"Lost and Gone Forever" is a song by the band The Avett Brothers. It appears on their album titled Emotionalism, released in 2007. The song features themes of nostalgia, loss, and the passage of time, reflecting on memories and the inevitability of change. The lyrics convey a sense of longing and acceptance, as the narrator grapples with the idea that some moments and people are irretrievably lost. The emotional delivery and folk-inspired instrumentation contribute to the song's poignant atmosphere, making it a memorable piece in the band's discography.