As Soon as I Touched Him
Dolly Parton · Here You Come Again [1977]
He came to me like a bright idea shining like the sun
And the way his eyes burned into mine I knew he must be the one
Oh, he drew me in like a magnet does so I couldn't pull away
But the kind of lovin' that I gave to him I'm not ashamed to say.
Oh, soon as I touched him, soon as I touched him
I felt like a woman and the feelin' made me close my eyes
As soon as I touched him, oh, I was born again
I heard myself cryin' like a new born baby cries.
He told me what I meant to him, swore that I was sent to him
All my lovin' went to him now he's gone, oh, he's gone
Now I hide myself from the light of day so no one else can see
A part of him that I can't forget that's growin' deep inside of me.
Oh, as soon as I touched him soon as I touched him
I felt like a woman and the feelin' made me close my eyes
As soon as I touched him, oh, I was born again
I heard myself cryin' like our new born baby cries.
Oh, soon as I touched him, soon as I touched him
I felt like a woman and the feelin' made me close my eyes
As soon as I touched him, oh, I was born again
I heard myself cryin' like a new born baby cries...
As Soon as I Touched Him
Dolly Parton's 'As Soon as I Touched Him' stands as a vibrant example of her songwriting prowess during her mid-1970s commercial peak. Featured on the 1977 album Here You Come Again, the track showcases Parton's ability to blend country storytelling with a polished, radio-friendly production style. The song captures a moment of sudden romantic realization, reflecting the emotional immediacy that defines much of her catalogue. While the album is often celebrated for its crossover hits, this recording highlights Parton's consistent skill in crafting narratives about love and connection. It remains a significant song in her extensive discography, illustrating the depth of her work beyond her most famous singles and contributing to the rich tapestry of her musical legacy.