I Am Always Waiting
Dolly Parton · We Found It (wPorter Wagoner) [RCA Victor] [1973]
From the start I promised you that I would always be
Waiting here at anytime you ever needed me
I loved you then and I love you now as I always will
And I am always waiting willing to forgive.
I'll be your shelter from the storm
My love will keep you safe and warm
I'm a harbor on your stormy sea you can always come to me
For I am always waiting.
My arms are always open wide and I will dry the tears you cried
If you should ever need someone darling let it be me
I will mend your broken heart and I'll replace the missing parts
I am always waiting anytime you need me.
I'll be your shelter from the storm
My love will keep you safe and warm
I'm a harbor on your stormy sea you can always come to me
For I am always waiting.
For I am always waiting...
About I Am Always Waiting
Dolly Parton's "I Am Always Waiting," recorded in 1973 with Porter Wagoner, stands as a poignant example of the country music tradition of enduring devotion. Released on RCA Victor, the track captures the quiet resilience of a love that persists despite distance or uncertainty, a theme central to Parton's broader discography. The song complements her signature style, blending folk and country elements with a narrative voice that emphasizes patience and faith in relationships. While often overshadowed by hits like "Jolene," this recording highlights her ability to explore complex emotional landscapes within the genre. The collaboration with Wagoner further situates the song within the classic duet format of the early 1970s, contributing to a catalog of works that defined the era's romantic storytelling.