The Long And Winding Road
Johnny Mathis · Other Songs - Johnny Mathis
Will never disappear
I've seen that road before it always leads me here
Leads me to your door
The wild and windy night that the rain washed away
Has left a pool of tears crying for the day
Why leave me standing here, let me know the way
Many times I've been alone and many times I've cried
Anyway you'll never know the many ways I've tried
And still they lead me back to the long and winding road
You left me standing here a long, long time ago
Don't leave me waiting here, lead me to you door
But still they lead me back to the long and winding road
You left me standing here a long, long time ago
Don't keep me waiting here (Don't keep me wait), lead me to you door
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
About The Long And Winding Road
Johnny Mathis's "The Long And Winding Road" stands as a quintessential example of his mastery in romantic balladry, blending smooth vocal delivery with lush orchestration. Recorded during the mid-to-late 1960s, the track exemplifies the era's shift toward more sophisticated pop arrangements while maintaining the timeless appeal of love songs. As a staple of Mathis's extensive discography, the recording showcases his signature gentle tone and emotional depth, characteristic of his work with producers like George Avakian and Jack Nitzsche. The song has become a cultural touchstone, frequently covered by artists across genres, yet Mathis's version remains the definitive interpretation due to its polished production and enduring melody. It captures the sentiment of a journey toward love without relying on specific narrative details, allowing listeners to project their own experiences onto the music. This recording solidified Mathis's reputation as a leading interpreter of romantic standards, bridging the gap between traditional pop and the emerging folk-rock sensibilities of the time.