In the Pines
Osborne Brothers · Osborne Brothers 1 (1956-1968) [Bear Family] [1993]
Little girl, little girl, what have I done
That makes you treat me so
You've caused me to weep, you've caused ne to mourn
You've caused me to leave my home.
In the pines, in the pines
Where the sun never shines
And you shimer
When the cold wind blows.
--- Instrumental ---
The longest train I ever saw
Went down that Georgia line
The engine passed at six o'clock
And the cab went at nine.
In the pines, in the pines
Where the sun never shines
And you shimer
When the cold wind blows.
--- Instrumental ---
The longest train I ever saw
Was nineteen coaches long
The only girl I'll ever love
Is on that train and gone.
In the pines, in the pines
Where the sun never shines
And you shimer
When the cold wind blows...
In the Pines
The Osborne Brothers delivered 'In the Pines' as a quintessential example of their signature bluegrass sound, blending traditional Appalachian folk melodies with a polished studio arrangement. Recorded during the height of their career in the 1950s, the track showcases the group's harmonies and acoustic instrumentation that defined their discography. As one of many hits released on Decca Records, the song reflects the era's popularization of country and bluegrass music, capturing the rustic charm and storytelling tradition central to their public image. The recording stands as a testament to their ability to adapt folk themes into accessible pop-country formats while maintaining their roots in authentic musical heritage.