God Took His Time on You

"God Took His Time on You" is a song by Australian country singer Casey Barnes. It was released on 13 August 2021 as the second single from Barnes' seventh studio album, Light It Up. It was certified gold in December 2023.

Awards

At the AIR Awards of 2022, the song was nominated for Independent Song of the Year.
At the Queensland Music Awards of 2022, the song won Country Song of the Year.
At the APRA Music Awards of 2023, the song won Most Performed Country Work.

Critical reception

Tyler Jenke from Rolling Stone Australia said "'God Took His Time on You' has all the hallmarks of a classic country ballad, complete with masterful production, introspective lyrics, and the sort of chorus that feels destined to wash over live crowds before too long."