Waited So Long
James Taylor · Other Songs - James Taylor
Go on now tell uncle Paul
Tell all my girlfriends
Not to wait for me
Daddy, I'm no virgin
And I've already waited too long
Raise up your eyebrows
Raise, I said raise your glasses with a song
But don't expect me to be home tonight
Daddy, I'm sorry
But I've already waited too long
I met a boy with eyes of green
The warmest eyes I'd ever seen
He gave his lovin' love to me
The way I've always heard it would be
Daddy, please forgive me
And I've already waited so long
So blow, blow, blow out the candles
make my bed wide and long
Tell all my girlfriends
Not to wait for me
Daddy, I'm no virgin
I said I've already waited too long
Daddy, I'm sorry
But I've already waited so long
Waited So Long
James Taylor's "Waited So Long" stands as a poignant example of her mid-career songwriting, blending acoustic intimacy with the reflective mood characteristic of her work during the early 1970s. The track captures the emotional weight of anticipation and the passage of time, themes that have consistently resonated throughout her discography. Recorded with her signature blend of folk and pop sensibilities, the song showcases her ability to craft narratives that feel both personal and universally relatable. It reflects an era where Taylor was refining her artistry, moving beyond her early folk roots to explore more complex emotional landscapes in her recordings. The composition remains a testament to her enduring skill in translating human experience into music that continues to connect with listeners across generations.