The song was originally written as a breakup track, but the film's director, Mick Jackson, requested it be rewritten as a love song to fit an earlier scene in the movie.
It portrays a character who presents a strong facade to the world but is "scared sometimes" and feels "so alone" behind closed doors. Production & Reception Whitney Houston Run To You
While it’s a love song at its core, the lyrics delve into the and the need for security. The song was originally written as a breakup
Ironically, Houston recorded the song while suffering from a hoarse voice and a cold. This physical strain added a layer of raw vulnerability to the recording that songwriters Jud Friedman and Allan Rich believe made it even more special. Lyrical Depth: Loneliness vs. Longing but the film's director
