Too Many Daddies
Tammy Wynette · Kids Say the Darndest Things [Epic] [1973]
This morning my little girl came up to my bed
Ahe was troubled and lonely I could see
I could tell she'd been cryin' her eyes were all red
And with her head on my pillow she said to me.
I've got too many daddys, a new one each night
And mommy don't be mad when I say
Though I try to love them with all of my might
Still they just send me away.
They give me dirty looks
And dollys and dollars and dimes
But with all of my daddys
None have any time.
To stay with me and play with me
Like all daddys do
I've got too many daddys
And they all just love you.
They give me dirty looks
And dollys and dollars and dimes
But with all of my daddys
None have any time...
About Too Many Daddies
Tammy Wynette's "Too Many Daddies" stands as a poignant song in her 1973 album *Kids Say the Darndest Things*, showcasing her mastery of country storytelling. The track exemplifies her signature ability to weave personal narrative with universal themes of family dynamics and emotional complexity. Recorded during the height of her career, the song reflects the lyrical depth that defined her discography and solidified her status as a leading figure in the genre. Wynette's delivery on this recording captures a nuanced blend of vulnerability and strength, characteristic of her work from the early 1970s. It remains a testament to her skill in translating complex familial relationships into accessible, resonant music that continues to appeal to fans of classic country.