White Dove
Lynyrd Skynyrd · Greatest Hits [2005]
White Dove sittin' on a blackberry bush
Is there any questioning why
Tell me what heaven you're bound for today
Feel just like I could cry
Feel just like I could cry
Little squirrel sitting on a ___ ___ rock
Wodering where the winter meal is coming from
Tired of fighting for it, gonna lay down my gun
Just know that my work is done
Just know that my work is done
Little boy blue now come blow your horn
No more of the sheep is around
Said I'm tired of fighting, gonna lay down my gun
Just know that my work is done
Just know that my work is done
Just know that my work is done
Just know that my work is done
White Dove - Lynyrd Skynyrd
Recorded during the band's final studio session before their 1977 tragedy, 'White Dove' stands as a haunting testament to Lynyrd Skynyrd's enduring ability to blend Southern rock with soulful melancholy. The track features the band's signature harmonies and driving rhythm section, capturing the raw emotional intensity characteristic of their 1973-1977 era. While often associated with their greatest hits collections, the song remains a pivotal piece in their discography, showcasing the group's mastery of blending upbeat rock structures with deeply personal lyrical themes. Its inclusion on compilations like 'Greatest Hits' highlights its status as a staple of Southern rock history, resonating with audiences who appreciate the band's unique fusion of gospel influences and blues-infused rock. The recording serves as a poignant reminder of the band's creative peak just before their untimely end.