Runaway

Jefferson Starship

About Runaway

"Runaway" is a 1978 song and single by Jefferson Starship, written by Nicholas Q. Dewey for the album Earth. It was the second U. S. Top 40 hit from that album, and was the follow-up to the Top 10 hit "Count On Me". The song peaked at #12 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 and number 13 on the Cash Box Top 100. In Canada, both "Runaway" and its predecessor peaked at number nine. "Runaway" was the 79th biggest Canadian hit of the year, ranking just six positions behind "Count On Me".  


Year:
1978
5:24
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You don't know how much I love you
But I love you like the sun
I'd like to put my arms around you
And we could run run run runaway 
Let's run run run runaway 
Let's run run run runaway 
If you knew how much I miss you
Oh I miss you more each day 
I'd really like to come and see you 
And we could run run run runaway 
Run run run runaway 
Let's run run run runaway
Sun is comin' and it's getting warmer
Tell me spring is just around the corner
I'm sitting watchin' all of the flowers 
Birds are singin' getting louder and louder
And here I am missin' you
Here I go I'm lovin' you
Run run run run runnin'
Here I go I'm wantin' you
Run run run run runnin'
Here I go I'm needing you
Run run run run runnin'
Here I go I'm loving you 
Run run run run runnin'
Run run run run runaway

And if you knew how much I need you 
Oh and I need you like the air
If someone should take you from me 
I would run run run runaway 
I'd run run run runaway 
Let's run run run runaway 
Sun is comin' and it's getting warmer
Tell me spring is just around the corner
I'm sitting watchin' all of the flowers 
Birds are singin' getting louder and louder
And here I am missin' you
Here I go I'm lovin' you
Run run run run runnin'
Here I go I'm wantin' you
Run run run run runnin'
Here I go I'm needing you
Run run run run runnin'
Here I go I'm loving you 
Run run run run runnin'
Run run run run runaway

Oh now you don't know how much I love you 
But I love you like the sun
I'd like to put my arms around you 
We could run run run runaway 
Come on baby 
Let's run run run runaway 
Come on baby
Let's run run run runaway 
You don't know how much I want to 
Run run run runaway 
You don't know how much I need to 
Run run run runaway 
You don't know how much I love to 
Run run run runaway 
You don't know how much I'd love to 
Run run run runaway 
Really like to come and see you 
Run run run runaway

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Jefferson Starship

Jefferson Starship is an American rock band formed in the early 1970s. The band has undergone several major changes in personnel and genres through the years while retaining the same Jefferson Starship name. The current Jefferson Starship, led by co-founder David Freiberg, more closely resembles its original mix of psychedelic and electric folk music than the pop-driven tunes it was widely known for in the early to mid-1980s. It is not to be confused with Starship, a spin-off of the group featuring former co-lead singer Mickey Thomas and Grace Slick that also periodically tours. The latter group is most frequently identified with the 1980s pop tunes of the Jefferson Starship. more »

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Written by: NICHOLAS DEWEY

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11 facts about this song

History of the Song - 'Runaway'
"Runaway" was released in 1978 by the band Jefferson Starship, an American rock band prominent during the 70s and 80s.
Identity Change - From Jefferson Starship to Starship
In the mid-80s, Jefferson Starship underwent a change in its lineup and musical style, causing them to modify their name to simply "Starship."
Album Release - 'Earth'
"Runaway" was a single off Jefferson Starship's album, "Earth," which was released in February 1978.
Song’s Contributors - Peter Wolf and Robert Welnik
The song was composed by members Peter Wolf and Robert Welnik, who also played the keyboards for the band.
Billboard Chart Achievement - 'Runaway'
The song peaked at number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1978, proving its popularity and commercial success.
Style Shift - From Progressive Rock to Pop
With "Runaway" and other songs of the time, Jefferson Starship began a shift from their original progressive rock sound towards mainstream pop, a path they continued down after becoming Starship.
Music Video - Unusual for its Time
Back when music videos were not as common as they are now, "Runaway" was one of the few that had a promotional music video made.
Performances - 'Farewell Tour'
"Runaway" was part of the setlist during Jeffeson Starship's 'Farewell Tour' in 2020, reflecting its lasting significance within the band's repertoire.
Departure of Key Members Post-Release
After the release of the album "Earth," two of Jefferson Starship's prominent members - Grace Slick and Marty Balin - departed from the band, leading to the name and stylistic change to Starship.
Cover Versions - Indicating Popularity
Indicative of its popularity and iconic status, "Runaway" has been covered by numerous artists in various styles over the years.
Enduring Popularity - Decades Later
Despite its release over four decades ago, "Runaway" remains a classic favorite among fans and is frequently played on classic rock radio stations.

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