Long Time
Blondie
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I've been running circles 'round a night that never ends I've been chasing heartache, in a city and a friend I've been with you so long, even seen you lose it, but who cares? Racing down The Bowery, on a crowded afternoon Tripping from The Davenport of your insecure typhoon Can you even want me, or is this just a way to keep you safe? Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours Are you happy? Does it take you a long time? Does it make you upset? Does it make you think everybody wants to be your friend? I can give you a heartbeat, I can give you a friend I can make you think everybody wants to be your friend Drinking with your cell phone with a smile on your face Happy in success, but still a thousand miles away Is this what you wanted, is this everything you had in store? Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours Are you happy? Does it take you a long time Does it make you upset Does it make you think everybody wants to be your friend I can give you a heartbeat, I can give you a friend I can make you think everybody wants to be your friend Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours Are you happy? I've been running circles 'round a night that never ends I've been chasing heartache, in a city and a friend I've been with you so long, even seen you lose it, but who cares? Does it take you a long time? Does it make you upset? Does it make you think everybody wants to be your friend? I can give you a heartbeat, I can give you a friend I can make you think everybody wants to be your friend Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours
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Written by: DEV HYNES, DEBORAH HARRY
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10 facts about this song
Musical Origin"Long Time" was released by the American rock band Blondie. The band is renowned for its eclectic mix of musical styles, incorporating elements of disco, pop, rap, and reggae into their punk and new wave sound.
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Release DetailsThe song "Long Time" was released on March 24, 2017. It served as the third single from the band’s eleventh studio album, "Pollinator," which came out later that year in May.
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Collaborations"Long Time" was co-written by the band's lead vocalist, Debbie Harry, and British musician Dev Hynes, also known as Blood Orange. Hynes has a reputation for his work as a songwriter and producer with artists such as Solange and Carly Rae Jepsen.
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Album SuccessThe album "Pollinator," from which "Long Time" comes, debuted at number four on the UK Albums Chart and number 36 on the Billboard 200 chart. It was also critically acclaimed for its modern take on the band's signature style.
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Inspirational LinkThe tune of "Long Time" is reminiscent of the band's number one hit, "Heart of Glass." The new song was described as a response or sequel to the earlier track.
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Critical Acclaim"Long Time" received positive reviews from music critics, with many noting its catchy melodies and erudite lyrics. The song also received praise for successfully channeling Blondie’s classic sound with a contemporary twist.
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Recording LocationThe song, like the other tracks on the "Pollinator" album, was recorded at the famous New York City recording studio The Magic Shop, which closed down shortly after the tracks were completed.
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Public PerformanceBlondie performed "Long Time" on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in April 2017, introducing the song to a broad television audience.
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Music VideoThe official music video for "Long Time" was filmed in various locations across New York City reflecting the band's long-standing association with the city.
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AwardsDespite its popularity and critical acclaim, "Long Time" did not win any major music awards. However, the album "Pollinator" was nominated for a UK Music Video Award in the category of Best Art Direction & Design.
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