Funny How Times Slips Away
Tom Jones · Other Songs - Tom Jones
My it's been a long, long time.
How'm I do-in?
Oh I guess that I'm doin' fine.
It's been so long now
And it seems that it was on-ly yes-ter-day.
Gee, ain't it funny
How time slips away.
How's your new love
I hope that he's doin' fine.
Heard you told him
Thaat you'd love him till the end of time.
Now, that's the same thing that you told me,
Seems like just the other day
Gee, ain't it funny how time slips away.
Gotta go now,
Guess I'll see you around,
Don't know when tho',
Never know when I'll be back in town.
But remember what I tell you
That in time you're gonna pay
And it's surprising how time slips away.
About Funny How Times Slips Away
Tom Jones's "Funny How Times Slips Away" stands as a quintessential example of his mastery over the soul and pop ballad formats that defined his career. Recorded in the late 1960s, the track showcases Jones's distinctive, resonant voice and his ability to blend theatrical flair with emotional vulnerability. As a staple of his discography, the song exemplifies the era's shift toward more personal and introspective songwriting, characteristic of the British Invasion's enduring influence on American pop music. The recording captures Jones at the height of his commercial success, where he seamlessly transitioned between rock and roll energy and mature balladry. While often associated with his broader catalog of hits, this particular work highlights his skill in conveying the passage of time and the bittersweet nature of nostalgia. It remains a significant song in his body of work, frequently covered by artists who sought to emulate his vocal style and dramatic delivery, cementing his legacy as a pivotal figure in 20th-century popular music.