Dion – Runaround Sue

About the song

“Runaround Sue” is a classic pop and rock song performed by Dion, released in 1961. Written by Dion DiMucci, Ernie Maresca, and produced by Bob Crewe, the track showcases Dion’s distinct doo-wop style, blending catchy melodies with heartfelt lyrics.

The song tells the story of a young man who falls in love with a girl named Sue, but he soon learns that she is not trustworthy. As the title suggests, “Runaround Sue” refers to her tendency to lead him on and break his heart. The upbeat tempo and infectious rhythm make it a quintessential dance track of the early ’60s.

Lyrically, the song captures the feelings of betrayal and heartache while maintaining a playful tone. Dion’s powerful vocals and the song’s harmonious backing vocals create a memorable listening experience. The track became a major hit, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying Dion’s status as a prominent figure in the music scene.

“Runaround Sue” has been covered by various artists over the years and remains a staple of classic oldies playlists, celebrated for its nostalgic charm and enduring appeal. Its blend of rhythm and blues with a pop sensibility showcases the musical trends of the early 1960s, making it a timeless classic.

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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 town

Yeah 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 Sue

I 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 Sue

Ah, 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 Sue

Yeah keep away from this girl
I don’t know what she’ll doe
Keep away from Sue

She 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 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 Sue

Stay away from that girl
Don’t you know what she’ll do now