About the song
**”Honey” by Bobby Goldsboro: A Timeless Ballad of Love and Loss**
Bobby Goldsboro’s “Honey” has been a staple of classic country music for decades. Its poignant lyrics and heartfelt melody have resonated with listeners of all ages, and its live performance on CabaRay Nashville serves as a poignant reminder of the song’s enduring appeal.
Released in 1968, “Honey” quickly climbed the charts, becoming one of Goldsboro’s signature songs. The track tells a tale of love, loss, and longing that is universally relatable. Goldsboro’s rich, emotive vocals bring the lyrics to life, painting vivid pictures of a love that has slipped away.
The live performance on CabaRay Nashville offers a unique opportunity to experience “Honey” in a more intimate setting. Stripped down to its essential elements, the song reveals its emotional depth and complexity. Goldsboro’s delivery is both powerful and vulnerable, as he pours his heart and soul into every note.
The song’s lyrics are filled with imagery that evokes a sense of nostalgia and longing. The image of the tree that the couple planted together, for example, symbolizes the growth of their love and the pain of its eventual end. The line “And I wake up nights and call her name” is particularly heartbreaking, as it captures the raw emotion of grief.
Musically, “Honey” is a beautiful blend of traditional country elements and pop sensibilities. The melody is both catchy and memorable, and the instrumentation is simple yet effective. The pedal steel guitar adds a touch of melancholy, while the rhythm section provides a steady, driving beat.
The live performance on CabaRay Nashville highlights the timeless quality of “Honey.” The song’s message of love and loss is as relevant today as it was when it was first released. Goldsboro’s heartfelt rendition is a testament to the power of music to connect with people on a deep emotional level.
Whether you’re a longtime fan of Bobby Goldsboro or simply appreciate great country music, “Honey” is a song that is sure to leave a lasting impression. Its combination of beautiful melody, poignant lyrics, and heartfelt performance makes it a true classic.
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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