"It's Been a Long, Long Time" is a popular song that was written by Jule Styne and Sammy Cahn and was first recorded by Harry James and His Orchestra in 1945. The song became a hit, reaching the top of the Billboard charts and becoming one of the most popular songs of the year. The song has since been covered by a number of artists and has been used in films and other media.
The lyrics of the song describe the feelings of a person who has been separated from their loved one for a long time and is now being reunited with them. The song's upbeat and joyful melody reflects the happiness and excitement of the reunion. Some of the most famous lines from the song include the opening verse "It's been a long, long time, hasn't it, sweetheart?" and the chorus "Kiss me once and kiss me twice, and then kiss me once again."