Some sprint to snatch the prize in
My goal's the far horizon
I guess I'm obsessed
With that long slow distance
The fleet of feet won't please you
All speed, they love and leave you
Not me, as you see
I love long slow distance
Listen, my pulse beats strong and steady
My pace won't stall when I hit the wall
Others fall by the wayside, heat-exhausted
But I'm no coward I'm solar-powered
As long as I know that you'll be there with me
Face to face when I break the tape
For the kiss when we cross the finish line
Some play the tempo given
I hear a different rhythm
Do you hear it too?
For the long slow distance
My stride is smooth and easy
Your touch can always lead me
Off-route in pursuit
Of some long slow distance
Long Slow Distance was written by Michael Franks.
Long Slow Distance was produced by Tommy LiPuma.
Michael Franks released Long Slow Distance on Thu May 31 1990.