It's Just A Matter Of Time May 2026

Beyond the famous ballad, the phrase "It's just a matter of time" is frequently used in contemporary media:

Seager's struggles raising no alarms: 'It's just a matter of time' It's Just A Matter Of Time

The song found a second life in country music. Sonny James took it to #1 on the country charts in 1970, and Randy Travis followed suit with another #1 version in 1989. Glen Campbell also released a version that reached the Top 10 in 1986. Lyrical Themes Beyond the famous ballad, the phrase "It's just

"Someday, someway... you're going to need me again". Lyrical Themes "Someday, someway

The title was born during a frustrating songwriting session when Clyde Otis told Benton, "It's just a matter of time, Brook," referring to their search for a good idea. This sparked the creation of a love song about a man's unwavering belief that his partner will return.

Brook Benton recorded the original version, which became his breakthrough hit. It reached #1 on the Billboard R&B chart and peaked at #3 on the Hot 100.

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