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Runaround Lyrics by Chicago

The Studio Albums 1979-2008

1988

[Verse 1]
So you need to kick up your heels
Baby, I can understand
Don't you know how it's making me feel?
I want to be your only man
When it comes right down to the wire
I just need a touch of your fire
But you're living it up
You're giving it up
Seems I'm always waiting for you
To find your yesterday
I think I know what you're trying to do
I got a better way
Baby, soon enough it will end
You'll be reaching out for a friend
But now you're living it up
You're giving it up all the time
Please be mine

[Chorus]
So good at the runaround
You're still making me wait outside
Holding on to broken promises
So good at the runaround
I don't want to stand in line
It's my turn, baby, please just let me in

[Verse 2]
Though you're always out on the town
I feel your loneliness
While your life is leading you around
It's just like an empty kiss
When it comes right down to the truth
Well, it comes right down to you
You've been giving it up and losing in love every time
Please be mine

[Chorus]
So good at the runaround
You're still making me wait outside
Holding on to broken promises
So good at the runaround
I don't want to stand in line
It's my turn, baby, please

[Outro]
So good at the runaround
I still fall for the same old lies
Holding on to broken promises
So good at the runaround
I don't want to lose this time
It's my turn, baby, let me in, just let me in
Baby, please just let me in
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About “Runaround” by Chicago

Read the complete lyrics to "Runaround" by Chicago from the album "The Studio Albums 1979-2008" in 1988. On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Adult Contemporary, Funk Rock, Synth Rock.

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"Runaround" is credited to Chicago. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Runaround" appears on "The Studio Albums 1979-2008" in 1988.

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