Run Devil Run
Paul McCartney · 1999
40 min · 15 tracks · classical music
A spirited blend of rock and roll covers infused with McCartney's signature charm and energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blue Jean Bop Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Run Devil Run — The title track encapsulates the album's spirit with its driving rhythm and lyrics that evoke themes of defiance and resilience.
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Lonesome Town — This cover highlights McCartney's ability to infuse emotional depth into a classic, showcasing his vocal range and connection to the song's melancholic lyrics.
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All Shook Up — McCartney's rendition adds a playful energy to this Elvis Presley classic, demonstrating his knack for blending homage with personal flair.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful energy for gatherings
- short bursts of nostalgia
- waves of upbeat spontaneity
- sing-along anthems with friends
- lighthearted fun for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- seeking deep introspective themes
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its energetic rock covers and nostalgic charm.
- Themes
- nostalgic rock revival· post-Linda resilience· playful defiance
- Career context
- By the time of 'Run Devil Run's release in 1999, Paul McCartney was navigating a post-Beatles era marked by both commercial success and personal loss, following the death of his wife Linda. This album, his first entirely of rock and roll covers, served as a tribute to the music that influenced him during his youth, reflecting a return to his roots after years of experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wings· The Beach Boys· David Bowie
Tracklist
- 1 Blue Jean Bop Start here 1:57
- 2 She Said Yeah 2:06
- 3 All Shook Up 2:05
- 4 Run Devil Run 2:36
- 5 No Other Baby 4:17
- 6 Lonesome Town 3:30
- 7 Try Not to Cry 2:40
- 8 Movie Magg 2:12
- 9 Brown Eyed Handsome Man 2:27
- 10 What It Is 2:23
- 11 Coquette 2:42
- 12 I Got Stung 2:40
- 13 Honey Hush 2:35
- 14 Shake a Hand 3:52
- 15 Party 2:37
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Brutal Youth
Elvis Costello
Shares a raw rock energy and themes of resilience, blending nostalgia with a defiant spirit.
Rubber Factory
The Black Keys
Combines a gritty rock sound with playful charm, echoing McCartney's energetic revival of influences.
Imagination
Brian Wilson
Features a nostalgic vibe and playful arrangements, reflecting on personal themes similar to McCartney's journey.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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