Hello Stranger
Flatt And Scruggs · Other Songs - Flatt And Scruggs
Hello stranger, put your loving hands in mine
You are a stranger but you're a pal of mine
Now get up rounder, let a working man lay down
Get up rounder let a working man lay down
You are a rounder but you are out in town
Every time I ride that six and four street car
Every time I ride that six and four street car
I can see my baby peeping through the bars
She bowed her head, she waved both hands at me
She bowed her head, she waved both hands at me
I'm prison bound I'm longing to be free
Oh, I'll see you when your troubles are like mine
I'll see you when your troubles are like mine
Oh, I'll see you when you haven't got a dime
Oh weeping like a willow, mournin' like a dove
Weeping like a willow, mournin' like a dove
As a girl of country that I really love
Hello Stranger
Flatt and Scruggs stand as titans of bluegrass, defining the genre's sound through their innovative instrumentation and tight harmonies. Lester Flatt's smooth vocals paired with Earl Scruggs' revolutionary three-finger banjo picking created a template that influenced countless musicians. This recording captures the duo's signature blend of traditional Appalachian roots and polished performance. While the song title suggests a narrative of parting or reunion, the track exemplifies the emotional depth and technical precision found throughout their extensive catalogue. Their work remains a cornerstone of American roots music, celebrated for its enduring appeal and mastery of the bluegrass idiom. The recording serves as a testament to their ability to convey complex feelings through instrumental prowess and vocal interplay.