Green, Green Grass Of Home
Tom Jones · Other Songs - Tom Jones
As I step down from the train,
And there to meet me is my mama and papa
Down the road I look and there runs Mary
Hair of gold and lips like cherries
It's good to touch the green, green grass of home
Yes, they've all come to meet me,
Arm reachin' smiling sweetly
It's good to touch the green, green grass of home
The old house is still standing,
Though the paint is cracked and dry
And there's that old oak tree that I used to play on
Down the lane I'll walk with my sweet Mary
Hair of gold and lips like cherries
It's good to touch the green, green grass of home
Then I awake and look around me
At four gray walls that surround me
And I realize yes, I was only dreamin'
There's a guard and there's a sad old padre
Arm and arm we'll walk at daybreak
Again I'll touch the green, green grass of home
Yes, they'll all come to see me
In the shade of that old oak tree
As they lay me beneath the green, green grass of home
About Green, Green Grass Of Home
Tom Jones' "Green, Green Grass Of Home" stands as a definitive example of his mastery over traditional English folk standards. Recorded in the mid-1960s, the track showcases Jones' distinctive baritone voice and his ability to blend theatrical flair with sincere emotional delivery. As a staple of his discography, the song exemplifies the genre of English folk-pop that defined his early career and resonated globally. The recording captures a specific era where Jones reinterpreted classic ballads with a unique, powerful vocal style that set him apart from his contemporaries. While the lyrics evoke nostalgia and longing, the musical arrangement and Jones' performance focus on the universal themes of home and memory. This work remains a significant part of his catalog, demonstrating his commitment to preserving and revitalizing traditional songs for modern audiences.