About the song
## Runaround Sue: A Timeless Pop Classic
Dion’s “Runaround Sue,” released in 1961, is a timeless pop classic that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. The song, a catchy and upbeat number, tells the tale of a young man’s frustration with his fickle girlfriend, Sue. With its infectious melody and Dion’s soulful vocals, “Runaround Sue” became a chart-topping hit and a defining song of the early 1960s.
The song’s simple yet effective lyrics capture the universal experience of unrequited love and the frustration that comes with a partner who is constantly playing games. Dion’s voice, filled with both longing and exasperation, perfectly conveys the protagonist’s emotional turmoil. The song’s upbeat tempo and catchy chorus provide a stark contrast to the melancholy theme, creating a sense of tension and unresolved conflict.
“Runaround Sue” was a departure from Dion’s earlier work as a doo-wop singer. While his previous songs had focused on themes of teenage love and heartbreak, “Runaround Sue” introduced a more mature and sophisticated sound. The song’s arrangement, featuring a prominent bassline and a driving rhythm, was a departure from the traditional doo-wop sound that had dominated the charts in the late 1950s.
The song’s success can be attributed to its timeless appeal. The theme of unrequited love is one that has resonated with audiences for generations. The song’s catchy melody and Dion’s charismatic performance have ensured its enduring popularity. “Runaround Sue” is a testament to the power of great songwriting and the enduring appeal of classic pop music.
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Lyrics
Here’s my story, it’s sad but true
It’s about a girl that I once knew
She took my love then ran around
With every single guy in townYeah I should have known it from the very start
This girl will leave me with a broken heart
Now listen people what I’m telling you
A keep away from a Runaround SueI might miss her lips and the smile on her face
The touch of her hair and this girl’s warm embrace
So if you don’t want to cry like I do
A keep away from-a Runaround SueAh, she likes to travel around
She’ll love you and she’ll put you down
Now people let me put you wise
Sue goes out with other guys
Here’s the moral and the story from the guy who knows
I fell in love and my love still grows
Ask any fool that she ever knew, they’ll say
Keep away from-a Runaround SueYeah keep away from this girl
I don’t know what she’ll doe
Keep away from SueShe likes to travel around
She’ll love you and she’ll put you down
Now people let me put you wise
She goes out with other guysHere’s the moral and the story from the guy who knows
I fell in love and my love still grows
Ask any fool that she ever knew, they’ll say
Keep away from a Runaround SueStay away from that girl
Don’t you know what she’ll do now