Put Your Arms Around Me
Hank Snow · The Singing Ranger, Vol. 3 [Bear Family (Germany)] [1994]
(Put your arms around me.)
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In the cold grey walls of a prison
Ragged with hate and fever he lay
A man who called for a loved one
And over and over you say.
Put your arms around me
Hold me close before we part
Let the warm sweet tears from your blue eyes
Ease the pain in my cold, cold heart.
--- Instrumental ---
They searched through his few possession
For the name he was trying to call
But there wasn't a name or a picture
No letter, no nothing at all.
(Put your arms around me
Put your cheek against my own)
While I fall asleep my, my darling
To awake in the great unknown...
Put Your Arms Around Me
Hank Snow's 'Put Your Arms Around Me' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery of country storytelling and yodeling. Recorded during the late 1940s, the track exemplifies the 'Singing Ranger' persona that defined his career, blending traditional folk melodies with his distinctive vocal style. The song reflects the era's emphasis on narrative ballads that explored themes of love, loss, and the American frontier. As part of the Bear Family reissue series, this recording highlights Snow's contribution to the country genre, showcasing his ability to craft emotive performances that resonated deeply with audiences. The composition remains a staple in his discography, illustrating the enduring appeal of his work in preserving the musical traditions of the mid-20th century.