Hard Candy Christmas
Parton Dolly Lyrics

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Hey, maybe I'll dye my hair
Maybe I'll move somewhere
Maybe I'll get a car
Maybe I'll drive so far
That I'll lose track
Me, I'll bounce right back
Maybe I'll sleep real late
Maybe I'll lose some weight

Maybe I'll clear my junk
Maybe I'll just get drunk on apple wine
Me, I'll be just

Fine and dandy
Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down
I'll be fine and dandy
Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down

Hey, maybe I'll learn to sew
Maybe I'll just lie low
Maybe I'll hit the bars
Maybe I'll count the stars until dawn
Me, I will go on

Maybe I'll settle down
Maybe I'll just leave town
Maybe I'll have some fun
Maybe I'll meet someone
And make him mine
Me, I'll be just

Fine and dandy
Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down

I'll be fine and dandy
Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down

I'll be fine and dandy
Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down

'Cause I'll be fine

(I'll be fine)
Oh, I'll be fine

Overall Meaning

In Dolly Parton's song "Hard Candy Christmas," the singer is expressing her feelings of despair and uncertainty during the holiday season. She suggests that she may take drastic measures such as dying her hair, moving somewhere new, or getting drunk on apple wine to cope with her loneliness and sadness. However, despite these thoughts, she ultimately concludes that she will bounce back and be "fine and dandy" like a "hard candy Christmas." She refuses to let her sorrow bring her down and instead plans to sew, hit the bars, or even settle down and find love.

The lyrics suggest that the singer is going through a tough time during the holidays but is determined not to let it get to her. The reference to a "hard candy Christmas" is a metaphor for the idea that things may be hard and bitter, but they will eventually pass, leaving behind only the sweet memories. By embracing the metaphor, the singer is trying to reassure herself that there is hope for a better tomorrow.

Overall, "Hard Candy Christmas" captures the feelings of loneliness and despair that many people experience during the holiday season, but also emphasizes the importance of resilience and determination in overcoming these challenges.

Line by Line Meaning

Hey, maybe I'll dye my hair
Perhaps changing my appearance will help me forget my troubles

Maybe I'll move somewhere
I'll leave this place in hopes of starting anew

Maybe I'll get a car
I'll have a new sense of freedom to travel and explore

Maybe I'll drive so far
I'll escape my current problems by leaving everything behind

That I'll lose track
I'll get lost in my travels and forget about my life for awhile

Me, I'll bounce right back
I'll overcome my hardships and come out stronger in the end

Maybe I'll sleep real late
I'll take much needed time for myself and allow myself to rest

Maybe I'll lose some weight
I'll take care of my body and my mind by focusing on my health

Maybe I'll clear my junk
I'll clean up my life, both figuratively and literally, to start fresh

Maybe I'll just get drunk on apple wine
I'll indulge in something that brings me temporary happiness to escape my problems

Me, I'll be just fine and dandy
I'll overcome my difficulties and come out unscathed

Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas
My situation is not ideal, but I'll make do with what I have

I'm barely getting through tomorrow
Each day is a struggle, but I'm pushing through

But still I won't let sorrow bring me way down
I refuse to give in to my sadness and will keep moving forward

Hey, maybe I'll learn to sew
I'll pick up a new hobby or skill to distract myself and find joy

Maybe I'll just lie low
I'll take a break from the world and take care of myself for awhile

Maybe I'll hit the bars
I'll socialize and find comfort in the company of others

Maybe I'll count the stars until dawn
I'll find beauty in something as simple as stargazing and let it bring me peace

Me, I will go on
Despite my setbacks, I will keep moving forward

Maybe I'll settle down
I'll find a sense of stability and contentment in my life

Maybe I'll just leave town
I'll start over somewhere new, leaving my troubles behind

Maybe I'll have some fun
I'll allow myself to enjoy life despite its challenges

Maybe I'll meet someone
I'll open myself up to new relationships and connections

And make him mine
I'll allow myself to fall in love and be vulnerable once more

Me, I'll be just fine and dandy
Despite my hardships, I'll come out stronger and better than before

I'll be fine and dandy
I refuse to let the difficulties of life bring me down

Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas
Even during difficult times, there is still beauty and sweetness to be found

I'm barely getting through tomorrow
Each day is a struggle, but I'm doing my best to make it through

But still I won't let sorrow bring me way down
I am determined to stay positive and keep moving forward, no matter what

'Cause I'll be fine
Despite the hardships I face, I know I will come out on top in the end

(I'll be fine)
This is my mantra, my reminder that I am strong and capable, no matter what comes my way

Oh, I'll be fine
I have the strength and resilience to overcome any obstacle and find happiness once more

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Carol Grisham Hall

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@usa3349

3y↑103

Lyrics:
Hey, maybe I'll dye my hair
Maybe I'll move somewhere
Maybe I'll get a car
Maybe I'll drive so far they'll all lose track
Me, I'll bounce right back
Maybe I'll sleep real late
Maybe I'll lose some weight
Maybe I'll clear my junk
Maybe I'll just get drunk on apple wine
Me, I'll be just
Fine and dandy
Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down
I'll be fine and dandy
Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down
Hey, maybe I'll learn to sew
Maybe I'll just lie low
Maybe I'll hit the bars
Maybe I'll count the stars until dawn
Me, I will go on
Maybe I'll settle down
Maybe I'll just leave town
Maybe I'll have some fun
Maybe I'll meet someone and make him mine
Me, I'll be just
Fine and dandy
Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down
I'll be fine and dandy
Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down
I'll be fine and dandy
Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas
I'm barely getting through tomorrow
But still I won't let
Sorrow bring me way down
'Cause I'll be fine
I'll be fine
Oh, I'll be fine

All comments from YouTube:

@MALTESEFALCON1

1y↑675

I lost my home of 22 years to a fire last week. I'm in a hotel listening to this over and over. Fighting with my emotions and faith in God. I've had too many times of hardship to give up. If you read this say a prayer for an old veteran who loves America and its people. My name is Franco.

@joypolly8291

1y↑31

prayers sent Franco. Thank you for your service and bless you. Bless you for never giving up. Bless you for being resilient. Bless you....

@dianeroth2857

1y↑16

Praying for you, friend. God finds a way. ❤

@job2358

1y↑11

My love to you xx

@sunrisesunset7031

1y↑13

I sure will my friend ❤. I’m not a veteran but I love to help everyone. I pray that your path grows sweeter for you everyday and that God comforts you through any healing process. I too have had great lessons on my path. I listen to this song almost daily. Dolly has such a comforting voice. I love this song and how it lifts my spirits so fast. ❤sending Love and Light your way my friend❤️

@joelsheptock9793

52w↑9

Its going to be okay Mr. Franco. Thank you for the love because I too am an American. Thanks for your service. Blessings and peace.

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@melissabrowning7534

18w↑3

Great song makes u just think about your life

@LadyBama

20w↑60

My Dad is 92 years old, and this will be his last Christmas with me. I’ve already lost my Mom and brother,and he is tired. Luckily, he finally realized that I have a wonderful husband, who helping me take care of him. Merry Christmas everyone!!!

@aobfgzdgazlk-kj5ot

19w↑2

bless you

@doorkicker8507

18w

😞

@michaeldean3482

18w

I'm sorry to hear that I lost both my parents 15 years ago 😢

@STAR-bp8zk

18w

Hugs to you and your family 'nem

@aprilfox9205

1y↑244

My mama played this for years every Xmas after dad left us, love u Dolly. Anyone reading this things will get better...🌹💕

@Lesspaw41

1y↑4

Thank you...I needed that. I lost my mom Sunday morning😔

@josephhein9497

1y↑5

@Lesspaw41 I lost my mother in April. She was the one constant in my life. I'm sorry you lost yours. It does get easier — even if barely.

@lindaroper2654

22w↑3

Never leave Christ out of Christmas. It's not Xmas.

@catherinesvbialosh7260

20w↑1

❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏

@brianfitzsimmons7740

2y↑217

Quite possibly the saddest and most beautiful Christmas song ever. Bittersweet. Hearing it as a kid meant nothing. Hearing it as an adult at Christmas time after losing both parents and other family members….pretty rough. Tear up every time. Still….a beautiful song. ❤️

@phyllispender783

1y↑2

Same Here

@richlitton7862

1y↑2

Yep

@andreafox193

1y↑7

Losing my sister now. Stage 4 lung cancer Trying to get her home for Christmas. This loving thing is hard Christmas candy. Thank goodness for Dolly

@brianfitzsimmons7740

1y↑2

@andrea fox I’m so sorry to hear. I wish you all the best to get her home. Godspeed.

@brunetteone4082

1y↑1

@@andreafox193 your entire family are in my every prayer!

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@j.stantoncreativedirectorh6259

1y↑155

I was a pianist for Nordstom for many years and one Christmas someone asked me to play Hard Candy Christmas. I admit I had never heard the song, but I am a sight reader so I played through it. As I was playing I read the lyrics and by the end, I was barely able to see through the tears. I have played it a million times since then and it has become a favorite. I play it much more slowly, and pensively. What I most appreciate is the key change at the end, where utter sorrow becomes a tentative commitment to buck up, and go on. Thank you Dolly for such a beautiful, beautiful song.

@trubador09

1y↑3

Thank you for sharing your story 💕

@antoniomoyal

1y↑5

Why don´t you upload a video of your performance?

@Not_A_Tourist

22w

Thank you for sharing this ❤

@thomasmagnum3588

18w

Thank you for sharing that ! From the musicians perspective I never considered that, but you are absolutely right. The key change at the end, moves the song from a sort of a quiet place of wistful melancholy into a more hopeful longing of better days yet to come.

@LoveHandle4890

1y↑98

One of the most underrated songs of all time.

@camigibson3667

4y↑310

This was my Grandmother’s favorite song Dolly ever sang. She made me sing it every year growing up, even if it wasn’t Christmas time. I hope she hears me still singing it in Heaven. I miss her more then words can explain 💕 love you Honey Badger

@aprilwootenwooten6028

3y↑6

My favorite too

@gusgarza6529

3y↑2

God Bless You Cami.

@daniellemichael810

2y↑2

I am so sorry my grandma passed too and she brang me to dolly wood when I was 4 and she was a second mom to me

@mrpapakc

2y↑1

@Cami Gibson, you were so blessed to have a grandmother. I only had one and she died when I was 7 years old. I only saw her 4 times in my life. She made clothes for my barbies!

@leviblair664

2y↑1

~Hugs~ …I miss my Granny more and more each day; she was biggest supporter. I pray I continue to make her proud. :)

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@476233

22w↑33

I lost my cousin six years ago to a drunk driver on her 19th birthday… this is one of the few good songs to grieve around the holidays that doesn’t feel awful, yet some how let’s me feel what I feel.

If you are in pain, I pray you will find peace ❤❤❤

@wandaguerrero4262

2y↑105

This song is so powerful. Yes I cry every time I listen to it, but Christmas isn't Christmas without it..

@jasonvoorhees6416

2y↑1

You mommy mucho pretty

@mbennett6713

2y↑2

I have no idea why, but it makes me cry WHENEVER i hear, even almost 40 years later after firsrt hearing it.

@tj921able

2y↑187

I've been crying to this because of all the losses that have occurred in my life this year. Let's just say it's been a REALLY difficult year! Thank you for sharing this. I have it on CD on this exact album too.

@oidbiuearms8566

2y↑5

Bless your heart. Thank you for sharing. Keep your head up, I hope things get better for you.

@meekoblackmoon7593

2y↑6

No kidding my uncle who was battling cancer for the past 20 years past my cat died i with you hope this year is better for us both 🙏🤞

@mariocruz6281

2y↑2

I'm sorry for what your feeling now. I can really relate to what your going through. For me, I don't think of them being gone, I consider them as my Angels now. GOD Bless.

@tj921able

2y↑1

@Mario Cruz Thank you for your kind words. That's a nice way to look at it. Also, thank you for your compassion. God Bless You and stay safe.

@mariocruz6281

2y↑3

@tj921able thank you. You two. I come from a very large family. I had 8 siblings, I have 3 left and me. I am second to the youngest. We lost two Sisters within 8 months. First the oldest, due to massive heart attack, it happened unexpectedly and very fast. 6 months later Our Youngest Sister went to the hospital for a severe backache. 2 hrs later, she was told She had cancer and about 6 months to live. That was on Jan.6, 2019, she lost her battle just after midnight on March 10, just hrs after her youngest Son and his fiancee had just welcomed a beautiful daughter. My Sister made her Son promise he would not name the baby after her. 4 months later my sister's youngest Son was found deceased in a vacant parking lot. All of his belongings were gone, he was nude. The detectives listed it as an accidental suicide, all because 2 days before he was found, he had posted a message to his deceased mother that he wished there were telephones in Heaven. I was furious, I spoke to the detective and said, I wanted an investigation, all of his belongings were missing including his cell phone, wallet and paycheck not to mention his clothes and sneakers. I said to the detective, I'm not denying he was missing his Mother, but he loved his Daughter and Fiancee. And when his Daughter gets older and she hears her Dad allegedly died from an accidental suicide, how do you think she is going to feel. Not to mention accidental suicide, that doesn't make any sense. What about the robbery, where are all his personal items? The Detective said, he understood my grief, but he talked to my sister's husband/ my nephews father, and when he explained to him, they couldn't make any promises that they could find out who did this. I couldn't believe what the Detective told me, he stated that my sister's husband/my nephews father stated that's ok, because I just lost my Wife, 4 months earlier, and I'm not up to going to a trial!! The Detective then said, well We could list it as an accidental suicide, and We can close the case. The so called husband/father stated "that will be great"!!. Then Our Son's dog who he treated as a child ended up having seizures two days after the lock downs due to covid, they started at 5:00 am and kept going, We finally found a vet. open around 10:00 a.m. my two Sons rushed him over to the vet. Within a half hour, my Son had to make the decision to have him put to sleep, because he had suffered severe brain damage, they wouldn't even allow my Sons to be with their Dog, because of the rules pertaining to covid, even though the dog nor my Sons didn't have covid. As if that wasn't enough, back when my Oldest Sister past, 6 weeks later, My Son's best friend was found murdered by his Own Brother. They use to call each other my Brother from another Mother. Also during the strict rules of covid, my youngest brother's 15 yr. old Granddaughter had to have a complete hysterectomy, and no one was allowed to be with her. Then on September 11, 2021, one of my other Nieces, who was allowing her dad to live in her basement. He had been sick for two weeks, despite her pleading with him to go to the hospital, he refused. On Sept.11, she went down to check on her dad, who was our oldest brother, and found him deceased. The autopsy showed he passed from liver disease. On Oct. 26, 2020 my husband's grandmother passed away 10 days later, her husband passed away. On March 1, 2021, my husband's Uncle who was also his best man at our wedding passed away. Literally there's about 10 other people we know that passed away in the last 2 years.and already this year, 3 other people that We know have passed away. In my opinion, there's no doubt GOD is cleaning up. And it's just not bad people being removed, GOD is calling a lot of his Angels home. Have you heard how many people from Hollywood and other Entertainers that have passed. There's a beautiful Gospel song that I listen to a lot, the title is "For these tears, I Died" you can also bring it up under the title "Come to the Water" also my favorite poem is "Footprints in the Sand". When their birthdays come up and what I refer to as their rebirth days, I say a prayer to them and I usually play a Gospel song. As with everything, some days are harder than others, but I know all my love ones who are no longer on Earth, wouldn't want me to be stuck in grief. So even on hard days, I make myself get up, I open the curtains to let the SUN shine come in and I light candles and or incents. I hope some of this helps. Trust me, I really can relate to what your feeling. I will pray for you. These are definitely the end times, We are going through. I still believe we do have brighter and better days ahead of us. Stay safe, GOD Bless.

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@elizabethlangley8368

2y↑197

Just lost my Dad 12/9/21 so been listening to this a lot this year. Tomorrow is not promised so hug your loved ones while you can.

@jessibergiere9292

2y↑4

I am so so sorry 😞 for your loss 🙏 I know what it’s like to lose a parent 🥺 my daddy left here in 2014 to be with Jesus

@cindywagner49

2y↑3

God bless you 🙏 and your family...I am so sorry for your loss.

@tiffanybittman7523

2y↑2

Sorry to hear

@dionerhodes1308

2y↑2

Sorry for your loss. It's never easy. 🙏🙏💖

@rachelleshelton1921

2y↑1

Ioskos

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@sambirdwell3002

10y↑656

What I love about this song is that it isn't just a Christmas song. It's an everyday song.

@jeremylilly1054

5y↑21

Exactly! It's good enough for year round

@EmeraldEzekielBlack

4y↑3

Think you^_^

@margiesmith9041

4y↑21

I get ya... its a great song that reminds u to get back up and fight for a better life

@volcrazy89

4y↑19

It's actually not a Christmas song at all, lol. The term "hard candy Christmas" is a metaphor for a period of hard times.

@seankarriker9653

Right on !!! Amen !

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@usa3349

3y↑103

@leesbegley6231

2y↑6

Awesome, thanks for the lyrics!

@alyssawright7098

2y↑3

😢

@alien_x8062

1y↑1

I want a male cover to this song this song is for a female

@usa3349

1y↑2

@alien_x are you a NPC bot

@alien_x8062

No in human

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@danielpokorney3354

6y↑271

I cry a river when listening to this song. I have lost so many loved ones in my life and this song just seems to bring all the emotions out.

@steveforsythe9264

5y↑7

Same here...even then it is hard to listen to sometimes. Merry Christmas!!

@bobbyspencer6257

5y↑5

I no how u fill about this song

@Spookcontrol-notguncontrol

4y↑4

I can relate, pal.

@johnfranklin5277

4y↑14

Yup, I know. I have lost my entire family now. I literally have no family at all. Couple good friends from the 70s keep up with me. I'm 60 now and get along ok, still working etc...but at Christmas. Which I do love, it does remind me of all the great Christmases with my family. Sometimes being the LAST MAN STANDING is not such a good thing.

@bbrown5887

4y↑4

John Franklin a very heartfelt comment. So true it is however the price of life is unfortunately always loss at some point. I guess we are all supposed to find our way and support through other people, volunteering, pets, community involvement and so on. It seems impossible sometimes but if there is no light in your tunnel, try and change tunnels.

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@Neilpoe

3y↑40

This song always kills me. What an amazing tune and Dolly does it wonderfully. 🎄

@pattip1413

1y↑5

Dolly Pardon is truly a national treasure that we just about don’t deserve.

@udodimmavalentine6633

18w↑1

WOW that's amazing 😍😘😘

@joystrittmatter8924

8y↑1.1K

my sister told me it wasn't Christmas till she heard this and every year I play it have a good cry and remember her. Hope you are keeping the angles company did.

@chuck9586

8y↑34

Joy Strittmatter I have always said the same to my family. Maybe one day my kids will listen to it and think of me? God bless you!

@yvonnedavis1437

6y↑27

My sister too .....I know the feeling

@virginiaterry345

6y↑13

Joy Strittmatter god bless you ans your sister

@selina9336

5y↑13

God bless you and your family may she rest in peace

@geniebice7444

4y↑13

GOD BLESS, I LOST MY SISTER TOO.

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@melissaneice4747

3y↑1

I love this song

@michaeljeter4567

Me too. How are you

@s_m43

2y↑38

For the past 21 years I’ve listened to this every year with my grandparents while we decorate the house and bake Christmas cookies. Now I’m watching my two year old son learn all of these traditions ❤️

@noraclark6059

21w

Wonderful song

@jessicaparks9516

2y↑26

My Mom passed away just this past September 9th and now it’s the holidays…this is my theme song. I cried listening to this

@jenniferwatson1983

Sending hugs lots of hugs

@lisab6373

2y↑29

This song meant so much to me through all my single-girl Christmases. She nailed the feeling.

@michaellaurette4589

2y↑2

MERRY💝CHRISTMAS😁you'll be fine&dandy🎄😜

@nikkicas260

2y↑4

This is exactly what emotion I got from it. To me this isn’t a sad song it’s about getting comfortable with adjusting to celebrating the holidays alone. Almost empowering to me.

@joeholmes1324

22w↑15

One of my best friends died this past January on her birthday. This was one of the songs we were really digging right before she passed. I have a recording of her singing it over the telephone just a few weeks before she passed. Lord I miss her so much. "But still I won't let sorrow bring me way down." RIP K Dub. Love you always.

@476233

22w↑1

Hugs .❤

@bklynqtie

21w↑1

sorry for your loss

@theministerlady

20w↑1

I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your friend. May she rest in peace. God bless you

@THE_GLAMOROUS_VISUAL

2y↑7

How beautifully sad and sweet is this song? Thanks, Dolly!! ❤
Merry Xmas, everyone! 🎄🙏

@SJWieczorek

2y↑82

These two past years have taught me nothing is guaranteed. Not even tommorow. This song is my saving grace around Christmas.

@roybuckler8112

2y↑1

I agree, Very Sad World we are in Now, Stress, Sadness, Every where, You have To be like Hard Candy to ignore some People, Worlds in Pitiful state

@mrpapakc

My mama always said, "life has no guarantees"! Mama knew it all!

@SJWieczorek

2y↑1

@KCandCherie Lombard my uncle passed last year suddenly. Heart attack. My papa passed Nov 7. He was almost 87.

@suestabile1262

Let's hope for a better
2022.🎄

@suestabile1262

@Sallie MelpolderSo sorry for
your losses.🙏

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@crabbymama51

3y↑38

A truly beautiful song, sad and uplifting at the same time

@michaeljeter4567

2y↑1

Hello, how are you

@daverobindjakovic3933

1y↑1

I agree

@JP-bn2ct

2y↑39

Christmas 2021 coming up and still listening to this beautiful song! And not just for the holidays. 🌱

@stevecordes6214

1y↑3

I remember when my mom died 30yrs ago at age 50. I was milking the cows on Christmas Eve and this song came on and I cried.

@elizabethwalters7741

19w↑5

What an honest, true to the heart Christmas song

@serenaofvenus

2y↑64

I found this song in 2021! I didnt know I loved Dolly, but this has to be one of the most beautiful songs Ive ever heard.

@helenkozerski4067

2y↑5

This song really brings all your emotions!!!

@MacGregor.

Good

@user-cz1jm8ik5j

It is a beautiful song.

@maureenmcgovern9872

Same here! This song opened my eyes to the wonderfullness of Dolly. ❤

@lorakell2637

This song is my life I am barely getting through myself 😭 I

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@azariah_kyras

4y↑76

Dolly Parton is a very special individual in my opinion.
I look up to her.

@girlwalkerII

2y↑3

A national treasure in many ways
A businesswoman with a heart of gold to contribute and give back for those in need
People never give up!🙏🏽✌

@kedmonds2123

I was born in Tennessee and I look up to her too!!! She is one of my idols besides my sister who is a mother and a wife!!!

@troymurray7156

22w↑6

One of my favorite songs that Dolly has recorded. Makes me sob like a baby every time I hear it...

@edf6591

1y↑8

This song is so beautiful. Dolly just reads your soul.

@Kari2025

4y↑36

This Christmas is gonna be unbearable. I lost my Mom on July 9, 2020, and this was one of her favorite holiday tunes. We both loved Christmas so much. I’ll miss her forever and will always think of her when I hear this. ❤️

@katiejj9052

3y↑2

I'm so, so sorry. I don't know what to say, but I hope you find some peace and comfort these holidays. ❤❤

@kimberlyhortz6471

1y↑2

I hope you are doing well. We miss those people in our lives. My mother died in 2021. She is with the Lord.

@RobMathMiller

My heart breaks for you. I lost my dad to cancer in 2019 and miss him terribly. I know it’s so difficult. May God console your broken heart.

@terrybuckalew6874

1y↑2

I wonder how you are now my husband is very sick I know how you felt

@Kari2025

1y↑1

@Terry Buckalew I’m doing alright, considering. I actually lost my dad earlier this year, so I lost both parents within 18 months of each other. I’m hanging in there. I’m so sorry to hear about your husband. I hope he gets better soon.

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@mistyvaughn3559

8y↑91

what can you say? simply beautiful... the older I get the more I see the beauty in this song...

@asavannah7439

1y↑3

I went to Dollywood last November and this was my favorite song that they played in the park ❤️

@geniebice7444

4y↑57

YOU CAN'T GET THROUGH THIS TIMELESS SONG WITHOUT CRYING. IT'S BEAUTIFUL ANY TIME OF THE YEAR.

@davelee8961

3y↑4

There is something so wonderful and human about Dolly's voice.

@sloppygirlz

2y↑3

so true

@merlepalmer5025

17w

This song hits home with me, my parents had very little money in the 1950s. Their was a 11 of us so getting many presents was not expected but we did get the hard candy and it was a thrill to this little boy. We did have a hard candy Christmas.i am sure Dolly wrote this from her own experience.

@tensacross

6y↑90

I've lost my two best friends to heaven and this is my song now.

@ericbazinga

4y↑7

My condolences

@seankarriker9653

3y↑4

Amen

@seankarriker9653

3y↑1

Dec 17th mammaw would be 96 the same year as the queen in age. Happy birthday my dear beloved mammaw 2020 6 37pm EST

@phantomninjagaming

3y↑1

sorry for you're loss!

@bettyreynolds6530

21w↑3

My mother and I listened to this alot while she was in the nursing home. She passed on December 12, 2003 and ever since I listen to this the whole month of December just brings back the memories I had with her and the 5 hard yrs in the NH! I know she is with my daddy and brother and sister until we meet again ! I miss her so much! My 😇

@MarcosBryant-gk1jv

21w

What do you admire most about Dolly

@Douglas_Mark

21w

Hello I pray God to give you a perfect gift of health, and long life, May your day be filled with happiness and🌸🌸 joy, and may you be filled with thousands of smiles..Can I ask you a question If you don't mind..?

@parteisailo8743

1y↑11

After 6yrs of waiting we finally got pregnant but lost it at 4 months.. heard this song n have been playin nonstop for 3 days....so overwhelming, powerful and yet so sad ..

@childoflight389

So sorry. That must hurt so much. I had a miscarriage and the next year got pregnant....went into labor at 26 weeks. About to bring home baby boy in 3 weeks God willing after 2 1/2 mths in nicu. Nicu is tough, but he made it so thankful. I Pray you are able to concieve and give birth to a healthy baby soon.

@maryannproffitt44

21w↑2

Love this song. I’m tired off moving but I always bounce right back every time by the grace of God.

@Douglas_Mark

21w↑1

@maryannproffitt44

21w↑1

@@Douglas_Mark okay what?

@Douglas_Mark

20w

How many times do you love listing to Dolly songs, and wish one Is your favorite that you love listen to all the time that you're alone❤❤❤❤
@@maryannproffitt44

@teresashelburne7719

3y↑4

Listening to Dolly sing Christmas music on a Friday night puts u in the mood for Christmas 2020 🌲🎅🤶⛄❤️

@rickydavis5541

3y↑92

2020 is a rough year and love it when people have Christmas spirit already while we dealing this pandemic!

@jasonjennings8125

Christmas 2020 First Christmas not being with family and spent it with an Elderly neighbor and a good Christian Lady

@nikkicas260

2y↑21

This is exactly what emotion I got from it. To me this isn’t a sad song it’s about getting comfortable with adjusting to celebrating the holidays alone. Almost empowering to me.

@pattip1413

1y↑3

I get you. It’s about grit but with a soulful melody.

@richlitton7862

44w

Well said.

@alanreinhackel7329

3y↑1

Favorite song love you dolly

@dennismurillodennis3079

1y↑4

Its not Christmas until I hear this song.

@DominiqueGarofalo

4y↑19

This is my favorite Christmas song! Dolly makes everything better!

@rolandolozano1600

18w

My mom's favorite Christmas song, and singer. Her funeral is going to be 2 days after Christmas. I will probably listen to this song all night. The very first Christmas was the best gift of all.

@codyjonesjr1614

2y↑6

Thank you Dolly for always reminding me of my family the way we all use to be.

@Jimtom933

24w↑6

Very bittersweet in many ways , still one of my favorite Christmas songs

@fianait

2y↑27

Rest in Peace, Mom. She loved this song, I remember asking her what a Hard Candy Christmas was, and how could a Christmas with candy be sad? I can't seem to listen to it all the way through now. Maybe next Christmas.

@demonknight7965

2y↑4

Huggggsss. Im so sorry for your loss. Just remember she will always be with you. In you're heart and your memories and all the things that you do that she taught you.

@lindastuver6826

10y↑70

I have always loved this song!

@elizabethbohnstead4149

7y↑1

LINDA STUVER

@elizabethbohnstead4149

LINDA STUVER

@johnhope3031

I've remembered this song since I was a kid. I love it. When I hear it I always get a lump in my throat

@michaeljeter4567

Me too. How are you

@joecharro2477

50w↑5

I just had a long dream. In the final dream, I heard this song playing, and I realized I was dreaming. In the dream, I prayed to God to get me to my Real Life cause I'm tired...😢😇

@victoragius6202

3y↑4

One exceptional Christmas song by Dolly! Best wishes to all even though we are experiencing extremely difficult times.

@hillaryhall1302

23w↑2

One of my favorite Christmas songs. Love it.

@cindyh8017

21w↑1

Lady! Love you and your music!❤😂❤😂

@Douglas_Mark

21w

Hello there, how are you doing?

@jerrybear6440

2y↑2

I love you Dolly......

@sallysheridan9633

30w↑3

My favourite Dolly song. Great fun movie too

@FrankensteinEffect

4y↑20

Just discovered this song this Christmas. Captures how I'm feeling without my family.

@marieperez9024

3y↑55

Just heard Kelly Clarkson cover this song beautifully. Didn't want to cry today but, heck, how can you not? next year will be better for us all!

@rubicon-oh9km

3y↑4

Kelly doesn't touch Dolly though.

@Mldouglas72

2y↑1

@rubicon1983 I totally agree!

@michaeljeter4567

Hello, how are you

@ComancheNativePSN

4y↑12

I gave a like and shared! In times like this hearing this song makes me feel better. God bless you Dolly! Hang in there 2020!

@Stacey-ki4qc

2y↑8

Love this...🎄🎅❤ 2021. Every year i play this... Love Ms. Dolly ty!💕💕

@Po1itica11yNcorrect

6y↑27

Her beautiful voice touches my soul like no other can.

@sheliabutler5922

1y↑1

I totally agree 💯

@Purehthought333

1y↑5

God I miss you dad. It’s been a hard candy Christmas since we lost you.

@randalbell158

2y↑13

Hard candy Christmas’s are the ones that I remember the most. Wish we would all get back to the true meaning of Christmas and not how many gifts we get

@carriemonchamp5254

1y↑2

I love 💕💕 this song so much it makes me cry so bad

@markexpose6108

18w↑1

MERRY CHRISTMAS 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

@jodylehman7337

1y↑3

I have to hear this every Dec just love this song!!! MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

@weirdcore.b4ggy

1y↑5

i absolutely love this song. it reminds me of trying to escape problems

@VR-jb9hb

Yeah…

@lacialysia6913

3y↑20

I heard this the other day in the car. I needed to hear this. It's a hard candy Christmas for many this year.

@christopherwurtz6752

18w

Love this song, love you Dolly!

@user-di2hw3ie9n

18w

Sending you love and prayers there is always a light at the end of the tunnel ❤

@candit8870

2y↑7

My favorite Christmas song!

@lisamajdecki2139

2y↑3

I love this song! I love you Dolly!! Merry Christmas!!! 💞

@kedmonds2123

1y↑1

Love this song! One of my favorite Christmas songs! Love Dolly!!!

@oliviariddle7663

4y↑5

I was thinking of what the holidays could be like this year and remembered this song. Thank you, Dolly. You’re making 2020 more bearable one song at a time.

@kristenmoss8670

1y↑1

I love love love this song an yeasss i cry every time but i love it ❣️

@larrybrown8152

3y↑6

Dolly Parton, you are such a beautiful, genuine and loving lady. The Queen of Country Music. We love you and thank you for all of your great songs. Keep sending us beautiful songs. Merry Christmas to and your family

@hansl.6316

18w↑1

Ohhh..how have I managed until today without this song! great find!

@KAYANDREWS48

1y↑3

Looooooove this song as a child and still play it TODAY! Reminds me of my dear mom who passed back in 1997. Grateful for the wonderful memories. 🙏🏿 🤗💝

@richardmaldonado2049

4y↑16

With both my parents looking down from the heavens above and not having a woman to share my love, of course I have my kids...just sometimes it's a little bit hard to keep moving forward but I'm still here. This song has been with me since I was a kid, but I'll be fine!

@housedubs1

4y↑2

Hang in there--you have more than most people, believe it or not!

@davidchisholme1500

4y↑1

Keep strong.

@gregorysugg6678

5y↑7

Dolly is a class act. Love this one.

@maryjohnson4189nnkb

19w↑1

Another one of Dolly Parton beautiful songs. When i listen to the song brings memories back and i tear up. I won't let sorrow bring me way down.

@manuelorozco7760

5y↑28

I actually never heard this song until now and I find it very beautiful. Dolly might be in her 70's but she's still a thing of beauty. Merry Christmas 2018

@mirandarobey792

2y↑31

I lost my Grandma yesterday and this was our song we'd sit in her kitchen listening to it. I can't believe you're gone Grammie I love you so much and miss you.

@timd8912

2y↑1

God bless you and your Grandmother.....

@sattasana7753

2y↑2

Sending healing energy ✨️

@DarcyHeartsElvis

18w

So sorry for your loss 😢🙏🏻♥️ prayers. Merry Christmas to you!! Try to smile and know your Grammie is watching over you!!🥰

@carolcoker9820

2y↑3

Such a beautiful song!!! Makes me happy and sad at the same time. Thank you Dolly!

@raulmunoz9771

39w

There's no body who can bring it to country like Miss Dolly Parton She will always be one of my ALL TIME FAVORITES!!

@RestorationsbyPhil

1y↑4

She writes that song and then sings it so beautifully. I am not sure any singer that lived has ever had a better voice. Thank you Ms Dolly

@user-qg2re5xw2q

21w

This song always reminds me of my Mom. She loved this song. She passed away in 1983.😢

@sweetsistazbakery

1y↑2

Christmas is not one of my fav holidays, but this song definitely put me in the mood to celebrate it! What a beautiful song! 🥰

@Teri11256

3y↑5

It's not Christmas until this song is playing.. Will always be my favorite Christmas song.. Dolly makes everything more amazing.. 💖

@yelenagurevich9541

6y↑21

Dolly’s voice from heaven, she sings from heart. She is very gifted women, beautiful songs and amazing presentation. Thank you, Dolly!!!
I first heard this song probably in 1986, didn’t understand any English back then, still listening to this song and love it even more.

@rubicon-oh9km

3y↑1

Your English has improved greatly over the last 34 years Boris. Congratulations. My Bulgarian sucks.

@yelenagurevich9541

3y↑1

@rubicon1983 My English definitely improved. Thanks for the compliment!

@ramseywhite9908

2y↑5

Thank you Dolly for everything!!!!!!

@ruthannk992

3y↑4

Best Christmas song ever 🎄

@aprilkicinski2132

2y↑1

Beautiful song!!! 😀❤😀❤😀❤

@rosellenabdi5754

2y↑3

This was my daughter's favorite time of year. The Christmas season . Oh how I miss her and how she decorated my tree.

@Aviiata

One of my favorite Dolly Parton songs and my very favorite Christmas song. I can listen to it back to back forever.

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