I'll Be Waiting

Lenny Kravitz

About I'll Be Waiting

"I'll Be Waiting" is a rock song written by Lenny Kravitz and Craig Ross for Kravitz's eighth studio album, It Is Time for a Love Revolution (2008). It was released as the album's lead single on December 6, 2007 (although "Bring It On" had been previously released as a radio-only single to U. S. rock stations). The iTunes download release date for the song was November 6, 2007. The song is a power ballad, where Kravitz sings of waiting for someone, heartbroken over a failed relationship, to realize he is the one who really loves her.  


Year:
2008
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He broke your heart
He took your soul
You're hurt inside
Because there's a hole
You need some time
To be alone
Then you will find
What you always know

I'm the one who really loves you baby
I've been knocking at your door

As long as I'm living, I'll be waiting
As long as I'm breathing, I'll be there
Whenever you call me, I'll be waiting
Whenever you need me, I'll be there

I've seen you cry
Into the night
I feel your pain
Can I make it right
I realized there's no end inside

Yet still I'll wait
For you to see the light

I'm the one who really loves you baby
I can't take it anymore

As long as I'm living, I'll be waiting
As long as I'm breathing, I'll be there
Whenever you call me, I'll be waiting
Whenever you need me, I'll be there

You are my only I've ever known
That makes me feel this way
Couldn't on my own
I want to be with you until we're old

You have the love you need right in front of you
Please come home

As long as I'm living, I'll be waiting
As long as I'm breathing, I'll be there
Whenever you call me, I'll be waiting
Whenever you need me, I'll be there

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Lenny Kravitz

Leonard Albert "Lenny" Kravitz (born May 26, 1964) is an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, actor and arranger, whose "retro" style incorporates elements of rock, soul, R&B, funk, reggae, hard rock, psychedelic, folk and ballads. In addition to singing lead and backing vocals, Kravitz often played all the guitar, bass, drums, keyboards and percussion himself when recording. He is known for his elaborate stage performances and music videos. more »

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Written by: Craig David Ross, Lenny Kravitz

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11 facts about this song

Song Title and Artist
The song is titled "I'll Be Waiting" and it was released by American rock musician Lenny Kravitz.
Release Date
"I'll Be Waiting" was released on November 6, 2007 as part of Lenny Kravitz’s eighth studio album, "It Is Time for a Love Revolution".
Song Genre
The song belongs to the rock/pop music genre, specifically soft rock and pop rock.
Songwriter and Producer
Lenny Kravitz himself wrote and produced the track.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, the single soon topped the Italian Singles Chart and reached number 11 on the Swiss Singles Chart. It also had some success on the UK Singles Chart, reaching number 73.
Music Video
The music video for "I'll Be Waiting" depicts Kravitz in a variety of settings, from city streets to boat rides, and features a multitude of changing outfits and aesthetics.
Live Performances
Kravitz has performed this song at several live performances, including at the Live Earth concert in Rio de Janeiro in 2007.
Personal Significance
In interviews, Kravitz has mentioned the significance of the song's lyrics which reflect his longing and waiting for true love.
Critics Review
Many critics have lauded Kravitz's songwriting in "I'll Be Waiting", complimenting its deeply emotional content and his powerful vocals.
Song Inspiration
Although it's not officially confirmed, some speculate "I'll Be Waiting" to be motivated by his past relationship with famous French singer, Vanessa Paradis.
Awards
Despite its reasonable commercial success, the song hasn't won any notable music awards.

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