How Long
Groove Armada feat. Ace Lyrics
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How long has this been going on?
Well, if friends with their fancy persuasion
Don't admit that it's part of a scheme
Then I can't help but have my suspicions
'Cause I ain't quite as dumb as I seem
And you said you was never intending
But there ain't any use in pretending
It could happen to us any day
How long has this been going on?
How long has this been going on?
Oh, your friends with their fancy persuasion
Don't admit that it's part of a scheme
But I can't help but have my suspicions
'Cause I ain't quite as dumb as I seem
Oh, you said you was never intending
To break up our scene in this way
But there ain't any use in pretending
It could happen to us any day
And how long has this been going on?
How long has this been going on?
How long?
How long has this been going on?
How long has this been going on?
How long has this been going on?
How long?
How long has this been going on?
The song "How Long" by Groove Armada feat. Ace is a contemplative and introspective piece that speaks to the doubts and suspicions that arise during a relationship. The opening line, "How long has this been going on?" sets the tone for the song's sense of uncertainty and questions about the reality of the situation. The first verse explores the idea that perhaps the friends of the person's partner are working behind the scenes to undermine the relationship. The singer doesn't fully trust what their partner is saying, and they are aware that they are not as naive as they may appear to be. The second verse follows a similar theme, with the singer recognizing that their partner may not have intended to cause any harm, but ultimately acknowledges that it doesn't change the fact that things could fall apart at any moment.
The repeated refrain of "How long has this been going on?" reinforces the sense of unease and uncertainty throughout the song. It suggests that the singer has been questioning the relationship for some time, unsure of where things are headed. Overall, "How Long" speaks to the often-complicated and complex nature of human relationships, and the doubts and suspicions that can arise even in the best of partnerships.
Line by Line Meaning
How long has this been going on?
Questioning the duration of a mysterious situation
Well, if friends with their fancy persuasion
Acknowledging the influence of persuasive friends
Don't admit that it's part of a scheme
Suspecting that there may be ulterior motives at play
Then I can't help but have my suspicions
Expressing skepticism towards the situation
'Cause I ain't quite as dumb as I seem
Asserting intelligence despite appearing naive
And you said you was never intending
Referencing promises made by someone involved
To break up our scene in this way
Implying that the situation threatens a certain dynamic
But there ain't any use in pretending
Suggesting a need for honesty and transparency
It could happen to us any day
Warning that a similar situation could happen to them
Oh, your friends with their fancy persuasion
Reiterating the impact of persuasive friends
But I can't help but have my suspicions
Continuing to express skepticism
How long?
Repeating the initial question
How long has this been going on?
Reiterating the main inquiry
How long has this been going on?
Asking again, emphasizing the need for an answer
How long has this been going on?
Repeating the essential question
How long has this been going on?
Echoing the persistent inquiry
How long has this been going on?
Raising the same query once more
How long?
Ending with the same question
Lyrics © DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group, Tratore, Capitol CMG Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: PAUL MELVYN CARRACK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
theCollectorCasanova
Groove Armada killing it with this 'Late Night Tales' feature!! Wondering if they did a DJ mix or just provided a set list? Either way the programming is solid gold.
alexandre dray
Great song!!
Apollo Zero
This is actually a cover by Sugardaddy and not Ace. :)
Svengali sven
Nope, it's not. It is definitely Ace the intro is totally different, as is the defining bassline and the vocals don't sound anything like Paul Carrack.
Will Lee
relisten to both versions. i have a sneaking suspicion that you may be mistaken