The Last Of Us: The Usage of “Long Long Time” by Linda Ronstadt

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"The Last of Us" Episode 3, "Long, Long Time," features Linda Ronstadt's song of the same name, playing a crucial role in the relationship of survivors Bill and Frank. The episode's air has resulted in a 4,900% surge in plays on Spotify. This phenomenon is reminiscent of Kate Bush's "Running Up That Hill," which saw a surge in popularity after being used in Stranger Things. The 1970 song spent 12 weeks on Billboard's top 100 and received a Grammy nomination for Best Contemporary Female Vocal Performance.

Linda Ronstadt, a singer of immeasurable talent and musical versatility, boasts a career that spans across rock, country, and Latin genres with effortless ease. This icon of the industry has amassed a wealth of accolades, from the coveted 11 Grammy Awards and an Emmy, to the Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, cementing her legacy in music history. In 2014, Linda was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and honored with the National Medal of Arts and Humanities, a testament to her impact on the industry.

Her 24 studio albums, numerous chart-topping singles, and collaborations with artists from various musical backgrounds, have resulted in over 100 million records sold, solidifying her status as one of the best-selling artists of all time. Despite retiring in 2011 due to a degenerative condition, Linda continues to make public appearances and has recently published her memoirs, offering fans a glimpse into the life and career of this talented artist. In 2019, a documentary based on her life was released, providing a captivating look into the journey of a true icon.


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