Waiting
Waiting

Green Day - Waiting Lyrics

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Oct 22, 2001
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Waiting Music Video

Waiting Lyrics

I've been waitin' a long time
For this moment to come, I'm
Destined for anything at all
Downtown, lights will be shinin'
On me, like a new diamond ring out
Under the midnight hour
Well, no one can touch me now, well
And I can't turn my back, it's too late
Ready or not at all

Well, I'm so much closer than
I have ever known
Wake up

Dawning of a new era, calling
Don't let it catch you falling
Ready or not at all
Oh, so close enough to taste it
Almost, I can embrace this feelin'
On the tip of my tongue

Well, I'm so much closer than
I have ever known
Wake up

Better thank your lucky stars
Say, hey, hey

Well, I'm so much closer than
I have ever known
Wake up

You better thank your lucky stars
Say, hey, hey

I've been waiting a lifetime
For this moment to come, I'm
Destined for anything at all
Dumbstruck, color me stupid
Good luck, you're gonna need it
Where I'm going if I get there at all
Wake up
You better thank your lucky stars

Writer(s): Tony Hatch, Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Pritchard, Frank E. Wright III
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who directed the music video for Green Day's song 'Waiting'?

    The music video for 'Waiting' was directed by Marc Webb. He previously worked with Green Day on this video and later collaborated with them again on the music video for '21 Guns.'

  2. What album features the song 'Waiting' by Green Day?

    'Waiting' is a track from Green Day's sixth studio album, 'Warning,' released in 2000. The song was also included as the 20th track on their 2001 compilation album 'International Superhits!'

  3. How was the song 'Waiting' by Green Day received by critics?

    The song 'Waiting' received positive reviews from critics. NME praised it for its memorable melody, comparing it to that of the Mamas and Papas. Slant Magazine described the song as 'instantly memorable.'

  4. Is there any similarity between 'Waiting' by Green Day and other songs?

    Yes, the melody of 'Waiting' bears some similarity to songs like Bobby Freeman's 'Do You Wanna Dance?', Nirvana's 'Drain You,' and Petula Clark's 'Downtown.' This blending of influences contributes to the song's unique sound.

  5. What themes are depicted in the music video for 'Waiting' by Green Day?

    The music video for 'Waiting' features the band playing inside a house that's stormed by a group of young people who start a party, creating scenes of vibrant chaos in slow motion. This lively atmosphere highlights youth and spontaneity.

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