Too Gone Too Long

Randy Travis

About Too Gone Too Long

"Too Gone Too Long" is a song written by Gene Pistilli, and recorded by American country music artist Randy Travis. It was released in November 1987 as the third single from his album Always & Forever. It peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks, becoming his fifth number 1 hit in the United States. It also topped the Canadian RPM country Tracks chart.


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1992
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Randy Travis

Randy Travis (born May 4, 1959) is an American country music singer and actor. Since 1985, he has recorded 20 studio albums and charted more than 50 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, and 16 of these were number one hits. Considered a pivotal figure in the history of country music, Travis broke through in the mid-1980s with the release of his album Storms of Life, which sold more than three million copies. The album established him as a major force in the Neotraditional country movement. Travis followed up his successful debut with a string of platinum and multi-platinum albums. more »

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Album Release
"Too Gone Too Long" is a popular song by Randy Travis that was included in his second studio album, "Always & Forever," released in 1988.
Chart Performance
The song was a major hit and reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in the United States.
Songwriter Information
The song was written by Gene Pistilli, a seasoned songwriter known for his contribution to other popular songs like "Sunday Will Never Be the Same."
Music Genre
As Randy Travis is a renowned country music artist, "Too Gone Too Long" falls under the genre of country music.
Song Length
"Too Gone Too Long" runs for a duration of 2 minutes and 24 seconds, making it a relatively short, but impactful song.
Cover Versions
The song has also been covered by other artists, displaying its significant influence in the country music scene.
Noteworthy Record
His album, "Always & Forever," which includes the song "Too Gone Too Long," remained at number one on Billboard's country albums chart for a total of 43 weeks, a record that still stands today.
Awards
Although not specifically for "Too Gone Too Long," Randy Travis' album "Always & Forever," did win a Grammy, further solidifying the music and songs' quality and popularity.
Randy Travis' Career
Randy Travis is a Country Music Hall of Fame inductee with 16 No.1 country hit songs to his name; "Too Gone Too Long" is one of these.
Signature Style
"Too Gone Too Long," like other songs of Randy Travis, is celebrated for its traditional country sound, rich baritone vocals, and heartfelt, narrative lyrics.

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