That's How It Is (Since You've Gone)
Marvin Gaye · Other Songs - Marvin Gaye
That I just can't read no more
'Cause the words upon its face are sayin' goodbye
There's a plate upon the table
Filled with food I could not eat
There's a made-up bed in the bedroom where I couldn't sleep
I just sit and weep
Oh baby, that's how it is since you've been gone
That's how it is, I'm so all alone
Now the curtains are drawn in my lonely room
And the darkness fills the air
And this old empty heart of mine is in despair
Even though the tears I shed
Washed the words away
I could still remember every word you had to say
They just wouldn't go away
Oh baby, that's how it is since you've been gone
That's how it is, I'm so all alone
Oh baby, you knew right from the start
That my heart was in your hands
And your every, every wish, boy, was my command
That's why I can't understand
How you could leave me here helpless, dear
Alone and afraid, oh how could such a mistake be made?
But that's how it is since you've been gone
That's how it is, I'm so alone, oh baby
That's how it is since you've been gone
That's how it is, I'm so alone
That's How It Is (Since You've Gone)
Marvin Gaye's 'That's How It Is (Since You've Gone)' stands as a poignant song in his extensive catalogue of soulful ballads. The recording captures the artist's signature emotive delivery, blending the raw vulnerability of early R&B with the polished production techniques that would later define his Motown era. As a work exploring themes of loss and longing, the song reflects Gaye's ability to convey deep personal sentiment through his distinctive vocal phrasing. While often overshadowed by his later concept albums, this track remains a testament to his consistent ability to craft intimate, emotionally resonant music. It serves as a reminder of the breadth of his discography, showcasing the timeless quality of his songwriting and the enduring power of his voice in the landscape of American soul music.