Patience
Guns N' Roses · Greatest Hits [2004]
(whistle)
Shed a tear 'cause I'm missin' you
I'm still alright to smile
Girl, I think about you every day now
Was a time when I wasn't sure
But you set my mind at ease
There is no doubt
You're in my heart now
Said, woman, take it slow
It'll work itself out fine
All we need is just a little patience
Said, sugar, make it slow
And we come together fine
All we need is just a little patience
(patience)
Mm, yeah
I sit here on the stairs
'Cause I'd rather be alone
If I can't have you right now
I'll wait, dear
Sometimes I get so tense
But I can't speed up the time
But you know, love
There's one more thing to consider
Said, woman, take it slow
And things will be just fine
You and I'll just use a little patience
Said, sugar, take the time
'Cause the lights are shining bright
You and I've got what it takes
To make it, We won't fake it,
I'll never break it
'cause I can't take it
...little patience, mm yeah, mm yeah
need a little patience, yeah
just a little patience, yeah
some more patience, yeah
need some patience, yeah
could use some patience, yeah
gotta have some patience, yeah
all it takes is patience,
just a little patience
is all you need
I been walkin' the streets at night
Just tryin' to get it right
Hard to see with so many around
You know I don't like
Being stuck in the crowd
And the streets don't change
But baby the name
I ain't got time for the game
'cause I need you
Yeah, yeah, but I need you
Oo, I need you
Whoa, I need you
Oo, all this time
Patience - Guns N' Roses
Released on the 2004 compilation Greatest Hits, 'Patience' stands as a defining track in Guns N' Roses' legacy, blending the band's signature hard rock energy with a melodic, almost pop-inflected structure. Written by Axl Rose and Slash, the song captures the band's evolution from the raw aggression of their early work to a more polished, anthemic sound characteristic of their later career. The track features the iconic guitar solo by Slash, showcasing his technical prowess and emotional depth, which became a hallmark of the group's performances. As a staple of their discography, 'Patience' exemplifies the power ballad style that allowed the band to connect with a broader audience while maintaining their core identity. Its enduring popularity highlights the group's ability to craft songs that resonate across generations, cementing their status as one of the most influential acts in rock history.