About the song
Randy Travis and “Deeper Than the Holler”: A Country Music Classic
“Deeper Than the Holler” is a country music song written by Paul Overstreet and Don Schlitz, and recorded by American country music singer Randy Travis. It was released in November 1988 as the second single from his album, Old 8×10. The song topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart for two weeks and was his sixth consecutive number-one single. “Deeper Than the Holler” is a classic country love song that has been praised for its beautiful lyrics and Randy Travis’s powerful vocals.
The song begins with a description of the natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, setting the scene for the love story that is about to unfold. The singer then tells the story of how he met his true love in a small mountain town. He sings about how she is more beautiful than anything he has ever seen and how her love is deeper than the holler.
The chorus of the song is particularly memorable, with its simple yet powerful lyrics. The singer repeats the phrase “deeper than the holler” to emphasize the depth of his love for his woman. The song’s message is one of true love and devotion, and it has resonated with country music fans for decades.
“Deeper Than the Holler” is a timeless classic that is sure to touch the hearts of listeners of all ages. It is a beautiful song about love, loss, and redemption. Randy Travis’s powerful vocals and the song’s simple yet evocative lyrics make it a truly unforgettable listening experience.
Here are some additional details about the song and its impact:
- “Deeper Than the Holler” was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Country Song in 1989.
- The song was featured in the 1991 film “Thelma and Louise.”
- “Deeper Than the Holler” has been covered by many artists, including Alan Jackson, George Strait, and Reba McEntire.
- The song is considered to be one of the greatest country music songs of all time.
If you are a fan of country music, then you need to listen to “Deeper Than the Holler.” It is a beautiful and moving song that will stay with you long after you hear it.
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Lyrics
“Deeper Than The Holler”
Well I’ve heard those city singers singin’ ’bout how they can love,
Deeper than the oceans, higher than the stars above.
Well, I come from the country, and I know I ain’t seen it all.
But I heard that ocean’s salty, and the stars, they sometimes fall.
And that would not do justice to the way I feel for you.
So I had to sing this song about all the things I knew.My love is deeper than the holler.
Stronger than the river.
Higher than the pine trees growin’ tall upon the hill.
My love is purer than the snowflakes,
That fall in late December.
And honest as a Robin on a springtime window sill.
And longer than the song of a whippoorwill.From the back roads to the Broadway shows with a million miles between,
There’s a least a million love songs that people love to sing.
And every one is different, and every one’s the same.
And this is just another way of sayin’ the same thing.My love is deeper than the holler.
Stronger than the river.
Higher than the pine trees growin’ tall upon the hill.
My love is purer than the snowflakes,
That fall in late December.
And honest as a Robin on a spring-time window sill.
And longer than the song of a whippoorwill.My love is deeper than the holler.
Stronger than the river.
Higher than the pine trees growin’ tall upon the hill.
My love is purer than the snowflakes,
That fall in late December.
And honest as a Robin on a spring-time window sill.
And longer than the song of a whippoorwill.
A Whippoorwill