To Daddy
Dolly Parton Lyrics


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(Dolly Parton)

My dear hard workin' daddy works his life away for us
That's the way that daddy shows to us his love
And Daddy's two hard working hands
They're callous and they're sore
And Daddy's workin' boots have walked a million miles or more
As long as I remember, I remember Daddy workin'
Workin' on the job or either on the farm
Tryin' to provide for the family that he loves
And Daddy's working boots have taken many steps for us

Chorus:

Daddy's workin' boots have served as his foundation
Though just like him, they're tired and worn
For years they've helped him stand
Daddy's working boots have filled their obligation
They've walked that rocky road with a mighty, mighty man

Dear lord above, I know up there my Daddy's got a mansion
And a great reward that's long been overdue
And when it comes my Daddy's time to be with you in heaven

Spoken:

Won't cha let him walk your golden streets
In a pair of brand new golden boots

Repeat Chorus





Daddy's workin' boots

Overall Meaning

In Dolly Parton's song "Daddy," she pays tribute to her hardworking father who spent his entire life working to provide for his family. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of Daddy's working life, his calloused hands, the million miles he's walked in his working boots, and the sacrifices he's made for his loved ones. Dolly sings about how Daddy's work has been a symbol of his love and devotion to his family, and how his working boots have been his foundation, worn and tired as they are.


The chorus serves as a reminder of the importance of hard work and dedication, and how Daddy's work boots have played a pivotal role in his journey. They have helped him stand strong through the rocky road of life, and have fulfilled their obligation to him. The spoken word section at the end of the song is particularly heartfelt, where Dolly asks God to allow her Daddy to walk on his golden streets wearing a new pair of golden boots.


Line by Line Meaning

My dear hard workin' daddy works his life away for us
My father works tirelessly to provide for us, his family, and to ensure that we have everything we need.


That's the way that daddy shows to us his love
My father demonstrates his love for us by working hard and providing for our needs.


And Daddy's two hard working hands
My father's hands show the signs of years of hard manual labor.


They're callous and they're sore
My father's hands are rough and tough from all of the work he has done.


And Daddy's workin' boots have walked a million miles or more
My father's boots have carried him through countless hours of work, both on the job and on the farm.


As long as I remember, I remember Daddy workin'
I have always known my father to be a hard worker, and he has instilled in me the value of hard work.


Workin' on the job or either on the farm
My father's work has taken him to various places, both on the job and on the family farm.


Tryin' to provide for the family that he loves
My father's motivation for working hard is always to provide for his family and ensure that we have everything we need.


And Daddy's working boots have taken many steps for us
My father's boots have carried him through many hours of hard work, always for the sake of his family.


Daddy's workin' boots have served as his foundation
My father's boots have been a symbol of his hard work and dedication to providing for our family.


Though just like him, they're tired and worn
Just like my father, his boots have been through a lot and show signs of wear and tear.


For years they've helped him stand
My father's boots have helped him stand tall and strong, even after many long hours of work.


Daddy's working boots have filled their obligation
My father's boots have done their duty, carrying him through many years of hard work and dedication to his family.


They've walked that rocky road with a mighty, mighty man
My father has faced many challenges and obstacles in his life, but he has always persevered with the help of his trusty boots.


Dear lord above, I know up there my Daddy's got a mansion
I believe that my father is in heaven, where he has received the rewards he deserves for a lifetime of hard work and sacrifice.


And a great reward that's long been overdue
My father's reward in heaven has been a long time coming, but it is well-deserved for all that he has done for our family.


And when it comes my Daddy's time to be with you in heaven
When the time comes for my father to pass on, I know that he will be welcomed into heaven with open arms.


"Won't cha let him walk your golden streets
I pray that my father will be able to walk on the golden streets of heaven.


In a pair of brand new golden boots"
I hope that my father will be able to wear new and shining boots to symbolize the reward he has received for a lifetime of hard work and dedication to his family.




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Written by: DOLLY PARTON

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