Well, I’d rather see you dead, little girl
Than to be with another man
You better keep your head, little girl
Or I won’t know where I am
You better run for your life if you can, little girl
Hide your head in the sand, little girl
Catch you with another man
That’s the end, ah, little girl
Well, you know that I’m a wicked guy
And I was born with a jealous mind
And I can’t spend my whole life trying
Just to make you toe the line
You better run for your life if you can, little girl
Hide your head in the sand, little girl
Catch you with another man
That’s the end, ah, little girl
Let this be a sermon
I mean everything I’ve said
Baby, I’m determined
And I’d rather see you dead
You better run for your life if you can, little girl
Hide your head in the sand, little girl
Catch you with another man
That’s the end, ah, little girl
I’d rather see you dead, little girl
Than to be with another man
You better keep your head, little girl
Or you won’t know where I am
You better run for your life if you can, little girl
Hide your head in the sand, little girl
Catch you with another man
That’s the end, ah, little girl
Nah nah nah
Nah nah nah
Nah nah nah
Nah nah nah
Dark Jealousy in “Run For Your Life”
“Run For Your Life” by The Beatles stands out for its raw and unfiltered depiction of jealousy and possessiveness. The narrator’s threats and warnings to his lover are direct and intense, painting a picture of a man tormented by insecurity. Lines like “I’d rather see you dead, little girl, than to be with another man” reveal the extent of his emotional turmoil, making the song both unsettling and memorable. The repetitive nature of the chorus underscores the warning, while the upbeat melody contrasts sharply with the dark subject matter, adding complexity to the listening experience.
Song Credits
Songwriters: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
Release Year: 1965
Label: Parlophone