Thousand miles away
Otis Redding · Trilogy [2005]
Ooh
I miss you darling, yeah
You are thousand miles away, yeah
Sure enough I need you honey, yeah
What's mine, baby, is yours
I want you to have it honey, oh
But you are thousand miles away, yeah yeah
Ooh
I can't give it to you honey
What's yours I know is mine
I want my share, give it to me now
I'm a thousand miles away
Ooh
I can't get it from you, honey
Yeah, oh Lord, I'm suffering now, hey
Thousand miles away
One thousand
Lord, let me here from you, honey
Ooh
What's mine, baby, is yours
I want you to get it baby
But you're a thousand miles away
One thousand
Ooh
I can't give it to you honey
Yeah, uh
Lord, you got me suffering baby
Can't see you honey
I don't wanna hear from you
Don't call me on the phone baby
I love you, I wanna see you girl
Thousand Miles Away
Otis Redding's "Thousand Miles Away" stands as a poignant exploration of longing and distance, characteristic of his soulful delivery. Recorded for the Trilogy compilation, the track exemplifies Redding's mastery of the soul genre, blending raw emotion with a rhythmic groove that defined the 1960s sound. The song captures the universal experience of separation, utilizing Redding's signature vocal style to convey deep intimacy and melancholy. As part of his broader discography, this recording highlights his ability to transform personal sentiment into a resonant musical statement that continues to influence soul and R&B artists. The composition serves as a testament to his enduring legacy in American music, showcasing the power of his voice to articulate complex feelings of yearning.