It's a long way back down a lonely road And the cold hard facts make for a heavy load The forgiveness you ask could heal your soul But it's a long way back yeah it's a long way back And I might let you in and I might let you twist Pardon every sin seal the bargain with a kiss Too much has passed for me to walk you through this And it's a long way back yeah it's a long way back Wake up the world has changed and nothing is quite the same A cold and bitter wind is hot on your heels old friend [ guitar ] It's a long way back from where I stand You're clean off the map knee deep in no man's land You ain't got no one to ask for a helping hand And it's a long way back yeah it's a long way back Long way back it's a long way back