In the Pines
Dolly Parton · Heartsongs: Live from Home [Columbia] [1994]
(Alan Riggs)
In the pines, in the pines, where the sun never shines
And you shiver when the cold wind blows
My love, my love, what have I done to make you treat me so
You've caused me to weep, you've caused me to mourn
You've caused me to leave my home.
In the pines, in the pines where the sun never shines
And you shiver when the cold wind blows.
The longest train I ever saw
Went down that Georgia Line
The engine passed at six o'clock
The caboose went by at nine.
In the pines, in the pines, where the sun never shines
And you shiver when the cold wind blows.
I asked my captain for the time of day
He said he throwed his watch away.
In the pines, in the pines, where the sun never shines
And you shiver when the cold wind blows
Hoo-hoo, hoo-hoo, hoo-hoo...
In the pines, in the pines, where the sun never shines
And you shiver when the cold wind blows
My love, my love, what have I done to make you treat me so
You've caused me to weep, you've caused me to mourn
You've caused me to leave my home.
In the pines, in the pines where the sun never shines
And you shiver when the cold wind blows.
The longest train I ever saw
Went down that Georgia Line
The engine passed at six o'clock
The caboose went by at nine.
In the pines, in the pines, where the sun never shines
And you shiver when the cold wind blows.
I asked my captain for the time of day
He said he throwed his watch away.
In the pines, in the pines, where the sun never shines
And you shiver when the cold wind blows
Hoo-hoo, hoo-hoo, hoo-hoo...
In the Pines
Dolly Parton's "In the Pines" stands as a quintessential example of her signature country-pop style, blending acoustic warmth with polished production. Recorded for the 1994 live album *Heartsongs: Live from Home*, the track captures the essence of her career-defining ability to weave personal storytelling with universal themes of longing and resilience. The song reflects the era's shift toward more intimate, acoustic-driven country performances, showcasing Parton's vocal range and lyrical depth. As a staple of her discography, it exemplifies the blend of traditional country roots with pop sensibilities that has made her work a cornerstone of American music history.