My Old Kentucky Home (Turpentine and Dandelion Win
Osborne Brothers · Osborne Brothers 2 (1968-1974) [Bear Family] [1995]
Oh, the sun shines bright on my old Kentucky home
And the young folks roll on the floor
Oh, the sun shines bright on my old Kentucky home
Keep them hard times away from my door.
Sister Sue she's short and stout she didn't grow up she grew out
Mama says she's plain but she's just bein' kind
Papa thinks she's pretty but he's almost blind
Don't let her out much cept at night but I don't care 'cause I'm alright.
Oh, the sun shines bright on my old Kentucky home
And the young folks roll on the floor
Oh, the sun shines bright on my old Kentucky home
Keep them hard times away from my door.
--- Instrumental ---
Brother Gene he's big and mean and don't have much to say
He had a little woman who he whooped each day but now she's gone away
He got drunk last night kicked mama down the stairs
But I'm all right so I don't care.
Oh, the sun shines bright on my old Kentucky home
And the young folks roll on the floor
Oh, the sun shines bright on my old Kentucky home
Keep them hard times away from my door...
My Old Kentucky Home (Turpentine and Dandelion Win)
The Osborne Brothers, Bobby and Sonny, stand as titans of bluegrass, renowned for their high-energy instrumentation and tight vocal harmonies. This recording of "My Old Kentucky Home" showcases their ability to infuse traditional material with the driving intensity that defined their sound during the late 1960s and early 1970s. As pioneers who helped bridge the gap between traditional bluegrass and country music, the duo frequently tackled well-known standards, reinterpreting them through their signature style of fast tempos and fiddle-led arrangements. This track reflects their commitment to preserving classic American songbook material while maintaining the raw, energetic delivery that earned them widespread acclaim. Their extensive discography from this era remains a vital resource for understanding the evolution of bluegrass during a transformative period in American roots music.