Spending My Time
Roxette · Don't Bore Us - Get To The Chorus!
I see the sky, it's so beautiful and blue
The tv's on but the only thing showing is a picture of you
Oh I get up and make myself some coffee
I try to read a bit, but the story is too thin
I thank the Lord above you're not here to see me
in this shape I'm in
Spending my time
Watching the days go by
Feeling so small, I stare at the wall
hoping that you think of me too
I'm spending my time
I try to call but I don't know what to tell you
I leave a kiss on your answering machine
Oh help me please is there someone who can make me
wake up from this dream?
spending my time
watching the days go by
feeling so small, I stare at the wall
hoping that you are missing me too
spending my time
watching the sun go down
I fall asleep to the sound
of "tears of a clown"
a prayer gone blind
I'm spending my time
my friends keep telling me hey life will go on
time will make sure I'll get over you ooh
this silly game of love - you play, you win only to lose
I'm spending my time
watching the days go by
feeling so small, I stare at the wall
hoping that you think of me too
I'm spending my time
watching the sun go down
fall asleep to the sound
tears of a clown
a prayer gone blind
I'm spending my time...
Spending My Time
Released on the 1993 album Don't Bore Us - Get To The Chorus!, Roxette's "Spending My Time" stands as a quintessential example of their mid-90s pop sound. The track features the duo's signature blend of melodic hooks and emotional vocal delivery, characteristic of their work during this era. While often overshadowed by their massive hits like "It Must Have Been Love," the song showcases Per Gessle's songwriting prowess and Marie Fredriksson's emotive performance. It captures the romantic and reflective themes that defined their discography, offering a polished production that resonated with audiences globally. The recording reflects the era's pop sensibilities, balancing accessibility with a distinct Swedish pop identity that helped establish Roxette as international icons.