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"Running Scared" is a song written by Roy Orbison and Joe Melson and sung by Orbison. An operatic rock ballad, the recording of the song was overseen by audio engineer Bill Porter and released as a 45 rpm single by Monument Records in March 1961 and went to number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- February 27, 1961
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- March 1961
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Running Scared Lyrics: Just runnin' scared each place we go / So afraid that he might show / Yeah, runnin' scared, what would I do? / If he came back and wanted you / Just runnin'...
Sep 7, 2021 · Learn how Roy Orbison and Joe Melson created a pop masterpiece with "Running Scared" in 1961. The song combines dramatic melodies, acrobatic vocals, and a surprising twist of fate.
Learn about the songwriting, recording and charting history of Roy Orbison's 1961 hit "Running Scared". Find out why it was his last song performed live and read fan comments and trivia.