I've been there and back again while you've been 

thinkin' about it

I've had all there was to have and I've had to do 

without it

I've had sunshine, I've had rain, I've known pleasure 

I've known pain

I've been there and back again



Life's not easy on the road, sometimes carry a heavy 

load

And no one wants to know you

Can't help thinkin' now and then, better go back home 

again

But brother mind don't ever let it throw you

Take a look at where you're at, home is where you hang 

your hat

And you're the only one who tells you what to do

Hey!



I've been there and back again while you've been 

thinkin' about it

I've had all there was to have and I've had to do 

without it

I've had sunshine, I've had rain, I've known pleasure 

I've known pain

I've been there and back again



Rode on trains and trucks before, had to walk till my 

feet were sore

Gave me time to really look about

Sang my songs just anywhere, stayed of there was room 

to spare

And overstayed my welcome sometimes I've no doubt



Had it easy done it hard, seen a lot of life's backyard

Made mistakes I know but that's all in the game

I have to smile as I look back, I hear 'em say "oh its 

tough on the track"

Maybe so but I know I'd do it all again

Here we go now!



I've been there and back again while you've been 

thinkin' about it

I've had all there was to have and I've had to do 

without it

I've had sunshine, I've had rain, I've known pleasure 

I've known pain

I've been there and back again

Yes I've been there