The song was originally written by Mike Scott , the lead singer of The Waterboys. Goulding's version is a simplified, emotive cover produced by John Fortis , clocking in at 2:34.
"How Long Will I Love You" is a soulful piano ballad by British singer , released in 2013 as a cover of the 1990 track by folk rock band The Waterboys . While it is widely recognized as a standout track from the soundtrack of Richard Curtis's romantic dramedy About Time , it also served as the official song for the BBC Children in Need 2013 appeal . Key Details and Origins The song was originally written by Mike Scott
How Long Will I Love You - song and lyrics by Ellie Goulding While it is widely recognized as a standout
Directed by Mike Sharpe, this video features Goulding walking along a beach intercut with footage from About Time . Music Videos There are two distinct official videos
It has been certified 2× Platinum in the UK, with over 1.2 million units sold, and has reached Gold status in countries including the United States, Australia, and New Zealand . Music Videos There are two distinct official videos for the track:
Although it is the lead theme for the About Time soundtrack, Goulding's version does not actually appear in the film itself. A different cover by Jon Boden, Sam Sweeney, and Ben Coleman is used within the movie.