Written by the legendary duo and Sammy Cahn , the song was actually penned in 1932 but sat "on the shelf" for over a decade. Its eventual release in late 1945 couldn't have been more perfect. As World War II ended, millions of soldiers were returning home to spouses they hadn't seen in years.
While the lyrics never explicitly mention the war, they perfectly captured the "overwhelming ethos" of the era. When sang, "Kiss me once, then kiss me twice, then kiss me once again," she was giving voice to the relief and joy of a nation finally at peace. Key Versions to Know
The Timeless Echo: Why "It's Been A Long, Long Time" Still Moves Us
Written by the legendary duo and Sammy Cahn , the song was actually penned in 1932 but sat "on the shelf" for over a decade. Its eventual release in late 1945 couldn't have been more perfect. As World War II ended, millions of soldiers were returning home to spouses they hadn't seen in years.
While the lyrics never explicitly mention the war, they perfectly captured the "overwhelming ethos" of the era. When sang, "Kiss me once, then kiss me twice, then kiss me once again," she was giving voice to the relief and joy of a nation finally at peace. Key Versions to Know
The Timeless Echo: Why "It's Been A Long, Long Time" Still Moves Us
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