stored away in a file, and that file is getting vile, it’s looking more like a pile”—captures his realization that unresolved pain can grow overwhelming. “This song is a way for me to release that pile,” he shares, reflecting on how earlier decisions in life shaped his present.

The music video, directed by Dylan Fout, stays true to Jumier’s roots. Shot in his hometown of Bremerton, the video features real-life locations and moments that reflect his personal journey. “The creative vision was always just for the video to be something real from my life,” Jumier says. “We shot at locations I haven’t really seen my peers shoot at, just to keep it all the way me.”

The narrative centers on Jumier leaving, only to be intercepted by his wife at the ferry—a metaphorical moment that underscores the impossibility of running away from unresolved issues. “What’s done is done,” he reflects. “It’s time to face it.”

Jumier’s music often incorporates self-reflection and accountability, evident in lines like “Hardheaded, never listen, had to learn from your decisions.” He admits that past mistakes, particularly missed opportunities in basketball, have been central to his growth. “I know I could’ve really gone somewhere with hoopin’ if I’d been more serious, more disciplined,” he confesses. “I’ve had great opportunities missed because of being lazy and unprepared.”

This self-awareness has fueled his artistic evolution. “I took a step with this song and just laid it bare,” he says. “You have to be honest about your strengths and weaknesses if you really want to grow at anything.”

The track features a soulful contribution from Jay Nashell, Jumier’s sister. Their natural synergy adds depth to the song’s narrative. “Jay Nashell is my sister before anything. Parts of this story are hers as well,” Jumier shares. Originally intended for his own vocals, the song took a new dimension when Nashell lent her voice. “She’s a cheat code for real,” he says. “Her smooth voice just sets the tone of the song—she’s the first voice heard. I didn’t have to explain anything to her; she just got it.”

Jumier hopes Runaway inspires listeners to embrace self-reflection and the growth that comes from facing personal struggles. “Struggling isn’t always a bad thing,” he notes. “Take the time to understand why you might be in these situations.”

For Jumier, the song is also deeply personal, touching on the grief he felt after losing his mother. The cover art—a reference to The Lion King—depicts Simba running away after Mufasa’s death, symbolizing how Jumier felt in the wake of his loss. “Life has never been the same after that day,” he says. “But even Simba couldn’t run away, and just like me, it’s always coming back around.”

Check out Jumier’s Runaway music video below.