Why You Been Gone So Long
Jerry Lee Lewis · Honky Tonk Rock 'n' Roll Piano Man [2004]
All I do is wring my hands and moan
Listen to that thunder roar,
And I can hear that lonesome wind blow
Tel me why baby, why ya been gone so long
Tell me baby, why ya been gone so long,
Ya been gone so long
Tell me baby, why ya been gone so long
Who'll be scratching at my door
And I can hear that lonesome wind blow
Tell me baby, why ya been gone so long
Someone said they thought they saw ya roaring down to Reno
With another girl from San Antoine
They tell me I'm a fool to pine for you but what do they know
Tell me baby, why ya been gone so long
Tell me baby, why ya been gone so long,
Ya been gone so long
Tell me baby, why ya been gone so long
Who'll be scratching at my door
And I can hear that lonesome wind blow
Tel me baby, why ya been gone so long
Tell me baby, why ya been gone so long,
Ya been gone so long
Tell me baby, why ya been gone so long
Who'll be scratching at my door
And I can hear that lonesome wind blow
Tel me baby, why ya been gone so long
Tel me baby, why ya been gone so long
Why You Been Gone So Long
Jerry Lee Lewis remains one of the most electrifying figures in rock and roll history, known for his wild piano playing and intense stage presence. This track captures the raw energy that defined his early career, blending honky tonk sensibilities with the driving force of rockabilly. As a veteran of the genre, Lewis frequently explored themes of heartbreak and longing, delivering them with a vocal style that ranged from tender to explosive. The recording stands as a testament to his enduring ability to command attention through sheer musical force. His extensive discography showcases a mastery of rhythm and blues, country, and rock, ensuring his influence persists across generations of musicians who continue to draw inspiration from his dynamic performances.