Been Away Too Long
Uriah Heep · Live On Air [2002]
I'm coming home
I've been away far too long
I'm leaving it up to you
To understand
You may wonder why
When it was me who said
The last goodbye
But cannot change my mind
One more time
It's high time
I can't wait any longer
It's my time to find out
Who I belong to
It's breaking my heart
Waitin' for another day
When the time comes
You won't see me around
I've been patient
Standing my ground
Gotta see ya and hold ya
Hear what you have to say
Do you wake up in the morning
Wantin' me
The way I wake up wantin' you
And in the same breath
You keep hauntin' me
Does it ever occur to you
I've been in love too long
To stop now, oh
I've been away too long
I've been away too long
If you've ever cried
Then you'll know the pain
You felt inside
And just like me you pray
It's all untrue
But time alone will tell
If you have learned
Life's lessons well
And maybe then you'll know
What I should do
Been away, I've been away
I've been away too long
I've been away too long
I've been away too long
Too long, much too long
Much too long
I've been away far too long
I'm leaving it up to you
To understand
You may wonder why
When it was me who said
The last goodbye
But cannot change my mind
One more time
It's high time
I can't wait any longer
It's my time to find out
Who I belong to
It's breaking my heart
Waitin' for another day
When the time comes
You won't see me around
I've been patient
Standing my ground
Gotta see ya and hold ya
Hear what you have to say
Do you wake up in the morning
Wantin' me
The way I wake up wantin' you
And in the same breath
You keep hauntin' me
Does it ever occur to you
I've been in love too long
To stop now, oh
I've been away too long
I've been away too long
If you've ever cried
Then you'll know the pain
You felt inside
And just like me you pray
It's all untrue
But time alone will tell
If you have learned
Life's lessons well
And maybe then you'll know
What I should do
Been away, I've been away
I've been away too long
I've been away too long
I've been away too long
Too long, much too long
Much too long
Uriah Heep - Been Away Too Long
Released on the 2002 live album Live On Air, 'Been Away Too Long' captures the band's signature hard rock energy with a driving rhythm section and soaring vocals. The track exemplifies Uriah Heep's ability to blend traditional rock structures with melodic sensibilities, featuring the distinctive guitar work of Marc Bolan's former bandmates. Recorded during a live performance, the song highlights the group's dynamic interplay and enduring appeal within the classic rock genre. It stands as a testament to their career spanning decades, showcasing their capacity to deliver powerful, anthemic performances that resonate with fans of the era.