Runaway
Jefferson Starship
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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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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.
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Identity Change - From Jefferson Starship to StarshipIn the mid-80s, Jefferson Starship underwent a change in its lineup and musical style, causing them to modify their name to simply "Starship."
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Album Release - 'Earth'"Runaway" was a single off Jefferson Starship's album, "Earth," which was released in February 1978.
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Song’s Contributors - Peter Wolf and Robert WelnikThe song was composed by members Peter Wolf and Robert Welnik, who also played the keyboards for the band.
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Billboard Chart Achievement - 'Runaway'The song peaked at number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1978, proving its popularity and commercial success.
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Style Shift - From Progressive Rock to PopWith "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.
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Music Video - Unusual for its TimeBack when music videos were not as common as they are now, "Runaway" was one of the few that had a promotional music video made.
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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.
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Departure of Key Members Post-ReleaseAfter 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.
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Cover Versions - Indicating PopularityIndicative of its popularity and iconic status, "Runaway" has been covered by numerous artists in various styles over the years.
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Enduring Popularity - Decades LaterDespite 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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