Through the Years
Kenny Rogers · The Very Best Of - Album [2006]
When I didn't care for anyone but you
I swear we've been through everything there is
Can't imagine anything we've missed
Can't imagine anything the two of us can't do
Through the years
You've never let me down
You turned my life around
The sweetest days I've found
I've found with you
Through the years
I've never been afraid
I've loved the life we've made
And I'm so glad I've stayed
Right here with you
Through the years
I can't remember what I used to do
Who I trusted, whom I listened to before
I swear you've taught me everything I know
Can't imagine needing someone so
But through the years it seems to me
I need you more and more
Through the years
Through all the good and bad
I knew how much we had
I've always been so glad
To be with you
Through the years
It's better everyday
You've kissed my tears away
As long as it's okay
I'll stay with you
Through the years
Through the years
When everything went wrong
Together we were strong
I know that I belonged
Right here with you
Through the years
I never had a doubt
We'd always work things out
I've learned what love's about
By loving you
Through the years
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Through the years
You've never let me down
You've turned my life around
The sweetest days I've found
I've found with you
Through the years
It's better everyday
You've kissed my tears away
As long as it's okay
I'll stay with you
Through the years...
Through the Years
Kenny Rogers' 'Through the Years' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery in country-pop balladry, capturing the universal sentiment of enduring love through the passage of time. Recorded for his 2006 greatest hits compilation, the track leverages Rogers' signature vocal warmth and smooth delivery to create an intimate, timeless atmosphere. The song fits seamlessly within his extensive discography, reflecting his ability to blend traditional country storytelling with polished pop sensibilities that appealed to broad audiences. By focusing on the quiet resilience of a relationship, the recording exemplifies the emotional depth Rogers brought to his catalog, resonating with listeners who appreciate sincere, melodic compositions that transcend specific eras.
