Long Time
Blondie Lyrics
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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
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
Blondie’s “Long Time” is a melancholic timepiece that explores the dark side of New York City life – a world where chasing heartache is a way of life. It’s about being trapped in a cycle of destructive relationships, pushing away love in favor of the comforts of familiarity. The lyrics speak of someone who has been with their partner for so long, to the point where they've seen them lose it, but ultimately, they don't care. The singer finds themselves running in circles around a night that never ends, chasing heartache through the city streets with a friend who may only be using them to feel safe.
The lyrics take a critical view of the modern world and how it can feel chaotic, and the pace of life can be overwhelming. The song asks if everything is worth it, and if people are happy with their lives. The lines "I can make you think everybody wants to be your friend" reveal the singer's desire to please whoever they are with, even to the point of making everyone seem like they're here to be their friend. It is uncertain if the singer’s efforts are for their own satisfaction or to make others happy. The chorus, "Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours. Are you happy?" shows a clear cycle of the singer’s attachment to their partner as they continue to allow themselves to be lost, hoping that it will eventually lead to closeness.
Overall, the song speaks of a type of acceptance or complacency, even though they know the world is dark, their actions are a way of coping or surviving in that environment.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been running circles 'round a night that never ends
I've been stuck in an endless cycle of chasing something that can never be caught
I've been chasing heartache, in a city and a friend
I've been pursuing something that brings pain, in a place and with a person that should bring comfort
I've been with you so long, even seen you lose it, but who cares?
I've been by your side for a while, seen your breakdowns, but it seems like nobody cares
Racing down The Bowery, on a crowded afternoon
Driving recklessly down a busy NYC street in broad daylight
Tripping from The Davenport of your insecure typhoon
Being thrown around in the chaos of your insecurity
Can you even want me, or is this just a way to keep you safe?
Do you truly desire me or am I just a safety net for you?
Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours
Use me as you please, then discard me, then pretend like I always belonged to you
Are you happy?
Are you satisfied with the power you hold over me?
Does it take you a long time?
Do you feel like it takes too much effort?
Does it make you upset?
Does it bother you?
Does it make you think everybody wants to be your friend?
Do you believe that everyone is only interested in you because of your status or success?
I can give you a heartbeat, I can give you a friend
I can be there for you emotionally
Drinking with your cell phone with a smile on your face
Drinking alone while appearing content on social media
Happy in success, but still a thousand miles away
Content with achievement, but emotionally distant
Is this what you wanted, is this everything you had in store?
Is this really what you envisioned for yourself, is this all there is?
Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours
Use me as you please, then discard me, then pretend like I always belonged to you
Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours
Use me as you please, then discard me, then pretend like I always belonged to you
Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours
Use me as you please, then discard me, then pretend like I always belonged to you
Take me, then lose me, then tell them I'm yours
Use me as you please, then discard me, then pretend like I always belonged to you
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, BMG Rights Management
Written by: DEV HYNES, DEBORAH HARRY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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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 Dripping from The Downpour 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
@UrbanoVideosHD
I love this song. PES 2018 <3
@halogan9252
First
@faustogarcia469
Tío!! Por lo visto sabes de fútbol 😎
@naufal85
wow same dude
@nehuenguzman337
Ultra same B)
@theasneto7076
Me too
@kocpt5527
"everybody wants to be yooour friend!" the best PES 2018 music ever.
@flannigan7956
It kicks ass because it's half of old Blondus
@tv_3212
ほんとうに懐かしすぎて泣きそう
ウイイレ2018最高だった
@VSGAMER1
yes man 😭