Take It on the Run
REO Speedwagon
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Heard it from a friend who Heard it from a friend who Heard it from another you been messin' around They say you got a boy friend You're up there every weekend They're talkin' about you and it's bringin' me down But I know the neighborhood And talk is cheap when the story is good And the tales grow taller on down the line So I'm telling you, babe That I don't think it's true, babe Or even if it is keep this in mind You take it on the run baby If that's the way you want it baby Then I don't want you around I don't believe it, not for a minute You're under the gun so you take it on the run Heard it from a friend who Heard it from a friend who Heard it from another you been messin' around So I'm telling you, babe That I don't think it's true, babe Or even if it is keep this in mind You take it on the run baby If that's the way you want it baby Then I don't want you around I don't believe it, not for a minute You're under the gun so you take it on the run You take it on the run baby If that's the way you want it baby Then I don't want you around I don't believe it, not for a minute You're under the gun so you take it on the run You take it on the run baby If that's the way you want it baby Then I don't need you around I don't believe it, not for a minute You're under the gun so you take it on the run Heard it from a friend who Heard it from a friend who Heard it from another you been messin' around
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Written by: Gary Dean Richrath
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12 facts about this song
Song Authorship"Take It on the Run" was written by REO Speedwagon's lead guitarist, Gary Richrath.
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Album ReleaseThis song was part of their album "Hi Infidelity," which was released in 1980.
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Song PopularityIt became the band’s second Top 5 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at number 5.
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Lyrics MeaningThe lyrics talk about a man who hears rumors that his girlfriend is cheating, but he chooses not to believe them until he sees proof.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Take It on the Run" was an early favorite on MTV when it launched in 1981.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists have covered "Take It on the Run," including country star Sara Evans, who included it on her 2013 album "Slow Me Down."
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Song LegacyThe song is often recognized for its catchy chorus which has kept it in regular rotation on Classic Rock radio stations.
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Live Performances"Take It on the Run" quickly became a staple at REO Speedwagon's live performances and remains a fan favorite.
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Relevance in Pop CultureThe popular television series 'Supernatural' featured "Take It on the Run" in one of its episodes in Season 10, re-introducing the song to new generations.
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Song SuccessThe song also ranked at number 4 on the Top Rock Tracks chart, making it one of REO Speedwagon's most successful singles.
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Song Legacy in Band's Career"Take It on the Run" has helped to solidify REO Speedwagon's status as one of the leading rock bands of the early '80s.
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Hi-Infidelity Album SuccessThe album "Hi Infidelity" featuring the song "Take It on the Run" spent 15 weeks at number one on the Billboard 200.
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