Wine
Bill Anderson · The First 10 Years: 1956-1966 [2011]
Wine, pretty red wine, pretty red wine
Pretty red wine, pretty red wine.
It cost me my family, it cost me my home
Gave me a dark dirty street to roam
Made me a drifter, made me a bum
Looking for a hand out, looking for a chum.
To get me wine, pretty red wine
Pretty red wine, pretty red wine
Wine, pretty red wine, pretty red wine
Pretty red wine, pretty red wine.
--- Instrumental ---
Wine, pretty red wine, pretty red wine
Pretty red wine, pretty red wine.
It's cold in the country, cold in the town
Cold anywhere when you sleep on the ground
I lost all my courage, I lost all my pride
Where oh Lordy, can a wine hide.
From wine, pretty red wine,
Pretty red wine, pretty red wine
Wine pretty red wine, pretty red wine
Pretty red wine, pretty red wine...
Wine - Bill Anderson
Bill Anderson's "Wine" stands as a quintessential example of his mastery within the country music genre, particularly during his prolific early career. Recorded for his landmark compilation "The First 10 Years: 1956-1966," the track exemplifies Anderson's signature blend of storytelling and melodic charm that defined his work in the late 1950s and early 1960s. As a central piece on this retrospective collection, the song highlights his ability to craft narratives that resonate deeply with listeners, utilizing simple yet evocative imagery to explore themes of desire and connection. The recording captures the acoustic warmth and lyrical directness characteristic of Anderson's discography from that era, cementing his status as a leading figure in modern country music. It remains a staple of his catalog, often cited by fans and critics alike as a prime illustration of his enduring appeal and compositional skill.