About the song
Bobby Goldsboro, a versatile singer-songwriter whose career spanned several decades, released the poignant ballad “Honey” in 1968. This heartfelt song quickly became a massive hit, capturing the hearts of listeners with its poignant lyrics and Goldsboro’s emotive vocals.
“Honey” is a classic example of a country-pop crossover song, seamlessly blending elements of both genres to create a universal and timeless appeal. The track’s arrangement is characterized by its simplicity, featuring a gentle acoustic guitar, soft strings, and Goldsboro’s soulful voice. This stripped-down approach allows the lyrics to take center stage, emphasizing the emotional depth of the song.
The lyrics of “Honey” tell a tragic tale of love and loss. Goldsboro narrates the story of a man who is deeply in love with his partner, only to have her tragically pass away. The song explores themes of grief, longing, and the enduring power of love, even in the face of insurmountable loss. Goldsboro’s vocal delivery is both tender and powerful, conveying the raw emotion and pain underlying the lyrics.
The song’s success can be attributed to several factors. First, Goldsboro’s heartfelt performance and the relatable nature of the lyrics resonated with audiences on a deep emotional level. Second, the timeless theme of love and loss ensured that the song would continue to appeal to listeners long after its initial release. Finally, the song’s simple yet effective arrangement contributed to its enduring popularity.
“Honey” remains a beloved classic, a testament to the enduring power of music to touch the human heart. It is a song that has been covered by numerous artists over the years, and its legacy continues to live on. Bobby Goldsboro’s “Honey” is a poignant and moving ballad that has earned its place in the annals of popular music history.
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Lyrics
See the tree, how big it’s grown
But friend it hasn’t been too long
It wasn’t big
I laughed at her and she got mad,
The first day that she planted it
Was just a twig
Then the first snow came and she ran out
To brush the snow away
So it wouldn’t die
Came runnin’ in all excited
Slipped and almost hurt herself
And I laughed till I cried
She was always young at heart
Kinda dumb and kinda smart
And I loved her so
And I surprised her with a puppy
Kept me up all Christmas Eve two years ago
And it would sure embarrass her
When I came in from workin’ late
‘Cause I would know
That she’d been sittin’ there and cryin’
Over some sad and silly late, late show
And honey, I miss you and I’m bein’ good
And I’d love to be with you if only I could
She wrecked the car and she was sad
And so afraid that I’d be mad
But what the heck
Though I pretended hard to be
Guess you could say she saw through me
And hugged my neck
I came home unexpectedly
And caught her cryin’ needlessly
In the middle of a day
And it was in the early spring
When flowers bloom and robins sing
She went away
And honey, I miss you and I’m bein’ good
And I’d love to be with you if only I could
One day while I was not at home
While she was there and all alone
The angels came
Now all I have is memories of honey
And I wake up nights and call her name
Now my life’s an empty stage
Where honey lived and honey played
And love grew up
And a small cloud passes overhead
And cries down on the flower bed
That honey loved
And see the tree how big it’s grown
But friend it hasn’t been too long
It wasn’t big
And I laughed at her and she got mad
The first day that she planted it
Was just a twig