Two Little Orphans
George Jones · George Jones & Dolly Parton [1969]
Dolly Parton
Two little children a boy and a girl
Sat by and old church door
The little girls feet were as brown as the curl
That fell on the dress that she wore.
The little boys clothes were all tattered and torn
They shone beneath his blue eyes
Why don't you go home to your mommy, I said
And this was the maidens reply.
Mommy's in heaven, angels took her away
Left Jim and I all alone
We've no one to love us and daddy is dead
And our darling mother is gone.
--- Instrumental ---
Mommy got sick, angels took her away
To dwell in those mansions so bright
She said she would come for her children someday
And I guess she's coming tonight.
The sexton came early to ring the church bell
And found them beneath the snow white
The angels made room for the orphans to dwell
Up in heaven with their mommy that night...
Two little children a boy and a girl
Sat by and old church door
The little girls feet were as brown as the curl
That fell on the dress that she wore.
The little boys clothes were all tattered and torn
They shone beneath his blue eyes
Why don't you go home to your mommy, I said
And this was the maidens reply.
Mommy's in heaven, angels took her away
Left Jim and I all alone
We've no one to love us and daddy is dead
And our darling mother is gone.
--- Instrumental ---
Mommy got sick, angels took her away
To dwell in those mansions so bright
She said she would come for her children someday
And I guess she's coming tonight.
The sexton came early to ring the church bell
And found them beneath the snow white
The angels made room for the orphans to dwell
Up in heaven with their mommy that night...
Two Little Orphans
George Jones delivers a haunting performance on 'Two Little Orphans,' a poignant ballad that exemplifies his mastery of the outlaw country sound. Recorded alongside Dolly Parton on their collaborative album, the track showcases Jones's signature emotional delivery and baritone depth, characteristic of his work during the late 1960s. The song reflects the genre's tradition of storytelling through personal narrative, capturing themes of loss and resilience with raw authenticity. As part of Jones's extensive discography, this recording stands as a testament to his ability to convey deep sorrow and hope, cementing his legacy as one of country music's most influential vocalists.