Grandma's Hands
Bill Withers · Lovely Day: The Best Of [2010]
Clapped in church on Sunday morning
Grandma's hands
Played the tambourine so well
Grandma's hands
Used to issue out a warning
She'd say "Billy don't you run so fast!
"Might fall on a piece of glass!
"Might be snakes there in that grass!"
Grandma's hands
Grandma's hands
Soothed a local unwed mother
Grandma's hands
Used to ache sometimes and swell
Grandma's hands
Used to lift her face and tell her
She'd say "Baby, Grandma understands.
"That you really love that man.
"Put yourself in Jesus' hands."
Grandma's hands
Grandma's hands
Used to hand me piece of CANDY
Grandma's hands
Picked me up each time I fell
Grandma's hands
Boy, they really came in handy
She'd say "Matty, don't you whip that BOY
"What you want to spank him for?
"He didn't DROP NO APPLE CORE
But I don't have Grandma anymore
If I get to heaven, I'll look for
Grandma's hands
Grandma's Hands
Bill Withers' "Grandma's Hands" stands as a tender tribute within his celebrated soul and R&B discography. The track captures the warmth and resilience of family history, reflecting Withers' signature ability to blend intimate storytelling with rich, emotive vocals. As a standout recording from his extensive body of work, the song exemplifies the artist's knack for finding profound meaning in everyday experiences. It remains a cherished piece of music that resonates with listeners through its genuine expression of love and gratitude. Alongside other enduring classics, this composition reinforces Withers' status as a master of the genre, offering a timeless listening experience that continues to connect with audiences across generations.