Spending My Time
Roxette
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What's the time? Seems it's already morning I see the sky, it's so beautiful and blue The TV's on but the only thing showing Is a picture of you Oh, I get up and make myself some coffee I try to read a bit but the story's too thin I thank the lord above, you're not here to see me In this shape I'm in? Spending my time Watching the days go by Feeling so small, I stare at the wall Hoping that you think of me too I'm spending my time I try to call but I don't know what to tell you I leave a kiss on your answering machine Oh, help me please, is there someone who can make me Wake up from this dream? Spending my time Watching the days go by Feeling so small, I stare at the wall Hoping that you are missing me too I'm spending my time, watching the sun go down I fall asleep to the sound, of tears of the clown Prayer gone blind I'm spending my time My friends keep telling me, "hey, life will go on" Time will make sure I'll get over you This silly game of love you play, you win only to lose Oh oh I'm spending my time (spending my time) Watching the days go by Feeling so small, I stare at the wall Hoping that you think of me too I'm spending my time (spending my time) Watching the sun go down I fall asleep to the sound, of tears of the clown Prayer gone blind I'm spending my time (I'm spending my time) I can't live without your love I'm spending my time, uh I'm spending my time, my time, my time The bed is too big without you honey, honey ? (I'm spending my time) oh oh
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Written by: Per Hakan Gessle, Mats Arne Persson
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Origin"Spending My Time" is a song by Swedish pop duo Roxette, released as the fourth single from their third studio album, "Joyride" in 1991.
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GenreThe song is a ballad, revolving around the sentiments of lost love and longing.
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SongwritingBoth Per Gessle and Mats Arne Persson worked together to write this melancholic yet melodic piece.
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Commercial SuccessIt was a commercial hit, reaching the top five in Norway and Sweden, the top ten in Belgium and the top 20 in several other European countries as well as in Australia and the United States.
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Music VideoDirected by Doug Freel, the music video is conceptually introspective, featuring vocalist Marie Fredriksson performing the song intercut with scenes of a woman spending her time aimlessly, ostensibly waiting for her lover.
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Critical ReceptionUpon release, it received generally positive reviews from music critics, with many appreciating its haunting melody and intense emotive delivery.
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AwardsAlthough it did not bag any significant awards on its own, its contributing role to the success of the album "Joyride" cannot be ignored, which won the duo several accolities including Rockbjörnen award for Best Swedish Album in 1991.
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Cover VersionsIt has been covered by various artists, most notably by Spanish singer, Mai Meneses who released it as a single in 2008.
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Live PerformancesThe song is a staple in Roxette's live performances, becoming a fan favorite over the years.
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ImpactThe song's relatable narrative and heartfelt delivery has left a significant impact on its listeners, thus showcasing Roxette's proficiency in performing emotional ballads.
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