Ace - How Long Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song "How Long" by Ace?

   The song "How Long" was written by Paul Melvyn Carrack, the lead singer of Ace. It was one of the first songs he ever wrote and remains one of his biggest hits.

2. What inspired Paul Carrack to write "How Long"?

   Paul Carrack was inspired to write "How Long" after discovering that bassist Terry Comer had been secretly working with the Sutherland Brothers and Quiver. The song addresses feelings of betrayal, but not in the context of a romantic relationship.

3. When was "How Long" released?

   "How Long" was released in 1974 as the debut single from Ace's first album, Five-A-Side. It was produced by John Anthony for Neptune Productions and released on the Anchor label.

4. What chart positions did "How Long" achieve?

   "How Long" reached No. 3 on both the US and Canadian charts and No. 20 on the UK Singles Chart. In March 2020, it made a resurgence, climbing to No. 1 on Billboard's Rock Digital Song Sales chart after being used in an Amazon Prime advert.

5. Who played the guitar solo on "How Long"?

   The guitar solo in "How Long" is played by lead guitarist Phil Harris. The band's rhythm guitarist was Alan "Bam" King.

6. Was "How Long" Ace's only hit?

   Yes, "How Long" was Ace's only major hit before the band broke up in 1977. Despite its success, the band did not replicate the popularity with any subsequent releases.