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Artist/Band: Randy Travis
Lyrics for Song: Too Gone Too Long
Lyrics for Album: The Very Best of Randy Travis [Warner Bros./Rhino] [2004]



(Gene Pistilli)



You've been too gone for too long

It's too late to come back now

Its' been so long since you walked out my door

Now you're just an old song nobody sings any more



I've got a new love and she's a true love

But darlin' how could you have known

You've been too gone for too long

Now it's too late to come back home



You came a long way goin' the wrong way

Don't even set your suitcase down

You wanted to roam now you're paying the bill

You're an old rolling stone who rolled over the hill

I had a good cry when you said goodbye

I didn't want to let you go

But you've been too hgone for too long

Now it's too late to come back home



I had a good cry when you said goodbye

I didn't want to let you go

But you've been gone for too long

So why don't you just stay gone



Now you've been too gone for too long

Now it's too late to come back home


Too Gone Too Long

Randy Travis's 'Too Gone Too Long' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery in country storytelling, blending acoustic guitar with emotive vocals to explore themes of regret and the passage of time. Recorded for his 2004 greatest hits compilation, the track exemplifies the polished yet heartfelt sound that defined his career during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Travis's signature delivery transforms a narrative about missed opportunities into a resonant ballad that connects deeply with listeners. The song reflects the broader tradition of country music's focus on personal struggle and reflection, utilizing traditional instrumentation to create an atmosphere of quiet intensity. It remains a staple of his discography, showcasing his ability to craft memorable melodies that linger long after the final note fades.


Album Lyrics: The Very Best of Randy Travis [Warner Bros./Rhino] [2004]


Randy Travis
"The Very Best of Randy Travis [Warner Bros./Rhino] [2004]"


1. Too Gone Too Long
2. If I Didn't Have You
3. Hard Rock Bottom of Your Heart
4. It's Just a Matter of Time
5. Heroes and Friends
6. Is It Still Over
7. I'm Gonna Have a Little Talk