Tired of Waiting for You

The Kinks

About Tired of Waiting for You

"Tired of Waiting for You" was a hit 1965 rock song by the English band The Kinks. The song was released as a single on 15 January 1965 in the UK and on 17 February 1965 in the USA. It then appeared on their second studio album Kinda Kinks.


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So tired 
Tired of waiting 
Tired of waiting for you 

So tired 
Tired of waiting 
Tired of waiting for you 

I was a lonely soul 
I had nobody till I met you 
But you keep a-me waiting 
All of the time 
What can I do? 

It's your life 
And you can do what you want 
Do what you like 
But please don't keep a-me waiting 
Please don't keep a-me waiting 

'Cause I'm so tired 
Tired of waiting 
Tired of waiting for you 

So tired
Tired of waiting 
Tired of waiting for you 

I was a lonely soul 
I had nobody till I met you 
But you keep a-me waiting 
All of the time 
What can I do? 

It's your life 
And you can do what you want 
Do what you like 
But please don't keep a-me waiting 
Please don't keep a-me waiting 

'Cause I'm so tired 
Tired of waiting 
Tired of waiting for you 

So tired 
Tired of waiting 
Tired of waiting for you 
For you 
For you

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The Kinks

The Kinks were an English rock band formed in Muswell Hill, North London, by brothers Ray and Dave Davies in 1964. Categorised in the United States as a British Invasion band, the Kinks are recognised as one of the most important and influential rock groups of the era. Their music was influenced by a wide range of genres, including rhythm and blues, British music hall, folk and country. Ray Davies (lead vocals, rhythm guitar) and Dave Davies (lead guitar, vocals) remained members throughout the group's 32-year run. Original members Pete Quaife (bass guitar, vocals) and Mick Avory (drums and percussion) were replaced by John Dalton in 1969 and Bob Henrit in 1984, respectively. Dalton was in turn replaced by Jim Rodford in 1978. Keyboardist Nicky Hopkins accomp… more »

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Written by: RAYMOND DOUGLAS DAVIES

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13 facts about this song

Release Date
"Tired of Waiting for You" was released as a single on January 15, 1965.
Album
The song is a part of their second studio album "Kinda Kinks," which was released the same year.
Chart Performance
The song topped the UK Singles Chart for one week, becoming the band’s second number one hit following “You Really Got Me.”
US Performance
"Tired of Waiting For You" also performed well in the US, reaching number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Songwriter
The lead vocalist and principal songwriter for The Kinks, Ray Davies, wrote "Tired of Waiting for You."
Lyrics
The song's lyrics express a growing impatience with a lover, characterized by the repeated line "I'm so tired, tired of waiting, tired of waiting for you."
Influence
It is considered one of the most important works of The Kinks, and has influenced many other bands and artists, including Green Day and Norah Jones.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered this song, including Green Day, and it was also used in a number of commercials and films.
Band Tensions
Despite the success "Tired of Waiting for You" the band had ongoing tensions, specifically between Dave Davies and his brother Ray, who was the band's main songwriter. Dave reportedly wanted to write more songs for the band, but felt overshadowed by Ray.
Song Structure
The song employs a rather unique structure for its time, with its repetitive and gradual build-up of guitar chords in the verse, which then resolves in the chorus.
Musical composition
“Tired of Waiting for You” is recognized for its distinctive, reflective mood set by the moderately slow tempo, and the alternating complex guitar riffs and gentle harmonies.
Awards
The song is included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's list of "500 Songs That Shaped Rock and Roll".
Genre
The Kinks are known as one of the pioneers in the rock genre, and this song, in particular, is often associated with the British Invasion of the US music charts in the mid-1960s.

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