What Took You So Long?
Emma Bunton
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Yeah, yeah, yeah. Oh, talk to me, can't you see I'll help you work things out. Oh, don't want to be your enemy And I don't want to scream and shout. Cause, baby, I believe in honesty And then be strong and true. I shouldn't have to say now, baby, That I believe in you. [Chorus] What took you so long? What took you all night? What took you forever to see I'm right? You know, I treat you so good, I make you feel fine. You know, I'll never give it up this time. Oh, no, no. Oh, you touched my heart right from the start, You didn't know what to say. But, honey, I understand When you take my hand everything's OK. Cause, baby, I believe reality, It's never far away. I've had enough, so listen, baby, I've got something to say. [Chorus: x2] Baby, I believe in honesty And then be strong and true. I shouldn't have to say now, baby, That I believe in you. [Chorus: x3]
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Written by: RICHARD STANNARD, DAVID MORGAN, JOHN THEMIS, EMMA BUNTON, JULIAN GALLAGHER, MARTIN HARRINGTON
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
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13 facts about this song
Artist Profile"What Took You So Long?" was sung by Emma Bunton, also known as "Baby Spice" from the British pop group, the Spice Girls.
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Song ReleaseThe song was officially released on April 2, 2001, as the lead single from her debut solo album, 'A Girl Like Me’.
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Music Genre"What Took You So Long?" is characterized as a pop and folk-pop song.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a commercial success, debuting at number one on the UK Singles Chart and remained in the top spot for two weeks.
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Record SalesAs of July 2001, "What Took You So Long?" was certified Gold by the British Phonographic Industry for sales over 400,000 copies.
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was penned by Richard Stannard, Julian Gallagher, Martin Harrington, John Themis, and Emma Bunton herself.
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Music VideoThe music video was shot in South Africa and features Bunton driving a blue Ford Thunderbird through the South African desert to the beach, alongside scenes of her singing on a bed.
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Critical Reception"What Took You So Long?" received generally positive reviews from music critics, often praised for its catchy chorus and Bunton's mature vocals.
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International SuccessNot only in the UK, the song also charted highly in several countries including Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, and across Europe.
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Live PerformancesEmma Bunton has performed "What Took You So Long?" at several live events including at the 2001 MTV Europe Music Awards.
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Song MeaningThe song reflects the theme of waiting for someone you love to recognize and reciprocate your feelings.
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Cover VersionsWhile there have been no notable covers, Emma has performed the song live several times, including at promotional visits to various radio stations.
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Album SuccessThanks to the commercial success of "What Took You So Long?", Emma Bunton's album 'A Girl Like Me' has also been certified Gold in the UK for sales of over 100,000 copies.
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