About the song
Released in 1974, “Band on the Run” is a song by the English rock band Wings, written and sung by Paul McCartney. It was the lead single and title track of their third studio album, also called Band on the Run. The song topped the charts in the United States, Canada, and New Zealand, and reached number three in the United Kingdom. It was also a critical success, and is often cited as one of McCartney’s best solo songs.
“Band on the Run” is a rock song with a catchy melody and a driving beat. The lyrics tell the story of a group of prisoners who escape from jail and go on the run. The song is full of metaphors and symbolism, and can be interpreted in many different ways. Some people believe that it is about the struggle for freedom, while others believe that it is about the challenges of fame and fortune.
The song was recorded in Lagos, Nigeria, in 1973. The original demos for the song were stolen shortly after the band arrived in Lagos, but they were able to re-record the song and complete the album. Band on the Run was released on November 30, 1973, and was an immediate commercial and critical success. The album helped to revitalize McCartney’s career after the breakup of the Beatles, and is now considered to be one of his best solo albums.
“Band on the Run” has been covered by many artists, including Elton John, Stevie Wonder, and Art Garfunkel. It has also been featured in a number of films and television shows. The song is a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by fans around the world.
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Lyrics
Stuck inside these four walls
Sent inside forever
Never seeing no one nice again
Like you, mama
You, mama
YouIf I ever get out of here
Thought of giving it all away
To a registered charity
All I need is a pint a day
If I ever get out of here
(If we ever get out of here)Well, the rain exploded with a mighty crash
As we fell into the sun
And the first one said to the second one there
“I hope you’re having fun.”Band on the run, band on the run
And the jailer man
And sailor Sam
Were searching everyone
For the band on the run, band on the run
For the band on the run, band on the runWell, the undertaker drew a heavy sigh
Seeing no one else had come
And a bell was ringing in the village square
For the rabbits on the runBand on the run, band on the run
And the jailer man
And sailor Sam
Were searching everyone
For the band on the run, band on the runYeah, the band on the run
The band on the run
Band on the run
Band on the runWell, the night was falling
As the desert world began to settle down
In the town they’re searching for us everywhere
But we never will be foundBand on the run, band on the run
And the county judge, who held a grudge
Will search for ever more
For the band on the run
Band on the run
Band on the run
Band on the run