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Discover the story of the song > I’m Waiting For The Man – The Velvet Underground

Who sang I'm Waiting For The Man?

The Velvet Underground released the song I'm Waiting For The Man. Date of release: 1967.

Release date: 1967

Duration: 05:30

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The meaning of the song 'I'm Waiting For The Man ', based on the lyrics

What is I’m Waiting For The Man about?

🎶 I’m Waiting For The Man song analysis

The protagonist is waiting for his drug dealer, who is always late. He has $26 in his pocket to buy drugs, and he feels sick and dirty. While waiting, he is questioned by some people who think he's uptown to chase women, but he assures them he's just waiting for a friend. When his dealer finally arrives, he goes up to his brownstone and buys drugs, feeling good but knowing he has to hurry home. In the end, he walks home feeling satisfied.

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