Working In The Coal Mine
Harry Connick Jr. · Other Songs - Harry Connick Jr.
Workin' in a coalmine whew about to slip down
Workin' in a coalmine goin' down down down
Workin' in a coalmine whew about to slip down
Five o'clock in the mornin' already up and gone
Lord I'm so tired how long can this go on
Workin' in a coalmine goin' down down down
Workin' in a coalmine whew about to slip down
Workin' in a coalmine goin' down down down
Workin' in a coalmine whew about to slip down
Y'know I make a little money haulin' coal by the ton
When saturday rolls around I'm too tired for havin' fun
Workin' in a coalmine goin' down down down
Workin' in a coalmine whew about to slip down
Workin' in a coalmine goin' down down down
Workin' in a coalmine whew about to slip down
Workin' in a coalmine goin' down down down
Workin' in a coalmine whew about to slip down
Workin' in a coalmine goin' down down down
Workin' in a coalmine whew about to slip down
Five o'clock in the mornin' I'm already up and gone
Lord I'm so tired how long can this go on
Workin' in a coalmine goin' down down down
Workin' in a coalmine whew about to slip down
Workin' in a coalmine goin' down down down
Workin' in a coalmine whew about to slip down
Working In The Coal Mine
Harry Connick Jr. delivers a spirited rendition of "Working In The Coal Mine," showcasing his mastery of traditional American songbook material. This recording highlights his ability to infuse classic standards with a modern, jazz-inflected energy that has defined his extensive discography. The track captures the rhythmic drive and playful character typical of his early work, where he frequently explored the intersection of pop, jazz, and traditional show tunes. Connick's performance emphasizes the song's narrative through his distinctive vocal phrasing and the accompanying instrumentation, creating a lively listening experience. As part of his broader body of work, this piece demonstrates his commitment to preserving and revitalizing timeless melodies for contemporary audiences.