Running Away

Hoobastank

About Running Away

"Running Away" is a single recorded by Hoobastank. It was the third single released from the 2001 self-titled debut album Hoobastank. The song peaked at number two on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and became the highest charting single from the album and one of Hoobastank's biggest hits.


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2001
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I don't want you to give it all up
And leave your own life collecting dust
And I don't want you to feel sorry for me
You never gave us a chance to be

And I don't need you to be by my side
And tell me that everything's all right
I just wanted you to tell me the truth
You know I'd do that for you

So why are you running away?
Why are you running away?

I did enough to show you that I
Was willing to give and sacrifice
And I was the one who was lifting you up
When you thought your life had had enough
And when I get close you turn away,
There's nothing that I can do or say
So now I need you to tell me the truth
You know I'd do that for you

So why are you running away?
Why are you running away?

Is it me? Is it you?
Nothing that I can do
To make you change your mind

Is it me? Is it you?
Nothing that I can do
Is it a waste of time?

Is it me? Is it you?
Nothing that I can do
To make you change your mind

So why are you running away?
Why are you running away?
(what is it I have to say?)
So why are you running away?
(to make you admit you're afraid)
Why are you running away?

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Hoobastank

Hoobastank (often stylized as h∞bastank) is an American rock band, best known for their hit "The Reason". They formed in 1994 in Agoura Hills, California, with singer Doug Robb, guitarist Dan Estrin, drummer Chris Hesse, and original bassist Markku Lappalainen. They were signed to Island Records from 2001 to 2012 and have released five albums and one extended play to date. Their fifth studio album, Fight or Flight, was released on September 11, 2012. They have sold 10 million albums worldwide. more »

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Written by: DOUGLAS ROBB, DANIEL ESTRIN, MARKKU LAPPALAINEN, CHRIS HESSE

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Chart Performance
"Running Away" by Hoobastank achieved significant commercial success, having reached number two on the Billboard Modern Rock chart and number 44 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Album
The song is taken from "The Reason", which is Hoobastank’s second album, and was released as the second single after the title track.
Release Year
"Running Away" was released in 2002 and achieved extensive air time both at radio stations and music video channels.
Genre
The song is a mix of alternative rock and post-grunge, which were popular music styles at the turn of the millennium.
Music Video
The music video for the song features the band playing in a deserted neighborhood and was directed by Paul Fedor, who has also worked with many other successful artists.
Song Duration
"Running Away" is approximately 2 minutes and 46 seconds long, shorter than the average song length.
Lyrics Content
The lyrics to "Running Away" hint at the theme of running away from one's own problems, rather than facing them.
Band Members
At the time of this song's release, Hoobastank consisted of band members Doug Robb (vocals), Dan Estrin (guitar), Markku Lappalainen (bass), and Chris Hesse (drums).
Recognition
The song helped to solidify Hoobastank’s place in the mainstream music industry.
Live Performances
One of the most memorable live performances of this song was at the MTV Asia Awards in 2003.

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