Waiting So Long

Supertramp's song 'Waiting So Long' delves into themes of nostalgia, disillusionment, and the passage of time. The lyrics reflect a longing for the past, questioning whether the present can ever live up to the memories of days gone by. The opening lines, 'Did you get all you want? Did you see the whole show?' suggest a sense of unfulfilled expectations and a yearning for the excitement and joy that once was. This sentiment is further emphasized with the lines, 'I'd love those old days to come back to you,' highlighting a desire to relive past experiences.

The song also explores the idea of authenticity and truth in the modern world. The repeated questioning, 'Do you say what you mean? Do you mean what you say?' points to a skepticism about the sincerity of others and the reality of the current scene. The phrase 'the blindness goes on' is a powerful metaphor for the ongoing ignorance or denial that the speaker perceives in society. This repetition underscores a sense of frustration and helplessness, as if the world is stuck in a cycle of superficiality and pretense.

Musically and lyrically, 'Waiting So Long' captures a sense of weariness and resignation. The lines 'Ain't nothing new, it's just the same old thing' and 'Angry music, words of fire' convey a feeling of disillusionment with contemporary culture. The speaker expresses a preference for the familiar comforts of the past, 'I'd rather taste the old wine than mess around with something new,' suggesting that the new experiences and trends fail to resonate as deeply. This song is a poignant reflection on the passage of time, the loss of innocence, and the search for genuine meaning in a world that often feels hollow and repetitive.