Boston – Foreplay/Long Time

About the song

“Foreplay/Long Time” is a song by the American rock band Boston, released on their self-titled debut album in 1976. Written by the band’s founder and primary songwriter, Tom Scholz, the track is notable for its intricate structure and distinctive sound, blending progressive rock with classic rock elements.

“Foreplay”

The song opens with an instrumental section titled “Foreplay,” which lasts about two minutes. This instrumental introduction showcases a dynamic mix of organ, synthesizers, and electric guitar, highlighting Tom Scholz’s technical prowess and setting a high-energy tone for the rest of the track. The progressive rock influences are evident in the complex arrangements and the driving rhythm that build anticipation for the following segment.

“Long Time”

Transitioning seamlessly from “Foreplay,” the song moves into “Long Time,” a more traditional rock song. This part is characterized by its catchy melody, powerful guitar riffs, and Brad Delp’s soaring vocals. The lyrics of “Long Time” reflect themes of change and the passage of time, with the narrator expressing a sense of urgency and excitement about moving forward and experiencing life.

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Lyric

[Verse 1]
It’s been such a long time
I think I should be goin’, yeah
And time doesn’t wait for me
It keeps on rollin’

[Bridge 1]
Sail on, on a distant highway, yeah
I’ve got to keep on chasin’ a dream
I’ve gotta be on my way
Wish there was something I could say

[Chorus]
Well, I’m takin’ my time, I’m just movin’ along
You’ll forget about me after I’ve been gone
And I take what I find, I don’t want no more
It’s just outside of your front door

[Post-Chorus]
Ah yeah yeah yeah
It’s been such a long time
It’s been such a long time
Hey

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[Verse 2]
Well I get so lonely
When I am without you-ooo
But in my mind, deep in my mind
I can’t forget about you, ohh

[Bridge 2]
Now good times
And faces that remind me, yeah
I’m tryin’ to forget your name
And leave it all behind me
You’re comin’ back to find me

[Chorus]
Well, I’m takin’ my time, I’m just movin’ along
You’ll forget about me after I’ve been gone
And I take what I find, I don’t want no more
It’s just outside of your front door

[Post-Chorus]
Yeah yeah yeah, hey
It’s been such a long time
It’s been such a long time

[Guitar Solo]

[Verse 1]
Yeah, It’s been such a long time
I think I should be goin’, yeah
And time doesn’t wait for me
It keeps on rollin’

[Bridge 3]
There’s a long road
I’ve gotta stay in time with, yeah
I’ve got to keep on chasin’ that dream
Though I may never find it
I’m always just behind it, oo ooo

[Outro]
Well, I’m takin’ my time, I’m just movin’ along
Takin’ my time, oh, just movin’ along
Takin’ my time, ohh, I’m takin’ my time
Takin’ my time, yeah
Takin’ my time
Takin’ my time
Takin’ my time (takin’ my time)
Takin’ my time (oh just takin’ my time)
Takin’ my time (just outside-a your front door)
Takin’ my time