As Long As It Matters
Gin Blossoms · 20th Century Masters: Millennium Collection [2003]
That two can take
Without stumbling as we
Walk into our future's wake
I'm like a broken record
That you can play
Repeating as if it matters
Everything I want to say
I'll be all right
As long as it matters
As long as you're here with me now
Forget that time it's nothing
We touch and see
All this is fine
Even as it crashes down on me
I'm looking around
There's nothing that I could want
More than to tell you
There's no more than we've already got
I'll be all right
As long as it matters
As long as you're here with me now
I'll be all right
As long as it matters
As long as you're here with me now
Forget that our time is almost up
I'll be all right
As long as it matters
As long as you're here with me now
I'll be all right
As long as it matters
As long as you're here with me now
As Long As It Matters - Gin Blossoms
Gin Blossoms' "As Long As It Matters" stands as a defining track from their 1996 breakthrough album, "Congratulations I'm Sorry." The song captures the band's signature mid-90s alternative rock sound, blending melodic pop sensibilities with the raw energy that propelled them to mainstream success. Featured prominently on the "20th Century Masters" compilation, the recording showcases the group's ability to craft anthemic choruses that resonated deeply with audiences during their peak era. The track remains a staple of their discography, reflecting the nostalgic and heart-driven themes that characterized their body of work. Its enduring popularity highlights the band's significant influence on the alternative rock landscape of the mid-1990s.