Song Stories: The Libertines: Run Run Run

The newest song on this list so far, and a real return to form for the boys in the band. 

‘Run Run Run’ is the first single from the latest Libertines album ‘All Quiet on the Eastern Esplanade’. Which was released earlier this year, with the single originally coming out at the back end of 2023.

Its a classic Libertines dancefloor filler, that sees both Doherty and Barat take vocal duties. Just as they did on ‘Can’t Stand Me Now’ its a song that sees the band reflect on their past, looking back with older and wiser heads. 

Littered with references, places, and people from the early days of The Libertines. Its about the band not wanting to become trapped by that past though. Commenting that ‘the worst thing for The Libertines would be to get stuck in a rut, constantly trying to re live the past.’  

Its reflective without being overly nostalgic. The band are firmly operating in the present and they sound much better for it. It was the perfect song to launch this new era.

It has slotted in with the very best songs the band have ever written. A tale of where they've come from with a few subtle nods to where they are going. Wrapped up in some beautiful lyrics and brilliant instrumentation that highlights where they are now. 

Away from the drugs, the clubs and pubs. The Libertines are four extremely talented musicians ‘Run Run Run’ proves this. 

Thank you for reading x