Runaway is one of the most iconic hits of the early 1960s Rock and Roll era. The track stands out for its unique combination of Del Shannon's soaring falsetto vocals and the haunting electric organ solo, which was performed on a custom-built instrument called the Musitron (an early form of synthesizer). The original 1961 recording quickly became a global phenomenon. The live performance in Tokyo, Japan in 1987 exemplifies the song's enduring appeal, as Del Shannon maintained his powerful voice a