I've Been Waiting for You
Pixies
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I've been looking For a woman To save my life Not to beg, or to borrow A woman With the feeling Of losing once or twice Who knows how it could be tomorrow? I've been waiting for you And you've been coming for me For such a long time now Such a long time now A woman With the feeling Of losing once or twice Who knows how it could be tomorrow? I've been waiting for you And you've been coming for me For such a long time now Such a long time now
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Written by: Neil Young
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11 facts about this song
Neil Young"I've Been Waiting For You" is a song by Canadian singer-songwriter Neil Young, released on his eponymous debut album in 1969.
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Song inspirationThe song was largely inspired by Young's evolving style that combined folk, rock and country elements.
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InstrumentsNeil Young uses an electric guitar and harmonica in this song which adds a gritty texture to his heartfelt lyrics.
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Album performanceDespite the enduring popularity of "I've Been Waiting For You," Neil Young’s self-titled debut did not chart well upon release.
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Pixies coverAlternative rock band the Pixies covered "I've Been Waiting For You" in 2004, more than three decades after the song's initial release.
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Audience receptionThe Pixies' version was often performed live and was well-received by fans, gaining popularity on alternative rock radio stations.
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GenrePixies' version of the song is decidedly more grungy and punk-influenced, indicative of the band's style.
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Pixies albumThe Pixies' cover of "I've Been Waiting For You" was included on their fourth studio album, "Pixies."
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David Bowie coverIconic English rock star David Bowie also covered "I've Been Waiting For You" for his 2002 album "Heathen."
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Neil Young's acknowledgmentDespite the numerous covers of his song, Neil Young has expressed an appreciation for Pixies' version, commenting on their ability to take his song and give it their own unique spin.
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Historical significanceNeil Young’s song "I've Been Waiting For You" and Pixies' rendition of it, both serve as significant contributions to their respective eras and styles of rock music.
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