Runaway Lover
Madonna · Music
You lost your reputation on a woman
You didn't understand or care to know
You get your education from your lovers
But now there's just no place for you to go
It doesn't pay
To be a runaway lover
It doesn't pay
To give away what you lack
You'll never get your money back
You're set adrift with no direction
Just like a ship that's lost at sea
You don't care where you drop your anchor
Make sure it doesn't land on me
It doesn't pay
To be a runaway lover
It doesn't pay
To give away what you lack
You'll never get your money back
Walking around on a cloud
Cause every girl you meet just trips on you
Saying your name out loud
I guess you met your match
Now what will you do
It doesn't pay
To be a runaway lover
It doesn't pay
To give away what you lack
You'll never get your money back
You didn't understand or care to know
You get your education from your lovers
But now there's just no place for you to go
It doesn't pay
To be a runaway lover
It doesn't pay
To give away what you lack
You'll never get your money back
You're set adrift with no direction
Just like a ship that's lost at sea
You don't care where you drop your anchor
Make sure it doesn't land on me
It doesn't pay
To be a runaway lover
It doesn't pay
To give away what you lack
You'll never get your money back
Walking around on a cloud
Cause every girl you meet just trips on you
Saying your name out loud
I guess you met your match
Now what will you do
It doesn't pay
To be a runaway lover
It doesn't pay
To give away what you lack
You'll never get your money back
Runaway Lover
Madonna's "Runaway Lover" stands as a defining track from her 1987 album "Music," blending pop sensibilities with a distinct electronic edge that characterized her work during this era. The song features a memorable melody and production style that reinforced her status as a global icon, utilizing synthesizers and rhythmic structures typical of late 80s pop. It served as a significant release within her discography, showcasing her ability to evolve her sound while maintaining her signature vocal delivery. The track remains a staple in her catalog, often associated with the high-energy, dance-oriented themes prevalent in her music from the mid-to-late 1980s.