About the song
In the early 1960s, a young singer-songwriter named Del Shannon burst onto the music scene with a song that would forever define his career. “Runaway” was more than just a hit; it was a cultural phenomenon that captured the hearts of listeners around the world.
The song’s infectious melody and Shannon’s emotive vocals combined to create a timeless piece of music. Penned by Shannon and his keyboardist, Max Crook, “Runaway” showcased Crook’s innovative instrument, the Musitron, a unique electric keyboard that added a distinctive sound to the track. The song’s success was undeniable, topping the Billboard Hot 100 for four consecutive weeks and earning a place among the greatest songs of all time.
The story behind “Runaway” is just as fascinating as the song itself. Shannon and Crook were members of a local band when they decided to take a chance on a song they had written. With the help of a talented group of session musicians, they recorded “Runaway” in a New York studio. The final product was a masterpiece that perfectly captured the essence of the early 1960s.
“Runaway” quickly became a sensation, reaching number one on charts both in the United States and the United Kingdom. Its popularity was fueled by Shannon’s charismatic stage presence and the song’s catchy chorus. The track’s enduring appeal is evident in its continued relevance today, serving as a testament to the power of great songwriting and timeless melodies.
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Lyrics
As I walk along, I wonder
What went wrong with our love
A love that was so strong
And as I still walk on, I think of
The things we’ve done together
While our hearts were young
I’ma walkin’ in the rain
Tears are fallin’ and I feel the pain
Wishin’ you were here by me
To end this misery
I wonder
I wo-wo-wo wonder
Why… why-why-why-why-why
She ran away
And I wonder where she will stay
My little runaway
I run-run-run-run runaway
I’ma walkin’ in the rain
Tears are fallin’ and I feel the pain
Wishin’ you were here by me
To end this misery
I wonder
I wo-wo-wo wonder
Why… why-why-why-why-why
She ran away
And I wonder where she will stay
My little runaway
I run-run-run-run runaway
I run-run-run-run runaway
I run-run-run-run runaway