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Introduction
Run: A Heartfelt Ballad by George Strait
“Run”, a timeless country ballad by the legendary George Strait, is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and longing. Released in 2001 as the lead single from his album The Road Less Traveled, the song quickly resonated with audiences and cemented its place as a classic in Strait’s discography.
Penned by Anthony Smith and Tony Lane, “Run” tells the story of a man desperately pleading with his lover to return to him. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a relationship on the brink, filled with regret and a deep sense of yearning. Strait’s emotive vocals perfectly capture the raw vulnerability and heartache expressed in the song.
The song’s simple yet powerful melody, combined with Strait’s signature smooth delivery, creates an atmosphere of intimacy and nostalgia. The instrumentation, featuring acoustic guitar, fiddle, and steel guitar, evokes the traditional sounds of country music, further enhancing the song’s emotional impact.
“Run” has become a fan favorite and a staple in Strait’s live performances. Its enduring popularity can be attributed to its relatable themes and Strait’s ability to convey genuine emotion through his music. The song’s message of love, loss, and the enduring power of human connection continues to resonate with listeners of all ages.
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Lyrics
If there’s a plane or a bus leaving Dallas
I hope you’re on it
If there’s a train moving fast down the tracks
I hope you caught it
Cause I swear out there ain’t where you ought to be
So catch a ride, catch a cab
Don’t you know I miss you bad
But don’t you walk to me
Baby run, cut a path across the blue skies
Straight in a straight line
You can’t get here fast enough
Find a truck and fire it up
Lean on the gas and off the clutch
Leave Dallas in the dust
I need you in a rush
So baby run
If you ain’t got a suit case
Get a box or an old brown paper sack
And pack it light or pack it heavy
Take a truck, take a Chevy
Baby just come back
There’s a shortcut to the highway out of town
Why don’t you take it
Don’t let that speed limit slow you down
Go on and break it
Baby run, cut a path across the blue skies
Straight in a straight line
You can’t get here fast enough
Find a truck and fire it up
Lean on the gas and off the clutch
Leave Dallas in the dust
I need you in a rush
So baby run
Baby run
Oh baby run…