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It's Been Awhile

Written by Terry Parks
It's Been Awhile by Terry Parks — free download CC BY 4.0

The Story Behind “It's Been Awhile”

A heartfelt reflection on love, memory, and the enduring bond that remains after loss, “It’s Been Awhile” written by Terry Parks speaks to anyone who has grieved the passing of a beloved spouse or loved one. Through tender lyrics and quiet remembrance, the song captures the feeling of carrying someone in your heart long after they are gone—where memories still feel alive, comforting, and deeply real.

At its core, the song is also rooted in hope. For those who trust in Christ, grief is not without promise. As the Bible reminds us, “We believe that God will bring with Him those who have fallen asleep in Christ.” Even in seasons of sorrow, faith points toward reunion, healing, and everlasting love beyond this life.

Lyrics

You're back again in my mind tonight
It's been a while this time
And I can feel you near
It's like you are here
And you are such a welcome sight
Life hasn't been the same
I've tried to carry on
Since you've been gone

The years have slowly slipped away
Time keeps passing day to day
We both knew you couldn't stay here
And I miss you every day, dear

But you are here in my mind tonight
You've been away some time
You're really looking fine
Here in my mind

I study your sweet face again
And my lifted spirit sees
All of those memories
Our treasured memories

You've been such a part of me
More like the very heart of me
I know you would never grieve me
I've just been so alone, believe me

While you're here in my mind tonight
So much I'd like to say
Wish you could stay
Don't go away

As life goes on since you were here
Still deeper love I feel
And it's just as real
This love for you I feel

And when my life has passed away
I'll finally come to you someday
Then we will always be
With each other endlessly

Before you leave my mind tonight
Just give me one more smile
It's been awhile
It's been awhile

Credits

Streaming-platform release mastered by Luciano Vassão (via Musiversal).

All music is free to download under a Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 license.
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