Runnin' Away
Sly And The Family Stone · Other Songs - Sly And The Family Stone
Ha ha ha ha
You're wearing out your shoes
Look at you, fooling you
Making blues of day and night
Hee hee hee hee
You're stretching out your dues
Look at you, fooling you
Shorter cut is quicker but
Ha ha ha ha
Time is here to stay
Look at you, fooling you
The deeper in debt the harder you bet
Hee hee hee hee
Need more room to play
Look at you, fooling you
Another day you're farther away
Ha ha ha ha
A longer trip back home
Runnin' Away - Sly & The Family Stone
Sly & The Family Stone's "Runnin' Away" stands as a quintessential example of the band's psychedelic rock and funk fusion, capturing the raw energy of the late 1960s. Recorded during the height of their creative peak, the track exemplifies the group's signature approach, blending driving rhythms with soulful vocals and intricate instrumental arrangements. The song reflects the era's cultural zeitgeist, characterized by a sense of urgency and freedom often associated with the counterculture movement. As a staple of their discography, it showcases the band's ability to craft anthems that remain powerful and relevant decades later, serving as a testament to their enduring influence on rock music.