(Ernest Tubb)

It's been so long, darling
Since I had to go away
It's been so long, darling
And I'll never forget that day.

Although I never mentioned it
I cried the whole day long
It's been so long, darling
But now you're comin' home.

It's been so long, darling
But it won't be long now
It's been so long, darling
And I've kept every vow.

He'll sign me right here waitin'
As you did in days gone by
It's been so long, darling
Please don't blame me if I cry.

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It's been so long, darling
Since I gazed into your eyes
It's been so long, darling
Do you really realize?

That's just the thought of seeing you
It scares me through and through
It's been so long, darling
Since I had a kiss from you.

It's been so long, darling
But now you're comin' home...