By January of 2005, Roger Taylor admitted to German television that they would be touring Europe in the spring and summer of that year, under the name of "Queen + Paul Rodgers". The full line up included original "Queen" members May (guitar, vocals) and Taylor (drums, vocals) as well as former "The Pretenders" and "Brian May Band" member Jamie Moses (guitar, vocals), former "Blue Oyster Cult" bassist Danny Miranda (bass, vocals), Queen's 1986 tour keyboard player Spike Edney (keyboards, vocals) and Paul Rodgers (vocals, occasional guitar). Over the course of 2005, the band played in over a dozen European countries as well as the Aruba Festival, 4 dates in Japan, 2 shows in the U.S.A., and 1 show in South Africa The band embarked upon a large scale tour of Northern America during Spring 2006, hitting 22 venues in the U.S.A. and 2 in Canada.
Some controversy was caused within the "Queen" fan base over the use of the name. There was concern over the fact that Queen's legendary front man, Freddie Mercury, was seemingly being replaced. However, each band member has said this is not the case: Rodgers could never replace Freddie Mercury but brought his own talents to the band. Furthermore, the fact that retired former "Queen" bassist John Deacon was also missing caused some discontent. Yet despite this, by and large "Queen" fans were won over by the band's blues-tinted renditions of "Queen" classics. Additionally, Paul Rodgers' fans were happy with the inclusion of several Free and Bad Company anthems on the set list, providing super-powered versions of tunes such as "All Right Now" and "Can't Get Enough".
After the end of the Return of the Champions Tour, the band set out to and completed their first and heretofore only album The Cosmos Rocks which debuted to warm reviews by fans in September 2008. Consequently the band toured again in late 2008 throughout Europe, Asia, and South America to promote the album. The Rock the Cosmos Tour in all was seen by nearly 1 million people in almost two dozen nations. The tour was highlighted by its first performance, recorded for DVD and CD, where the band played before over 350,000 fans in Freedom Square, Kharkiv, Ukraine. Said show was in fact put together at the last moment to benefit HIV/AIDS awareness.
On 14th May 2009, Paul Rodgers announced that his collaboration with the surviving active members of "Queen" was at and end, and that the "Queen + Paul Rodgers" project was being placed on indefinite hiatus. While, the band members did not rule out working together again, each sought to pursue solo projects, or in the case of Paul Rodgers, a reunion with Bad Company. The band has not gotten back together since, but Rodgers has stated that he's open to the idea of doing more, specially for charity.
Runaway
Queen + Paul Rodgers Lyrics
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with our love a love that was so strong
and as i still walk on i think of the things we've done
together a while our hearts were young
i'm a walking in the rain tears are falling and i feel the pain
wishing you were here by me to end this misery
and i wonder i wonder why why why why why why she ran away
run run run run runaway
The lyrics to Queen + Paul Rodgers's song "Runaway" express the feelings of heartbreak and confusion that arise when a relationship that was once happy and strong suddenly ends. The singer is walking in the rain, feeling the tears fall down their face as they think back on the memories they shared with their lover. They wonder what went wrong and why their partner decided to leave them, and they feel the pain of the loneliness and emptiness that follow.
The repeated phrase "runaway" reinforces the feeling of loss and abandonment that the singer is experiencing. They wish that their partner were there with them to help end their misery, but they are left alone to wonder where their love has gone. Despite the sadness and despair in the lyrics, there is also a sense of hope and determination, as the singer continues to walk forward and confront their emotions.
Overall, "Runaway" is a powerful expression of the complexities of heartbreak and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of loss and pain.
Line by Line Meaning
as i walk along i wonder what went wrong
Reflecting on the past and questioning why things didn't work out
with our love a love that was so strong
Recalling the strength and depth of the love shared
and as i still walk on i think of the things we've done
Continuing to reminisce about the memories made together
together a while our hearts were young
Remembering the time of their youth and the happiness they shared
i'm a walking in the rain tears are falling and i feel the pain
Conveying the physical and emotional pain of the heartbreak
wishing you were here by me to end this misery
Expressing the desire for the loved one's presence to heal the hurt
and i wonder i wonder why why why why why why she ran away
Reiterating the confusion and disbelief of the partner's departure
yes and i wonder where she will stay my little runaway
Curious about the location and well-being of the departed lover
run run run run runaway
Echoing the title of the song and emphasizing the theme of escape
Contributed by Mason Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
wyung60
What a brilliant re endition definitely got the Queen Stamp on it, as Freddie said if it's worth doing it's worth over doing, love it great vocals by the incomparable Paul Rodgers.
Ken Paisley
Great solo. Only Brian May can replicate a keyboard solo so well on guitar!
Randy Keelin
Love it! Paul Rogers you've won me over! Brian....say no more. You're one of the best ever!!!! Love this version.
MikeBoatCityPl
Great cover indeed :). Btw, It's RoDgers (common mistake)
Anne Simonot
I love this version! And the Crime Story version. I think Paul Rodgers has a great voice.
Dave Witter
Most excellent version. Thanks!
Макс Ельк
Любимый сериал из детства...
Nestor Garcia
Excelente cover, gran solo de guitarra 🎸
John Brown
Great arrangement and execution of a classic!
MsSweetunes
RIP Dennis Farina. He was truly a wonderful, talented actor! He lived the part! Gone too soon!