Peach Picking Time Down in Georgia
Hank Snow · Down at the Rainbow's End [Jasmine Records (UK)] [2001]
When it's peach picking time in Georgia apple picking time in Tennessee
Cotton picking time in Mississippi everybody picks on me
When it's roundup time in Texas the cowboys make whoopee
And way down in old Alabama it's gal picking time for me.
There's the bluegrass down in Kentucky Virginia's where they do the swing
Carolina now I'm a coming to you come and just to spend the spring
Arkansas I hear you calling I know I'll see you soon
That's where we'll do some picking beneath the Ozark moon.
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When the pickininees pick the cotton that's the time I pick a wedding ring
We'll go to the town to pick a little gown for the wedding in the spring
Hope the preacher knows his business I know he can't fool me
When it's peach picking time in Georgia it's gal picking time for me...
Peach Picking Time Down in Georgia
Hank Snow, widely known as the Yodeling Ranger, carved a distinct path in country music with his smooth vocals and yodeling style. This recording captures the essence of his work during a period when he was establishing his signature sound. The song reflects the pastoral themes often found in his discography, celebrating rural life and the seasonal rhythms of the American South. As a staple of his early catalog, it showcases the storytelling ability that would later define his long career. Snow's approach to this track highlights his ability to blend traditional country instrumentation with a polished, radio-friendly delivery. The piece remains a testament to his enduring influence on the genre, offering listeners a glimpse into the musical landscape of his formative years.