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Artist/Band:
George Jones
Lyrics for Song: Where Grass Won't Grow (v2)
Lyrics for Album: Step Right Up [2009]
(Earl Montgomery)
George Jones, Dolly Parton, Trisha Yearwood & Emmylou Harris
The dirt was clay an' was the color of the blood in me.
A twelve acre farm on a ridge in south Tennessee.
We left our sweat all over that land,
Behind a mule we watched grow old,
Row after row.
Trying to grow corn an' cotton on ground so poor that grass won't grow.
There was one old store in the holler we all called town.
It belonged to a gentle old man named Henry Brown.
He gave us grits and in the winter time,
So we could live through the cold,
When the winds brought snow.
Trying to grow corn an' cotton on ground so poor that grass won't grow.
The one I loved walked through those fields with me.
A hard workin' woman, true as one could be.
But then one year, death was goin' round,
And swiftly took it's toll.
Janie had to go.
Now she lies asleep under ground so poor that grass won't grow.
As I stand here looking over this part of Tennessee,
The fields are bare as far as the eye can see.
And over the ground where Janie lies,
There's a beautiful sight to behold,
And no one knows,
Why there's flowers growin' on ground so poor that grass won't grow...
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Where Grass Won't Grow (v2)
George Jones delivers a haunting rendition of 'Where Grass Won't Grow (v2)' on his 2009 album 'Step Right Up.' As a defining figure of country music, Jones is renowned for his distinctive voice and deep emotional delivery, often exploring themes of heartbreak and resilience. This track exemplifies his signature style, blending traditional country storytelling with a raw, vulnerable performance that resonates with listeners. The recording captures the essence of his later career work, maintaining the integrity of his classic sound while reflecting his continued relevance in the genre. Fans of his discography will appreciate the consistent quality and emotional depth found in this song. |
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| Album Lyrics: Step Right Up [2009] |
George Jones
"Step Right Up [2009]"
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