Oh How I Miss You (Since You Went Away)
Hank Locklin · Please Help Me I'm Falling [Bear Family] [1995]
(Pete Cassell)
Oh, how I miss you since you went away
Oh, how I need you more every day
I'll be so happy when you're back to stay
Oh how I miss you since you went away.
I lost my sunshine the day you went away
All of my blue skies have turned into gray
I'm so brokenhearted that's all I can say
Oh, how I miss you since you went away.
--- Instrumental ---
(Oh, how I miss you since you went away.)
I miss your blue eyes your sweet smiling face
No one on earth dear could ever take your place
Don't think I'm fooling when these words I say
Oh, how I miss you since you went away...
Oh, how I miss you since you went away
Oh, how I need you more every day
I'll be so happy when you're back to stay
Oh how I miss you since you went away.
I lost my sunshine the day you went away
All of my blue skies have turned into gray
I'm so brokenhearted that's all I can say
Oh, how I miss you since you went away.
--- Instrumental ---
(Oh, how I miss you since you went away.)
I miss your blue eyes your sweet smiling face
No one on earth dear could ever take your place
Don't think I'm fooling when these words I say
Oh, how I miss you since you went away...
Oh How I Miss You (Since You Went Away)
Hank Locklin delivers a poignant country ballad on this recording, exploring themes of longing and separation with his characteristic vocal warmth. The track exemplifies the emotional depth found in his discography, blending traditional storytelling with a melodic structure that resonates with listeners. Released on the Please Help Me I'm Falling album, the song stands as a testament to Locklin's ability to craft intimate narratives within the genre. Its enduring appeal lies in its honest portrayal of heartache, making it a fitting addition to collections of classic country music that prioritize lyrical sincerity over flashiness.