Long Time - Boston (1977)

Single version from the debut album (The album version it combined the "Foreplay", progressive instrumental intro 2.25 minute). Peaked at No. 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 in February 1977.

[@yossarian6799]

1977. I was ten years old when Dad passed down his cherished '73 Trans Am to my oldest brother Timmy for his 16th birthday. Timmy was the most popular boy in his class, star athlete and straight-A student, but he always manage to find time to spend with his shy little brother. He'd take me rollerskating, to the movies, and let me tag along when he'd hang out at the Quick Snack with his buddies. We'd roam the roads of the Valley looking for stoplight drag races, always with the great rock blasting out of the 8-track. He was affectionate and patient, the opposite of our brooding, sadistic dickbag brother Eric, who used me for a motorbike ramp and farted on me all the time. But Eric was also very protective of me, encouraged me, and taught me to stand up for myself. Like all boys their age, they listened to the popular rock of the time and I've always felt more connected to their music than to the music of my own generation. They turned out to be great husbands and fathers and the three of us aren't just brothers, but best friends. So this one goes out to the two greatest big brothers ever. Love you both - from your little "Squeet"

[@michaelriebandt6754]

Trans-ams were coolest car back then, everybody had Camaro, Trans-am somewhat rare. I am still car guy, at 59.

[@randallkeith6802]

This song is really one of the most powerful songs I've heard however it is only my opinion...🤩😍🥰😇

[@michaelethangross3395]

Oh hell yeah sounds so good on my 20,850 watt pa system just recently broke the 20K barrier . . .

[@garyberger9257]

Oh, I'm sure we'll find a person or two here and there who agree with us.

[@-108-]

Don't discount your opinion! Cuz it's correct!

[@petemcgregor9774]

I second that opinion. Sholtz was a genius to make his own guitar effects in 1976 and listen to how long the notes hold on the guitar 🎸. Even left the harmonic feedback which just further exemplifies the sound. 👍

[@markdinkoski4905]

Right there with you , that is why I just put it on ..Down a little and needed some old school vibes ...

[@perrydavis3612]

It was unbelievable in 77 an it still is today - amazing

[@EpicAndrew97]

This song was released in 1976

[@bobwirth9256]

Wow 48 years after it's release, it still gives me chills blasting this song , songs like this have no expiry date 🎸🎤

[@montestu5502]

The song NEVER gets old. I’ve listened to it 1000 times. Love it.

[@steveingram8177]

In 1979 I stood 10 feet away from Brad delp as he belted this song out, one of the best gigs I've been to... Outstanding..

[@deb3670]

Still lovin' Boston 2023 Never gets old. Never. RIP Brad ❤❤ The best.

[@backwoodsjeff]

One of the best bands ever

[@laurenonmoonlightdr]

I graduated High School in 1977, when this song came out, so this song will always be my go to song to feel young again for a bit!!

[@richardhamblen5526]

So did I..:)

[@earlstevenson8109]

Sure takes me back ,when things were great..still rockn at 63

[@yvonnemaletzky2849]

Boston after all these years you are still the best

[@anthonyward8587]

One of the most underrated bands of all time..what a voice and great musicianship, incredible. Australian summer was a blast with the Boston boys..rip Brad and Sib..never forgotten.

[@brooks123fu]

Underrated? Lol

[@jane2tarzan]

These lyrics were on my bedroom wall....I moved out of my parent's house that year. This song gave me the motivation to get to a better place for my mental health.

[@Cooldad24]

I listened to Boston every day at lunch in highschool during the time period from 1981-85 while getting high. Great Times were had by all.

[@brendee85]

Who’s listening in 2021???

[@mr.a8315]

2024.❤️👍

[@jamesyaughn1956]

I am . 07 09 2024

[@nestortoledo5380]

2024 and loving It!!! Incredible song...

[@MichaelR-rs9ls]

Im 57 , 1 of they best songs on my list.

[@jd218]

God isn't bound by time.some how its just for us.love the lyrics it doesn't wait just keeps on flowing I'll be 60 soon

[@nivado2260]

they don't make music like this anymore

[@1drumminboy]

That is a beautiful song. The singers involved. Amazing

[@ashratempel5094]

Masterpiece from the summer of my years.

[@pinballjunky7117]

What a great song.🫳🫳🫳🫳☝️👍😊

[@jesseserna8424]

My favorite Rock Band ever ever since I first heard them 1978 🙌🏼🎸.. I’m 58 now a truck driver🚛 and play this almost daily and I was raised in a completely country and western household..RIP Brad Delp…greatest rock singer.

[@mikesorbassguitar]

One of the greatest pieces of popular music ever written on of the greatest records of the 20th century.

[@hinthegroove9740]

This song, this moment, made me realize that this is full circle ⭕️. It’s a long story, but may The Gods bless Brad, Tom, Frank and that powerhouse of a drummer. This was music proudly made without synthesizers and the soundtracks to my life were mostly from Boston. Life wasn’t so bad after all. Thank you Jesus

[@wimnijland7602]

Simply a masterpiece

[@michelelaraia7358]

1420° like

[@coolbabe4940]

YES!

[@nathanmcdonald610]

Man this music is powerful.

[@DaveWollenberg]

Brad Delp, even though you're gone, we'll NEVER forget about you!

[@norm1815]

amen

[@Metemi]

I'm not quite sure how anything else could ever be better than this. :)

[@Why.Not.W1llyy]

Queen

[@aloisiusm.g.gadaud5406]

yes, but look the new versio from dino jelusic.....

[@michelelaraia7358]

@@aloisiusm.g.gadaud5406 Why not?I'll check it out after.

[@johnmoney7626]

This playing while 3 girls are gobbling your knob!

[@mreejeeriksson4056]

In my opinion!! One of the absolutly best singer ever!! MR:E Sweden

[@chuckrex5664]

1 of the Best bands of the 70's

[@debbiemittlestdat5865]

I love Boston good memories ❤❤❤❤❤

[@arniegarza1548]

I was fortunate to see them in 1975 what a great band.

[@soYellynotoire5724]

You are ONE lucky person!!!

[@Paulmoll61]

Very, very great, I love Boston

[@Unknown-er1cr]

My favourite rock n roll band ever. Every song was a classic. Thanks guys.

[@steveingram8177]

Outstanding...!!!

[@rileydusthimer8406]

Damn right

[@erinharshman5764]

is damn right! !

[@michaelwright1234567]

GREATEST SONG OF ALL TIME.

[@alanpierce2525]

Only one Brad, Barry, and Tom. Greatest band ever! 1977 rock and roll!

[@whitestratman3158]

You forgot Sib.

[@nagone11]

Brings back powerful memories of my freshman year in college, really great music back then...unfortunately never to be seen or heard again.

[@anewsongpsalm333]

Long Time It's been such a long time, I think I should be going, yeah And time doesn't wait for me, It keeps on rolling. Sail on, On a distant highway, yeah. I've got to keep on chasing a dream. I've gotta be on my way; Wish there was something I could say. Well, I'm taking my time, I'm just moving on. 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. Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah. It's been such a long time. It's been such a long time, ooh. Well, I get so lonely When I am without you, But in my mind, deep in my mind, I can't forget about you, ooh Good times And faces that remind me, yeah I'm trying to forget your name And leave it all behind me. You're coming back to find me... Well, I'm taking my time, I'm just moving 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. Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. It's been such a long time. It's been such a long time. Yeah, yeah It's been such a long time, I think I should be going, And time doesn't wait for me, It keeps on rolling. There's a long road I've gotta stay in time with, yeah. I've got to keep on chasing that dream, Though I may never find it, I'm always just behind it. Well, I'm taking my time, I'm just moving on. Well, I'm taking my time, I'm just moving on.

[@gwenscott5722]

Love to get in my car on the highway going over 70 mph, blast this song and sing along.

[@simonmudzingiri]

I remember dancing to this music back in 1977 ....with my uncle Pasca Mapamba who died in a car accident from South to Zimbabwe ......hey

[@jasondanielian5265]

RIP Sib Hashian. He drove this song hard and tight... Armenian-Italian musicians are the real deal.

[@cimarroncounty]

R.I.P. Brad, you were the best!

[@derrickw3021]

Brad & Sib , you're just takin' your time and just movin' on . We'll never forget about you when your gone , RIP .

[@mikelee3067]

Brad Delp was the best, only wished I could have seen him live

[@karengarza2904]

I remember going to see this band with 3 of my girlfriends in the early 70s. What fun we had.

[@leslibautz2330]

Boston, that's my home. This song came out when I was 17. Great song, great memories...

[@athena6307]

Classic! Great song.

[@JohnKobre-i5c]

Rip Boston amen thank you Jesus amen ❤❤❤

[@sk3ffingtonai]

Well, I get so lonely when I am without you But in my mind, deep in my mind I can't forget about you 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

[@ivonielsenbonillacabrera9847]

Esta rolona la oia cuando tenia 15 años me elebaba era mi grupo favorito en esa epoca, hoy tengo 55 años y me sigue gustando. desde Guatemala........

[@1965sweetlove]

Love this song.best number one song ever too me. Love boston

[@garymigliacci2568]

Love, Love, Love....Thank you for your awesome music that I cherish all of my life...

[@rogerwest7386]

Boston was really two guys in the studio. The rest was their road band, not taking anything away from the rest of the group.

[@neechee5150]

Not quite actually far from it. Sib is playing the drums on this song. Sib played drums on every song but one and Jim Masdea played the drums on that one. Tom attempted to play drums on some of the post Third Stage songs, and lets just say that Tom would never make it as a drummer. Tom can only dream of being able to play the drum parts on this song. Barry is playing electric rhythm guitar on Foreplay, Long Time and Let Me Take You Home, and he plays lead guitar on this song as well as lead and slide guitar on Let Me Take You Home. Fran is playing bass on Foreplay. All of Brads vocals were recorded at Capital Studios Studio C by producer John Boylan. So there had to be at least three people (Barry, Fran, Sib, Boylan and Tom in the studio perhaps at different times when this record was recorded. Barry introduced Tom to Brad back in 69/70 and Tom played keyboards in Barry's band. Tom, Barry, Brad and Jim Masdea played Tom's songs for years before this record was ever even recorded. Barry played guitar on some of Tom's early demos. Brad sang on multiple demos for Tom before this record was made. Lastly, the band as you see on the back of this record cover played their first gig before this record was even recorded. According to producer John Boylan Epic execs wanted to see if Mothers Milk (name of band before the record was released) pull these songs off live before they would sign the record deal. Once Epic execs were satisfied, the record deal which included Brad and Tom was signed. The personnel changed by the time that the song Let Me Take You Home was recorded by the band as pictured on the back of the record before the record was finished and released.

[@tonycampbell9701]

One of my all time favorites. ⏲️

[@tammyhano6536]

Perfection💗👍

[@TheDaniel2483]

this song went to #22 on the pop charts in 1977!!!

[@davidhawkings5548]

Just watched Adam project ...fight scene at the end played this..love it

[@Gary-zs4cv]

The Blue Line still goes to Logan , & Bostonians still luv R. O.C.K. !

[@sheabobiney8114]

April 2024. :)

[@philippearce6901]

saw them 1980 with Van Halen, Outlaws, Poco Raleigh NC Carter Finley Stadium best concert ever thumbs up

[@soYellynotoire5724]

Just listened to this song on the radio, it lifts me up whenever I feel down. I just LOVE this song. ❤

[@henrysmith5472]

I miss my Boston album cover concert t-shirt with all flying guitars.

[@BobbyManual]

The best album ever made ..my opinion

[@sharonwilkie2770]

Great music has no expiration date !

[@WilliamHunt-j5j]

True that

[@JamesLeonard-re6td]

I remember when what a jam

[@dapadii]

This is great! I can listen only longtime whit out that foreplay part .

[@salimmohammed7761]

The only time i never liked foreplay.

[@sammymedina8737]

Timeless

[@christopherbue7434]

My buddy's and I rode around the Janesville Wi. cruise circuit on Saturday nights in our GTO'S, Firbirds and Buick Skylark. Listening to Boston on our 8 tracks and new cassette players. Picking up chicks and loving those long summer nights.

[@AREA-oz2fx]

Christopher Bue: This song was blasting out of many Musclecars back in the day. My friends on Long Island cruised 'Cudas, Goats, T/A's, GS Stage I. The acoustics in a 'Cuda is amazing!

[@tomkelly-wi6mh]

Boston was awesome. Class of 84 methuen high school mass

[@jonmilburn5259]

Absolutely GREAT rock song... I write this 8 track out.

[@numbernim]

missing you bred delp

[@christimojica9511]

Love Brad!!!❣️

[@SandraPerry-z9b]

Brings back memories

[@skooby_doobie_doonkann3334]

r.i.p. sib hashiam and brad delp

[@janr5213]

This is awesome!

[@stevemcqueen7870]

Was hooked the first time I heard them in 77 or 78. Still sounds just as good today.

[@stevemcqueen7870]

Was hooked the first time I heard them in 77 or 78. Still sounds just as good today.

[@stevemcqueen7870]

Was hooked the first time I heard them in 77 or 78. Still sounds just as good today.

[@stevemcqueen7870]

Was hooked the first time I heard them in 77 or 78. Still sounds just as good today.

[@redboi1172]

my favorite band in 70's 😀😄

[@jonmilburn5259]

Why don't they have decent Official Videos of their best songs live?? Wish they did... Best first album ever

[@skooby_doobie_doonkann3334]

classic! road trip music baby

[@ChristopherIGomes]

Classic Rock !

[@michaelbillypec]

Whenever I hear Smells Like Teen Spirit I am always reminded of this song and also More Than a Feeling...

[@edmabe9200]

smoked a many a joint listening to these guys

[@selinathompson3086]

Ed Mabe - same here. 🎶😂🎶😂🎶

[@sundancer4426]

Not cool.

[@caseydog37]

It’s been such a long time…I think I should be goin…

[@808BizStuff]

Goddamn! Could Brad blow! Holy 😲! Such power in a difficult register!

[@chobitASHL3Y]

that guy's voice is smooth af~

[@rigoberto1432]

70's la mejor epoca

[@brianvillatoro6588]

Facts! Mi amigo

[@-108-]

I just came here to see what key the tune was in, and I promised myself I wasn't gonna listen to the whole thing. Well, I'm now rockin' out to the outro @ 5:21!

[@GarryStephenson347]

I love this song 💯💝🥂

[@petemcgregor9774]

It's not just yours! I still memorized today like I was in 1976. Sholtz knew how to engineer the guitar sound with notes that just carry on as long as he wanted them to!

[@jiml5141]

saw them at the Starplex in Dallas 4 July 1995

[@Nellis202]

Don’t know much if anything about this band , but that guitarist really stands out . 1977 did you say ? Incredible !

[@sams220guy3]

❤❤❤❤

[@silviomontoya7390]

Boston, Chicago, Ohio, ciudades eléctricas inolvidables en nuestras mentes.

[@jefferymyers7435]

I love it

[@brian473317]

What's surprising is that this whole first album was delayed for release by a couple of years because the guitarist wouldn't let the producers have it until he thought it was "perfect". Apparently his bandmates broke into his house and stole the audio tapes to hand them over to the record company for release.

[@user-nw8fi3db9c]

"gimme that!" "No" "I said gimme that" "Okay" It didn't happen like that, rock on. "Listen to the record!"

[@neechee5150]

@brian473317 That is urban legend and not true at all. Once this record started being recorded it took a little over a year (1975-Aug 1976) and a half to finish it and to have it on the market. No one broke into anyone's house to get audio tapes. That is complete BS.

[@letivon6589]

@@neechee5150 It did happen but with their second album, Don’t look back. There are many interviews of Tom saying that.

[@PaulaHenslowIAmACassieForLife]

Thank you for posting this as individually... Is it just me, because I seemed to like Long Time better without Foreplay.

[@CamilloGolgi3]

Love!

[@dannylast8707]

great intro....

[@richardacevedo2710]

Barry Goudreau on lead 🎶🎸

[@EamonnS]

Oh the dreams we had back then. Now they mostly they have gone kerplutz. Even my pathetic Android Serrano cellphone is a nightmare. A lot of things have improved since then, though: still, we dream on.

[@bobwirth9256]

Yes i was 16 when this song was released in 1977 and thinking i can't wait for the future , now in 2024 i need a time machine to go back lol cheers .

[@PhilipMireau]

......the outro to Pink Floyd's "brain damage/eclipse" . Followed this song ,not forplay. Pure FM rock radio!!

[@yassaminhealey1438]

how long my commute was today!