About The Song
Deeper Than the Holler: A Randy Travis Classic
“Deeper Than the Holler” is a powerful country ballad by Randy Travis, released in 1989. Here’s a look at the song’s background, themes, and impact:
Release and Genre:
- Released: 1989 (as the second single from the album “No Holdin’ Back”)
- Songwriters: Gary Nicholson and Wayne Carson
- Genre: Country Music
Story and Themes:
The song tells the story of a man struggling with poverty and hardship in a rural community, often referred to as a “holler” (a small valley or hollow). The lyrics paint a vivid picture of despair, loneliness, and the yearning for a better life.
Key Themes:
- Poverty and hardship: The song portrays the struggles of living in a poor, rural environment.
- Despair and loneliness: The protagonist feels trapped and isolated by his circumstances.
- Hope and resilience: Despite the bleakness, there’s a flicker of hope for a brighter future.
Randy Travis’ Performance:
- Travis’ powerful vocals and emotionally charged delivery perfectly capture the song’s themes.
- His performance helped make “Deeper Than the Holler” a signature song for him.
Legacy:
- “Deeper Than the Holler” became a major hit for Travis, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
- The song resonated with many listeners who identified with the struggles depicted in the lyrics.
- It established Travis as a leading voice in country music and a champion for the working class.
Here are some additional resources you might find interesting:
- Listen to the song: You can find “Deeper Than the Holler” on various music streaming services or watch music videos on YouTube: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppEfGIGVteo (This might be a different version, you can search for the specific song by Randy Travis).
- Read more about the song’s impact: While there isn’t a dedicated Wikipedia page for the song itself, you can find information about Randy Travis’ career on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randy_Travis
Would you like to explore other country music artists or delve deeper into the themes of social commentary within the genre?
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Lyrics
Let’s sing along with the lyrics!
Well, I’ve heard those city singers
Singing ’bout how they can love
Deeper than the oceans
Higher than the stars above
But 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 at 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 saying 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 springtime 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 springtime window sill
And longer than the song of a whippoorwill
A whippoorwill
