Shelly's Winter Love
Osborne Brothers · Osborne Brothers 2 (1968-1974) [Bear Family] [1995]
When springtime comes I know that she'll be leaving
When those friends of her start calling her from town
So I'll live and wait for Shelly's winter season
When the trouble moments bring her back around.
I know I'm only Shelly's winter love
She only seems to need me now and then
I know I'm only Shelly's winter love
But she's mine alone till springtime comes again.
When Shelly's painted world grows cold and stormy
That's when she finds the need to come around
To these arms of mine she knows they're always waiting
When love has finally thought of winter ground.
I know I'm only Shelly's winter love
She only seems to need me now and then
I know I'm only Shelly's winter love
But she's mine alone till springtime comes again.
But she's mine alone till springtime comes again...
Shelly's Winter Love
Released on the Osborne Brothers' 1968–1974 compilation, "Shelly's Winter Love" exemplifies the duo's signature blend of traditional country and folk. The Osborne Brothers, Bobby and Sonny, were renowned for their harmonies and storytelling, drawing heavily from Appalachian ballad traditions. This recording reflects their commitment to preserving and performing authentic regional music during the late 1960s. The track showcases their characteristic vocal interplay and acoustic instrumentation, characteristic of their work on albums like "Cuttin' Grass" and subsequent releases. It stands as a testament to their dedication to the genre, capturing the emotional depth and narrative style that defined their career and influenced the broader country music landscape of the era.