Didn't Leave Nobody But the Baby
Alison Krauss (And Union Station) · Other Songs - Alison Krauss (And Union Station)
Go to sleep you little baby
Go to sleep you little baby
You'r mama's gone away and you're daddy's gonna stay
Didn't leave nobody but the baby.
Go to sleep you little baby
Go to sleep you little baby
Everybody's gone and the cotton and the corn
Didn't leave nobody but the baby.
Don't you weep pretty baby
Don't you weep pretty baby
She's long gone with her red shoes on
Gonna need another lovin' baby.
Don't you weep pretty baby
Don't you weep pretty baby
You and me and the devil makes three
Don't need no other lovin' baby.
Go to sleep you little baby
Go to sleep you little baby
Come on lay your bones on the alabaster stones
And be my everlovin' baby...
Didn't Leave Nobody But the Baby
Alison Krauss and Union Station deliver a hauntingly beautiful rendition of 'Didn't Leave Nobody But the Baby,' a traditional Appalachian ballad that explores themes of loss and the passage of time. Recorded in the distinctive bluegrass style for which Krauss is renowned, the track features her signature fiddle work interwoven with the group's tight harmonies and driving rhythm section. The song serves as a poignant meditation on memory and the enduring nature of love, capturing the emotional depth characteristic of Krauss's solo and collaborative efforts. Its acoustic arrangement highlights the raw power of traditional folk music, making it a standout piece within the band's discography and a testament to the genre's ability to convey deep personal narratives through collective performance.