God's Coloring Book

Dolly Parton · Here You Come Again

Today as I was walking
In the fields just down the way
I sat down on a fallen log
To pass the time away
And as I looked around me
The more that I did look
the more I realize that I am viewing
God's coloring book

I saw a golden ray of sunlight
A silver drop of dew
A soft, white floating cloud
Sailing cross the sky 'a blue

A yellow dandelion
Pretty evergreen
And some red and orange flowers
Growing wild along the stream

And the more I look around me
And the more that I do look
The more I realize that I am viewing
God's coloring book

The greyness in an old man's hair
The pink in baby's cheeks
The blackness in a stormy sky
The brown in fallen leaves

And the multicolored rainbow
Stretched out across the sky
And the purple haze at sunset
Just before the night

And the more I look around me
And the more that I do look
The more I realize that I am viewing
God's coloring book

Then I turn my face toward the sky
And say a silent prayer
Though God doesn't speak to me
I see him everywhere

He is all around me
He's everywhere I look
And each new day is but a new page
In God's coloring book

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Each new day is but a new page
In God's coloring book

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God's Coloring Book

Dolly Parton's "God's Coloring Book" stands as a tender reflection within her expansive discography, appearing on the 1977 album Here You Come Again. This recording captures Parton's signature blend of country storytelling and spiritual introspection, showcasing her ability to weave profound themes into accessible melodies. The track highlights her vocal warmth and lyrical depth, offering listeners a moment of quiet contemplation amidst the album's broader narrative of love and resilience. As a key song in her catalog, the song exemplifies Parton's enduring influence on country music, demonstrating her skill in crafting works that resonate emotionally while maintaining a distinct artistic identity. It remains a cherished piece for fans exploring the nuances of her musical evolution during this celebrated era.