“Run to You” is a rock ballad by Canadian singer-songwriter Bryan Adams, released in October 1984 with “I’m Ready” on the B-side as the lead single from his fourth studio album, Reckless. The song became one of Adams’ most iconic hits, known for its moody atmosphere, driving guitar riffs, and emotional intensity.
Run to You tells the story of a man torn between love and infidelity, as he confesses to being in a relationship but unable to resist another woman. The track is driven by powerful electric guitar work, a steady drumbeat, and Adams’ signature raspy vocals. The melancholic yet anthemic feel, combined with the song’s atmospheric production, makes it one of the defining rock ballads of the 1980s. Adams co-wrote the song with his longtime collaborator Jim Vallance, and it was produced by Bob Clearmountain, ensuring a polished but raw rock sound.
The song was a commercial success, reaching No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 1 on the Top Rock Tracks chart in the U.S., while also performing well in Canada and Europe. It was one of the hits that helped Reckless become one of Adams’ most successful albums.
The music video, directed by Steve Barron, features dark, moody visuals, with Adams performing in nighttime cityscapes, shot in London and Los Angeles.The English actress Lysette Anthony appears in the video. The music video was nominated for the 1985 MTV Video Music Awards in five different categories: Best Direction, Best Special Effects, Best Art Direction, Best Editing, and Best Cinematography.