(I've Been) Searchin' So Long

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About (I've Been) Searchin' So Long

"(I've Been) Searchin' So Long" is a song written by James Pankow for the group Chicago and recorded for their album Chicago VII (1974). The first single released from that album, it reached number 9 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100. It also hit number 8 on the Adult Contemporary chart. In Canada, the song peaked as high as number 5.


Year:
1975
4:30
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As my life goes on I believe
Somehow something's changed
Something deep inside
Ooh a part of me

There's a strange new light in my eyes
Things I've never known
Changing my life
Changing me

I've been searchin'
So long
To find an answer
Now I know my life has meaning, oh

Now I see myself as I am
Feeling very free
Life is everything
Ooh it's meant to be

When my days have come to an end
I will understand
What I left behind
Part of me

I've been searching
So long
To find and answer
Now I know my life has meaning, whoa

Searching (don't you know I'm)
For an answer
To the question
Oh yeah
"Who am I?"
Maybe (maybe it's true)
It's only natural (it's only natural baby, yeah)
Good things
In life
Take a long time (yeah yeah)

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Chicago

Chicago (i/ʃɪˈkɑːɡoʊ/ or /ʃɪˈkɔːɡoʊ/) is a rock band from the city of the same name. They were originally founded as Chicago Transit Authority before shortening their name before their breakout second album. They became known for their use of horns in their songs such as 25 or 6 to 4. The band nearly split following founding member Terry Kaths death but they decided to stay together. They became known for their rock ballads throughout the 80s. The band still tours to this day. more »

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Written by: JAMES PANKOW

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"(I've Been) Searchin' So Long" was released in 1974.
Chart Performance
The song reached the number 9 position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing its popularity.
Album
It is part of the band's seventh studio album, "Chicago VII."
Songwriter
The song was written by the band member James Pankow.
Music Genre
The song fits into the genres of Rock, Jazz, and Soft Rock.
Song Length
The duration of the song is 4:29 minutes.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists, adding to its lasting popularity.
Live Performances
"(I've Been) Searchin' So Long" is one of Chicago's often-performed songs during their live concerts.
Notable Lyrics
The song starts "As my life goes on I believe somehow something's changed. Something deep inside."
Vocals
The lead vocal in the song was provided by bandmember Peter Cetera.
Role in Album
It is the opening track on side three of the original double-LP set.
Album Success
"Chicago VII," the album in which this song was included, reached number 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.

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