About the song
“Coal Miner’s Daughter” is a timeless country music classic that has captured the hearts of listeners for generations. Written and recorded by the legendary Loretta Lynn, this iconic song has become synonymous with the country music genre. Released in 1970, “Coal Miner’s Daughter” was a number one hit on the Billboard country chart and has since become one of Lynn’s signature songs.
The song tells the poignant story of Lynn’s coal-mining father in rural Kentucky during the Great Depression. Lynn, who was born in 1932 and experienced the Great Depression firsthand as a child, draws from her own childhood experiences to paint a vivid picture of the struggles and hardships faced by her family during those difficult times. The song is a powerful tribute to her father’s unwavering dedication to his family and his community, and it serves as a testament to the resilience and determination of the people who lived through the Great Depression.
“Coal Miner’s Daughter” has received widespread critical acclaim from music journalists and critics alike. It has been praised for its raw emotion, its storytelling ability, and its ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing in listeners. The song has also been recognized as one of the most significant recordings in music history, according to polls conducted by Time and the Recording Industry Association of America.
Over the years, “Coal Miner’s Daughter” has been covered by numerous artists, including Sheryl Crow and Miranda Lambert, in a collaboration with Lynn herself. This iconic song has become a staple of country music and continues to be celebrated and enjoyed by fans of all ages. Its enduring popularity is a testament to the power of music to transcend time and touch the hearts of listeners.
In conclusion, “Coal Miner’s Daughter” is a masterpiece of country music that has stood the test of time. Its powerful storytelling, memorable melody, and emotional resonance have made it a beloved classic that continues to inspire and move listeners to this day. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Loretta Lynn or just discovering her music, “Coal Miner’s Daughter” is a must-listen that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Lyrics
Well, I was borned a coal miner’s daughter
In a cabin, on a hill in Butcher Holler
We were poor but we had love
That’s the one thing that daddy made sure of
He shoveled coal to make a poor man’s dollar
My daddy worked all night in the Van Lear coal mines
All day long in the field a hoin’ corn
Mommy rocked the babies at night
And read the Bible by the coal oil light
And ever’ thing would start all over come break of morn’
Daddy loved and raised eight kids on a miner’s pay
Mommy scrubbed our clothes on a washboard every day
Why, I’ve seen her fingers bleed
To complain, there was no need
She’d smile in mommy’s understanding way
In the summertime we didn’t have shoes to wear
But in the wintertime we’d all get a brand new pair
From a mail order catalog
Money made from selling a hog
Daddy always managed to get the money somewhere
Yeah, I’m proud to be a coal miner’s daughter
I remember well, the well where I drew water
The work we done was hard
At night we’d sleep ’cause we were tired
Never thought of ever leaving Butcher Holler
Well, a lot of things have changed since a way back then
Ah, and it’s so good to be back home again
Not much left but the floors, nothing lives here anymore
‘Cept the memories of a coal miner’s daughter
‘Cept the memories of a coal miner’s daughter