Run Around Babe
Neil Young · Other Songs - Neil Young
I'm only losing my mind
Run around babe,
Don't try to be
Something you weren't meant to be
If you are not loving me
I'll know it's because
You want to be free
Oh, oh, run around babe,
Oh, oh, run around babe.
When we were young
We left our worries behind
When we were young
Left not to be
The worry is back on me
And it's not hard to see
That that's the way it has to be
Oh, oh, run around babe,
Oh, oh, run around babe.
Run around babe,
I'm only losing my mind
Run around babe,
Don't try to be
Something you weren't meant to be
If you are not loving me
I'll know it's because
You want to be free
Oh, oh, run around babe,
Oh, oh, run around babe.
Run Around Babe
Neil Young's "Run Around Babe" stands as a quintessential example of his raw, blues-inflected rock style, capturing the spirit of 1960s American folk and country music. Recorded with a distinctive, unpolished production that emphasizes the guitar's texture and Young's emotive vocal delivery, the track exemplifies the artist's commitment to authenticity over commercial perfection. As part of his broader catalog of songs written during the early 1960s, the recording reflects the era's focus on social commentary and personal struggle, delivered through a gritty, acoustic-driven approach that would define his career. The song remains a significant piece in Young's discography, showcasing his ability to blend traditional musical forms with a unique, improvisational energy that continues to resonate with listeners today.