Deeper Than the Holler
Randy Travis
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Well I've heard those city singers singin' 'bout how they can love Deeper than the oceans higher than the stars above Well I come from the country and I know I ain't seen it all But I heard that oceans salty and the stars they sometimes fall But that would not do justice to the way I feel for you So I have to sing this song about all the things I knew My love is deeper than the holler, stronger than the rivers Higher than the pine trees growin' tall upon the hill My love is purer than the snowflakes that fall in late December And honest as a robin on a springtime window sill And longer than the song of the whippoorwill From the back roads to the Broadway shows with a million miles between There's a least a million love songs that people love to sing And everyone is different and everyone's the same So this is just another way of sayin' the same thing My love is deeper than the holler, stronger than the rivers Higher than the pine trees growin' tall upon the hill My love is purer than the snowflakes that fall in late December And honest as a robin on a springtime window sill And longer than the song of the whippoorwill My love is deeper than the holler, stronger than the rivers Higher than the pine trees growin' tall upon the hill My love is purer than the snowflakes that fall in late December And honest as a robin on a springtime window sill And longer than the song of the whippoorwill
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Written by: PAUL OVERSTREET, DON SCHLITZ
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song's Background"Deeper Than the Holler" was released in 1988 and is sung by country music artist Randy Travis. The song was part of his second album, "Old 8X10".
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number one on both The Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart.
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SongwritersIt was written by famous country music songwriters Don Schlitz and Paul Overstreet. Don Schlitz is also known for writing the mega-hit, "The Gambler" for Kenny Rogers.
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Album SuccessThe album "Old 8X10," featuring the single, went on to be platinum certified by RIAA for selling over one million copies.
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Song ThemeThe song uses vivid imagery and metaphors to express the depth of the singer's love, such as the depth of a holler, the height of the pine trees, and the peace in a lullaby.
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Recognition"Deeper Than the Holler" is regarded as one of Randy Travis' signature songs with its timeless country sound and heartfelt lyrics.
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Live PerformancesDespite having dozens of top ten hits, "Deeper Than The Holler" remains a fan favorite at Randy's live performances.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists over the years, showcasing its enduring appeal and influence in the country music genre.
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Song's ImpactThe song helped to establish Randy Travis as a leading figure in the neotraditional country movement during the late 1980s.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Deeper Than the Holler" features Travis in various outdoor settings corresponding with the song's lyrics such as forests and rivers.
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