Discover the story of the song > Running In The Family – Level 42

The protagonist and his siblings had a strict dad who would send them to their room when they misbehaved, but they eventually realized that he was just tough on them so they would become better people. One night, the protagonist and his brother snuck out of their room and ran away from their problems, but they were eventually caught and taken to the police station. Although they may have different experiences, they all share their father's traits and tendencies. Overall, the song is about how certain behaviors and characteristics can run in families.