Wolverton Mountain
Roy Drusky · It's My Way (Decca) [1962]
They say don't go on Wolverton Mountain
If you're lookin' for a wife
Cause Clifton Clowers has a pretty young daughter
He's mighty handy with a gun and a knife.
Her tender lips are sweeter than honey
And Wolverton Mountain protects her there
The bears and the birds tell Clifton Clowers
If a stranger should enter there.
All of my dreams are on Wolverton Mountain
I want his daughter for my wife
I'll take my chances and climb his mountain
Though Clifton Clowers may take my life.
Her tender lips are sweeter than honey
And Wolverton Mountain protects her there
The bears and the birds tell Clifton Clowers
If a stranger should enter there.
Well, I'm a goin' up on Wolverton Mountain
It's too lonesome down here below
It's just not right to hide his daughter
From the one who loves her so.
Her tender lips are sweeter than honey
And Wolverton Mountain protects her there
The bears and the birds tell Clifton Clowers
If a stranger should enter there.
I'm a goin' up on Wolverton Mountain
I don't care about Clifton Clowers.
I'm a goin' up on Wolverton Mountain
Even if it takes me a hundred hours.
I'm a goin' up on Wolverton Mountain
I don't care about Clifton Clowers...
Wolverton Mountain
Roy Drusky's 1962 recording of "Wolverton Mountain" stands as a quintessential example of his signature country-rock sound, blending traditional storytelling with a polished, radio-friendly production. Released on the album "It's My Way," the track showcases Drusky's ability to craft emotive ballads that resonated deeply with audiences of the early sixties. The song reflects the era's fascination with rugged landscapes and personal narrative, delivered through Drusky's distinctive vocal style and acoustic-driven instrumentation. As part of his extensive discography, this recording highlights his role in shaping the modern country-pop crossover, influencing subsequent generations of artists who sought to merge authentic folk roots with contemporary musical arrangements. The song remains a cherished piece of his catalog, celebrated for its melodic structure and the timeless quality of its lyrical content.