How Long Will I Love You

The Waterboys

About How Long Will I Love You

"How Long Will I Love You?" is a song by folk-rock band The Waterboys from their fifth studio album, Room to Roam (1990). Written by Mike Scott, it was released as the album's lead single. The song was subsequently covered by English singer Ellie Goulding and released as the second single from her album Halcyon Days (2013). Goulding's version is included on the soundtrack to the 2013 film About Time, which also features a different cover by Jon Boden, Sam Sweeney and Ben Coleman.  


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1990
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How long will I love you
As long as there are stars above you
And longer if I can

How long will I need you
As long as the seasons need to
Follow their plan

How long will I be with you
AS long as the sea is bound to
wash upon the sand

How long will I want you
As long as you want me to
And longer by far

How long will I hold you
As long as your father told you
As long as you are

How long will I give to you
As long as I live to you
However long it you say

How long will I love you
As long as are stars above you
And longer if I may

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The Waterboys

The Waterboys are a band formed in 1983 by Mike Scott. The band's membership, past and present, has been composed mainly of musicians from Scotland, Ireland and England. Edinburgh, London, Dublin, Spiddal, New York, and Findhorn have all served as homes for the group. The band has played in a number of different styles, but their music is a mix of Celtic folk music with rock and roll. After ten years of recording and touring, they dissolved in 1993 and Scott pursued a solo career. They reformed in 2000, and continue to release albums and tour worldwide. Scott emphasizes a continuity between The Waterboys and his solo work, saying that "To me there's no difference between Mike Scott and the Waterboys; they both mean the same thing. They mean myself and whoever… more »

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Written by: MIKE SCOTT

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10 facts about this song

Album Release
"How Long Will I Love You" is a song by The Waterboys from their fifth studio album, "Room to Roam," which was released in September 1990.
Song Popularity
Although not released as a single from the album, the song gained significant popularity years later due to various cover versions.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by The Waterboys' lead vocalist, Mike Scott.
Cover Versions
It was famously covered by folk artist Ellie Goulding in 2013 for the film "About Time." Her version became a major hit, charting in several countries.
Musical Style
"How Long Will I Love You" is set in a folky rock genre which is a hallmark of The Waterboys' style during the late 80s and early 90s.
Song Theme
The song is a romantic ode, with lyrics professing an everlasting love towards someone special.
Philanthropic Use
Ellie Goulding's version of the song was used as the official song for BBC Children in Need 2013, a UK charity.
Live Performances
The Waterboys have frequently performed "How Long Will I Love You" during their live shows, making it one of their signature songs.
Soundtrack Inclusion
Besides "About Time," the song was also used on the soundtrack for the reality TV show, "The Bachelor".
Reception
Despite not being a single, the song is one of The Waterboys' most recognized songs due to its evocative lyrics and melody.

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