Like or Dislike: I Will Run To You

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I've heard several times over the years that most people don't really like this song. I am not one of those people. I think it's wonderful. First of all, I'm a sucker for all things Petty, I think the man is a genius. Plus, this song rocks! It's not in my top 10 or anything, but I never understood why so much hate for this tune.

I don't think I can really compare it to SDMHA, because I get such a different feel from each of them. But I think I can honestly say I like IWRTY more. Insider is a different story . But I digress.

The music - classic Heartbreakers from the first notes you hear. Eternally cool. Love it.

The lyrics sound desparate, like "I will do anything" My favorite (mainly for Stevie's vocal on "show some mercy hunay!"):

"Make it easy for me
I been lonely baby
Show some mercy honey
I was nothing
All those lonely nights
Showed me something
If you need me
I'll come runnin'"

Their harmonies are solid - it doesn't take my breath away (like Insider does) but it's good. Stevie's very strong on this song, and she always sounds great with Tom.