About the song
“Deeper Than the Holler” by Randy Travis is a heartfelt country ballad that captures the depth of true love and the beauty of rural life. Released in 1988 as part of Travis’ album “Old 8×10,” the song was written by Paul Overstreet and Don Schlitz.
The track quickly gained popularity, peaking at number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. Its success solidified Travis’ reputation as one of the leading artists in country music during the late 1980s.
The lyrics of “Deeper Than the Holler” paint a vivid picture of love that runs as deep as the roots of the land. Travis’ distinctive baritone voice adds emotional depth to the song, drawing listeners in with its sincerity and warmth.
With its timeless melody and evocative lyrics, “Deeper Than the Holler” has become a classic in the country music genre. It continues to resonate with audiences of all ages, serving as a testament to the enduring power of love and the simple joys of rural life.
In summary, “Deeper Than the Holler” by Randy Travis is a captivating country ballad that showcases Travis’ vocal talent and storytelling prowess. With its heartfelt lyrics and memorable melody, the song remains a cherished favorite among fans of classic country music.
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Lyrics
Well, I’ve heard those city singers
Singing ’bout how they can love
Deeper than the oceans
Higher than the stars above
But I come from the country
And I know I ain’t seen it all
But I heard that ocean’s salty
And the stars, they sometimes fall
And that would not do justice
To the way I feel for you
So I had to sing this song
About all the things I knew
My love is deeper than the holler
Stronger than the river
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 a whippoorwill
From the back roads to the Broadway shows
With a million miles between
There’s at least a million love songs
That people love to sing
And every one is different
And every one’s the same
And this is just another way
Of saying the same thing
My love is deeper than the holler
Stronger than the river
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 a whippoorwill
My love is deeper than the holler
Stronger than the river
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 a whippoorwill
A whippoorwill