Labor Of Love
Randy Travis · Other Songs - Randy Travis
There was blood on the ground
You could hear a woman cry
In the alleyway that night
On the streets of David's town
And the stable was not clean
And the cobblestones were cold
And little Mary full of grace
With tears upon her face
Had no mother's hand to hold
It was a labor of pain
It was a cold sky above
But for the girl on the ground in the dark
With every beat of her beautiful heart
It was a labor of love
Noble Joseph by her side
Callused hands and weary eyes
No midwives to be found
On the streets of David's town
In the middle of the night
So he held her and he prayed
Shafts of moonlight on his face
But the baby in her womb
He was the maker of the moon
He was the author of the faith
That could make the mountains move
It was a labor of pain
It was a cold sky above
But for the girl on the ground in the dark
With every beat of her beautiful heart
It was a labor of love
For little Mary full of grace
With tears on her face
It was a labor of love
It was not a silent night
On the streets of David's town
Labor Of Love
Randy Travis's 'Labor Of Love' stands as a poignant testament to the enduring power of country storytelling. Released during a period where Travis solidified his status as a master of the genre, the track exemplifies his signature ability to blend acoustic warmth with emotional depth. The song reflects Travis's deep connection to themes of faith, family, and personal struggle, characteristics that have defined his discography for decades. As a staple in his catalog, the recording captures the raw, unpolished authenticity that fans and critics alike have come to expect from his work. It serves as a reminder of his commitment to crafting music that resonates with the human experience, maintaining relevance across generations through its timeless lyrical focus and melodic structure.