Lynn was born in Butcher Hollow, Van Lear, Kentucky in 1932. According to Songfacts, Loretta Lynn's superstar Country career started in 1960 when she recorded " I'm a Honky Tonk Girl " as her debut single. The song was a minor hit, climbing to #14 on Billboard's C&W Chart. By the late 1960s she had begun picking up various Female Vocalist of the Year trophies and in 1972 the singer became the first woman in history to win the Country Music Association's Entertainer of the Year trophy. Lynn dominated the Country charts throughout the rest of the decade and has continued to record hit records through the ensuing years. Her 50th anniversary year began with the award of a Grammy Lifetime Achievement on January 31, 2010.
Lynn released over 70 albums. She is the sister of country singer Crystal Gayle (born in Paintsville, Kentucky) and Peggy Sue, and is a cousin of Patty Loveless. Her father was a coal miner in Van Lear. Her biography was made into the 1980 film, Coal Miner's Daughter.
Blue Kentucky Girl
Loretta Lynn Lyrics
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A country boy set out to see the world
Remember when those city lights shine down
That big old moon shines on your Kentucky girl
I swear, I love you by the moon above you
How bright is it shinin' in your world?
Some morning when you wake up all aloneJust come on home to your blue Kentucky girl
Don't wait to bring great riches home to me
I need no diamond ring or fancy pearls
Just bring yourself, you're all I'll ever need
That's good enough for this blue Kentucky girl
I swear, I love you by stars above you
How bright is it shinin' in your world?
Some morning when you wake up all alone
Just come on home to your blue Kentucky girl
The song "Blue Kentucky Girl" by Loretta Lynn is a lamentation of a woman left behind by her lover who left for a city life. The first verse introduces the theme of the song, narrating how the girl's lover left her for the bustling city lights, seeking adventure outside their rural town. However, the girl does not hold any grudges towards him and reminds him of the moon shining over his Kentucky girl, suggesting that wherever he is, she still loves him. The chorus follows with a vow from the girl to her lover, professing her love for him, even if he is far away, she makes it clear that her love for him will not wane.
The second verse highlights how the girl does not need any wealth and material things from her lover, all she needs is him. She assures him that his absence is felt but she patiently waits for his return home to his blue Kentucky girl. Through this song, Lynn highlights the strength and reliance of rural women in America, showing that despite being left behind by their lovers, they remain devoted and strong. The song serves as an appreciation of the love that exists between two people.
Line by Line Meaning
You left me for the bright lights of the town
You chose to leave me for the city life and all its pleasures
A country boy set out to see the world
You were just a simple boy looking for excitement and adventure
Remember when those city lights shine down
Think back to when you first saw the lights of the city and how mesmerized you were
That big old moon shines on your Kentucky girl
Despite being in the city, the moon still shines on your hometown and your loved ones there, including me
I swear, I love you by the moon above you
I promise my love for you, just as the moon above us is a constant in the sky
How bright is it shinin' in your world?
I wonder how well you're doing in the city and if you're living your best life
Some morning when you wake up all alone
There will be times when the excitement of the city will fade and you'll find yourself alone
Just come on home to your blue Kentucky girl
When you're ready, remember that I'll always be here waiting for you in your hometown
Don't wait to bring great riches home to me
You don't need to accumulate great wealth or material possessions to make me happy
I need no diamond ring or fancy pearls
I don't care for expensive jewelry, what matters most is having you by my side
Just bring yourself, you're all I'll ever need
All I truly desire is your presence and your love
That's good enough for this blue Kentucky girl
I'm content with a simple life and a simple love. That's all I need to be happy
I swear, I love you by stars above you
I'll continue to promise my love for you, just like the endless stars in the night sky
How bright is it shinin' in your world?
I wonder how well you're doing in the city and if you're living your best life
Some morning when you wake up all alone
There will be times when the excitement of the city will fade and you'll find yourself alone
Just come on home to your blue Kentucky girl
When you're ready, remember that I'll always be here waiting for you in your hometown
Lyrics © SURE - FIRE MUSIC COMPANY, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Johnny Mullins
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@shazzaede
You left me for the bright lights of the town a country boy set out to see the world
Remember when those city lights shine down
That big old moon shines on your Kentucky girl
I swear I love you by the moon above you how bright is it shinin' in your world
Some morning when you wake up all alone
Just come on home to your blue Kentucky girl
[banjo]
Don't wait to bring great riches home to me I need no diamond rings or fancy pearls
Just bring yourself you're all I'll ever need
That's good enough for this blue Kentucky girl
I swear I love you by the moon above you how bright is it shinin' in your world
Some morning when you wake up all alone
Just come on home to your blue Kentucky girl
Just come on home to your blue Kentucky girl
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@lizbethaborden
Remember when you could be a GORGEOUS SUPERSTAR with a natural face, natural teeth, and LIVE singing? Loretta is a goddess amongst the plastic imitators who followed her!
@brittanydaclutchqueen2300
Came here. Just heard of her passing. This is my favorite song of hers. Praying for the family and loved ones. Sad day here in Kentucky for us. 😢
@DonnaReynolds-kk6so
Donald m campbell jr Kentucky girl Loretta lynn
@t4texastomjohnnycat978
Happy 87th birthday to the greatest female honkytonk singer in country music history. Her 1960s recordings simply cannot be touched by anyone.🎻🎸
@muziklover1967
She passed, today, at 90 years young
@jonathankieranwriter
Loretta was and always shall be THE Queen of Country Music. She sang like a sparrow, wrote many of her own songs, and never EVER pretended to be anything other than who she was—a coal miner’s daughter from her little corner of the world. Hope she is reunited with all her loved ones in joy.
@Draikonz261011
Wow as an African American I can say this is one beautiful voice I’m captivated hats off to this woman she’s great