I've Been Waiting for You

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About I've Been Waiting for You

"I've Been Waiting for You" is a song written by Neil Young, which he recorded for his 1968 debut solo album. In a song review for AllMusic, critic Matthew Greenwald described it as "One of the most powerful and well-crafted songs from Neil Young's self-titled solo debut ... A very strong and engaging melody is set against a striking, descending guitar riff, which serves as the song's hook."Young did not perform the song with Crazy Horse or Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, although he recorded a live solo acoustic version in November 1968, just a few days before the release of the album version. It was later included on the live album Sugar Mountain – Live at Canterbury House 1968, released in 2008. David Bowie, the Pixies (B-side of single "Velouria"), and Dinosaur Jr. (unreleased) have recorded renditions of the song. 


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1968
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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 could it be tomorrow?

I've been waiting for you
And you've been coming to me
For such a long time now
Such a long time now.

I've been waiting for you
And you've been coming to me
For such a long time now
Such a long time now.

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Neil Young

Neil Percival Young,OC,OM (born November 12, 1945) is a Canadian singer-songwriter. more »

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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.
Song inspiration
The song was largely inspired by Young's evolving style that combined folk, rock and country elements.
Instruments
Neil Young uses an electric guitar and harmonica in this song which adds a gritty texture to his heartfelt lyrics.
Album performance
Despite the enduring popularity of "I've Been Waiting For You," Neil Young’s self-titled debut did not chart well upon release.
Pixies cover
Alternative rock band the Pixies covered "I've Been Waiting For You" in 2004, more than three decades after the song's initial release.
Audience reception
The Pixies' version was often performed live and was well-received by fans, gaining popularity on alternative rock radio stations.
Genre
Pixies' version of the song is decidedly more grungy and punk-influenced, indicative of the band's style.
Pixies album
The Pixies' cover of "I've Been Waiting For You" was included on their fourth studio album, "Pixies."
David Bowie cover
Iconic English rock star David Bowie also covered "I've Been Waiting For You" for his 2002 album "Heathen."
Neil Young's acknowledgment
Despite 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.
Historical significance
Neil 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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