Story Behind The Song
I wrote it when I was 17, back in... 1979. I was away from home for my first year of college, away from my family and looking for friendship... relishing the freedom but looking for someone to take the journey with me.
Song Description
Someone looking for companionship in her journey through life. Trying to find her way... could you go with her?
| Song Length |
2:50 |
Genre |
Folk - Country, Country - Rock |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Duet Male/Female |
| Mood |
Welcoming, Moving |
Subject |
Loneliness |
| Language |
English |
Era |
1970 - 1979 |
Lyrics
Take the long road.
I need someone to help me on my way.
I don't want to go alone.
Maybe together we could make it today.
Please help me get back to my distant home.
Take the long road.
The wind is cold and it chills my heart and soul.
I need you to keep me warm.
The trials I've faced turned my young life's dreams so old.
Please help me get back to my distant home.
They'll never know what all I've been through,
I'm scared of the future, don't know what I'm gonna do.
But I know I'd make it if you took my side,
if you'd journey this long road too...
Take the long road.
I'll be your friend and I'll help you on your way.
You won't have to go alone.
Maybe together we could make it today.
I'll help you get back to your distant home.