Run, Rabbit, Run - Flanagan and Allen - MP3 instrumental karaoke

While often associated with World War II-era British morale, “Run, Rabbit, Run” was actually written and first performed in 1939, not 1932, by the popular music hall duo Flanagan and Allen. Written by Noel Gay with lyrics by Ralph Butler, “Run, Rabbit, Run” quickly became a beloved wartime classic, known for its cheerful melody and satirical undertones. Originally part of the revue The Little Dog Laughed, “Run, Rabbit, Run” gained widespread fame when performed by Flanagan and Allen, whose warm harmonies and comedic timing gave the song its signature charm. At first glance, it’s a lighthearted novelty tune about rabbits evading a farmer’s gun, but during the war, it took on new meaning. The British public embraced “Run, Rabbit, Run” as a symbol of resilience, often interpreted as poking fun at the failed bombing raids of the Luftwaffe—turning “Run, Adolf, Run” into a popular parody line.