Foreplay/Long Time
Boston
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It's been such a long time I think I should be goin', yeah And time doesn't wait for me, it keeps on rollin' Sail on, on a distant highway I've got to keep on chasin' a dream, yeah I've gotta be on my way Wish there was something I could say Well, I'm takin' my time, I'm just movin' on You'll forget about me after I've been gone And I take what I find, I don't want no more It's just outside of your front door Ah yeah, it's been such a long time. it's been such a long time Well, I get so lonely when I am without you But in my mind, deep in my mind I can't forget about you Good times, and faces that remind me, yeah I'm tryin' to forget your name and leave it all behind me You're comin' back to find me Well I'm takin' my time, I'm just movin' on You'll forget about me after I've been gone And I take what I find, I don't want no more It's just outside of why our front door, yeah, yeah, yeah It's been such a long time. it's been such a long time Yeah It's been such a long time, I think I should be goin', yeah And time dosnt wait for me, it keeps on rollin' There's a long road, I've gotta stay in time with, yeah I've got to keep on chasin' that dream, though I may never find it I'm always just behind it Well I'm takin' my time, I'm just movin' along (Takin' my time) oh, just movin' along (Takin' my time) ah, just takin' my time (Takin' my time) oh, yeah (Takin' my time) oh, oh (Takin' my time) (Takin' my time) (Takin' my time) (Takin' my time) (Takin' my time)
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Written by: Donald T. Scholz
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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15 facts about this song
Release"Foreplay/Long Time" is a song by American rock band Boston released on their debut self-titled album in 1976.
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Song StructureThe song consists of two parts: an instrumental, "Foreplay," and its lyrical follow-up, "Long Time."
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Long Production PeriodThe instrumental part "Foreplay" was written six years before the "Long Time" segment, demonstrating Boston's multi-year process towards album production.
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Instrumental Mastery"Foreplay" features a fast-paced series of bass, organ, and guitar solos, highlighting the band members' instrumental skills.
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Song LengthIt is one of the longest songs on the album, with a duration of nearly eight minutes.
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Billboard Ranking"Foreplay/Long Time" peaked at number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1977.
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First Live PerformanceVocalist Brad Delp and guitarist Barry Goudreau first performed the "Foreplay" segment live in 1973, three years before the official release.
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Theme"Long Time" delves into themes of time passage and personal growth, reflecting on the choices one makes and its eventual outcomes.
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LegacyThe song enjoys an enduring legacy as a classic rock anthem, featuring in various films, television series, and video games over time.
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Unique Vocal TechniqueBrad Delp utilizes a belting technique in "Long Time," in which the singer pushes their vocal cords to the limit to reach higher notes, contributing to the song's energy and distinct sound.
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Cover VersionsSeveral bands and solo artists, including Tesla, Anthrax, and Vertical Horizon, have covered "Foreplay/Long Time".
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised the song for its inventive arrangement and staging along with the band's superb musicianship.
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Rock Band Inclusion"Foreplay/Long Time" is included in the video game "Rock Band," allowing gamers to play along to its complex music sequences.
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Neglected SingleDespite its popularity, "Foreplay/Long Time" never received a single release, instead being overshadowed by "More Than a Feeling" and "Peace of Mind."
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Live PerformancesBoston often uses "Foreplay/Long Time" as their set closer during live performances, ending their shows on a high note.
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