No matter what your opinion of Loretta Lynne is, you have to give her credit for her tenacity, her honesty, and humility. She came from literally nothing, and she never let fame go to her head. Rest In Peace Loretta😢🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 A true Country Music Pioneer!!!!! Respected by all. Men and Women!!! She truly paved the WAY for other female artists. Coal Miners Daughter is truly her Autobiography!!!!!
Wow!! Thanks for doing this video of Loretta. My Earthly Father loved Country Music. When I was younger sadly my Dad was an alcoholic. So many of us know what that life can be like. I was the one who could usually calm him down. And We would listen to his records half the night. I believe he is the one, that got me into listening to the words in a song. He would always say to me, try not to pay attention to the instruments, listen to the words. My Dad has been gone now for about 20 years, maybe 21. Yet it seems like yesterday, especially since what to my Nephew. My Dad was able to stop drinking 10 years before he passed. That's when I really got to see the Person he really was. He had a great voice. He use to sing to the Nurses, he definitely was a charmer. He was a real charmer at my Wedding too. Actually I should say my new Mother in Laws Wedding. ( I should write a song about the things she did at my Wedding. It was so bad. I remember back in 1998, I saw an add in Our local paper, that read, did you or someone you know do strange things that either made the wedding funnier or worse, something like that. So, I responded to it and told the producer the things she put me through. We were suppose to go on the show, the producer's picked up real fast what I was going through with her. They were going to fly Us out on different flights and put us in different Hotel rooms, and when they talked to my husband, they asked him, if he wanted to fly out with me, he said, can I go on a different flight and stay in a different Hotel than both of them. He claims he even asked if they could make sure they had Security near by, and maybe seperate us with screens or something. He claims he warned the producer, don't be surprise if it turns into the Jerry Springer show. lol. We didn't do the show, because my Mother in Law ended up being diagnosed with Cancer. So I cancelled it, I didn't want the show to be aired as she was fighting for her life. They understood, they even sent her 2 doz. of roses. That really made her day. Surprisingly during her battle with Cancer, We got close, and actually apologized for all the things she did. That's a novel for another time.). Back to my Dad and how We use to listen to Country Music together, and how he could really sing. As he walked me down the Isle all dressed like a proud Irish man, in his top hat and duck tail tux. Everyone kept complimenting on how good he and my Mother looked. Everyone says that was the best they ever saw them. I was so proud of them. My Dad and Mom really admired my 2nd husband, so much so, my Dad told me, to make sure this marriage worked because he wasn't going to walk me down again. My Dad even loved listening to the scanner, so much so that my husband bought my Dad one for his birthday. Now there's a Country Music Song in there, somewhere. I was told I was good at writing poetry, I don't think I was good at writing music. Here I go again, rambling on. Sorry about that, remembering that time actually put a smile on my face, something I haven't done since August 24, 2022. Are you able to do a video on Wasted Days and Wasted Nights, I forget the singers name, but that was another of my Dad's favorite songs, or maybe the song Love lift Us up where We Belong, that was my Wedding Song and I just realized My Anniversary is next week. All We have is here and Now, none of us are promised tomorrow let alone another second, I know that's a fact. If you don't read this comment before Oct. 25, my Anniversary, it's ok, I understand your busy and have many more request before me. Stay Safe. GOD Bless.
@@manofiske3318 I never saw that. She bought a beautiful home and wore fancy clothes on stage, but in videos Ive watched where they visited her home to hold the interview, she was dressed like an everyday person and had an humble, friendly manner. She didn't put on airs, and she never tried to change the way she talked. No, to me, despite her riches and fame, I think she remained humble and kind and real.
@@manofiske3318 No she didnt... she was just as kind and humble as ever, so what if she liked to buy nice things, she was raised dirt poor, she deserved it as she worked her butt off.
Country music today is so far removed from the pure, true country music that I grew up listening to. Loretta Lynn was a legend, and I thank my parents for exposing me to her songs. From a rocker, and sometimes country girl, thank you Loretta. Well done Fil👍
There are some things to notice about the singing style. Loretta came from what was called "high lonesome sound". She uses her accent to make the music instead of simply singing chords. You have to use the accent as a means of tone, to make the music, instead of the music leading you. The high rise of certain parts of words is what she would have heard when she was young. They sang like that in church which was in the movie. That even goes back to the King James English which most Appalachianers grew up with. My grandmother spoke that way. "The work we done was hard, at night we'd sleep cause we were "tar-ed". That is pure Appalachia. And she unapologetically sings it not only in tribute to her father and mother, but the entire Appalachian history and culture. The true fact of history is that in deep Appalachia (Southeastern Kentucky, Western Virginia, East Tennessee) the people were so remote and cut off from the wider world, they maintained that accent and even used words from the time of King James. I remember my great-grandparents speaking like that and even my grandmother never said you, she always said ye. So to really understand Loretta as more than just a singer, it is the accent she is using effectively because this song qualifies as high lonesome. Understand the accent, then you will be pulled along in the story of the song.
I had an ex boyfriend whos was in west Virginia for awhile and this little old lady told him to go get a poke. He was like , whats a poke? Turns out it was a bag or maybe a plastic bag. I never heard that anywhere in my life.
I'd reckon that sangin' in one's vernacular is hard not to do, save those who were forced to. Also, when you listen to any singer speak, you can hear how it is they achieve some of the things they do. Tommy Shaw comes immediately to mind. He sounds very close to how he sings. His natural ability to hit those high tenor notes can be heard in his speaking voice. Like everything else, there are exceptions to the rule, nonetheless.
Thanks for doing this tribute. It was so sad to hear of Loretta Lynn's passing. She was a country legend & singer song writer who's music has spanned 6 decades. She was also friends with the great late Patsy Cline. Her younger sister Crystal Gayle also is a great singer. She grew up dirt poor & stayed humble & true to her roots. The autobiographical movie "Coal Miner's Daughter" is worth looking at.
Your videos are always such a pleasure to watch. I'm 65 years old and I never get tired of watching you. You're not vulgar you always smile nicely and you have such a pleasant way of talking. These things matter to a lot of people. Keep up the good work.
And SHE was a self taught musician. If anyone has not watched Coal Miners Daughter.... take the time and please watch. R.I.P. 🙏 LORETTA. PS: She wrote many of her song's.
Sissy Spacek sounded and sang just like Loretta in the movie - she nailed it! Very good movie! That's a hard feat to pull off. Jessica Chastain is attempting Tammy for a TV mini series. Should be interesting to see how well she can sing "Tammy".
yeh nancy pulled ot vinlys sat. have double mca duets have to look at liner notes maybe there best selling hit recall song on am radio as kids maybe hee haw not sure
Saw Loretta in concert in the dusty, very very blurry era of my youth. Dad had gotten tickets to this big country concert in of all places Newark, NJ. It was during the time of this huge hit when country music was on a bit of a rise in popularity. It crossed over into the pop charts, so it really was huge She was the headliner, of course. She came across as a very professional, personable and polished performer. I sadly only remember some of her performance, but was really, really impressed by the fact that the same backup band played for all the opening acts as well. Her younger sister sang backup. There were something like 5 opening acts. The only other performers I really remember were Charlie Pride (surprised that a black guy was in a country show, I was far too young and knew nothing evidently) and Little Jimmy Dickens who provided the comic relief. Wish I could remember more!
She was ons of the best! That voice got her from poverty to one biggest names in the Business. One unique & interesting thing is I was Born in Vancouver B.C and that she was Discovered in Vancouver B.C. At a old venue now long gone,that was called the Chicken shack down by the river. She was signed in 1960 with a Vancouver based record company called Zero records(founded in1959) whom helped her with her 1st #1 single I'm a Honky Tonk Girl. I have been to the location where the chicken shack was and now sits a plaque marker commemorating this moment in history. We sure Appreciate the amazing Tribute! Fil you truly are a classy fella.✌🏼 Cheers Bro!
@1Sean Bond. "Don't Come Home A Drinkin' With Lovin' On Your Mind" was Loretta's first #1 hit song in 1967. "I'm A Honky Tonk Girl" was a hit for her but it never made it to #1. Certainly it's the song that opened many doors for her in Nashville.
Loretta had so much spunk and zest for life. Being raised in such a loving family, I don't believe she saw herself as 'poor'. Although she was certainly aware of her parents dire financial situation. Dolly Pardon has that same outlook. I believe Lynn was more of a purist with her music. Unlike Dolly, Shania, etc...; Loretta never had a "pop" sound to the songs. She stayed strictly country. Good analysis Fil. Have a wonderful, safe week ahead...🎵🎸🌹🙂
I believe Loretta and Dolly both knew they had what was most important, which was the unconditional love of parents. And, they were grateful for the love and sacrifices made for them. When you have a heart like that, you are truly rich.
I saw Loretta fill in at a motorcycle race for Motley Crue’s lead singer. She was a big motorcycle race promoter even having a race track on her ranch. She was really good. Didn’t sound like a country girl then. The crowd went nuts. Also heard she meet Rod Stewart and told him she was a big fan of his. She impressed him with her knowledge of many of his songs. I believe she was a fan of all music. Also just a sweet person you had to like.
@@charleswinters7129 ~ I didn't say Loretta didn't like other genres of music. I was simply saying she kept HER music as pure country as she could. There's a difference...
Good stuff, Fil. I’m from the Southeastern USA. Great musical storytelling is just something I grew up with and almost take for granted. Loretta, Dolly, Chet Atkins…but not just country entertainers…Justin Timberlake, Tina Turner, Allman Brothers, Kings of Leon…people just play music and sing where I’m from…on their front porches, at church, in school, at dances…etc. But yeah…we can take it for granted. I haven’t listened to this song or Loretta in years. Thanks for taking me back to my childhood when my daddy would have her and Willie Nelson and Hank Williams playing on the radio.
Thank you for this analysis, Fil. I had the good fortune to see Loretta in concert seven years ago in a small, intimate venue. She had a cold, and was not at the top of her game that night (she sat down for most of the concert), but her singing was great. At one point, she even took requests from the audience...a delightful, and heartwarming gesture. Of course, she ended the concert with "Coal Miner's Daughter" and she jumped out of her seat full of youthful energy. That song was her life. Loretta Lynn was one of a kind, and she will certainly be missed.
Being from Tennessee and knowing the music well, Loretta is what we call a storyteller! I love this woman and her music! Country music is simple to simple for some to even understand. 😁
I love this performance so much. I especially love how she plays with the cadence as compared to the album version. It's like she's putting some swing in it at places.
Thank you for this. I remember the coal oil lamps at my grandparents house. The house didn't have electricity or running water. Their house was one of the infamous "dog run" styles found mostly in Texas.
She was really something.. a true trailblazer for a female country singer. I remember friends and I being surprised when she wrote and sang You ain’t woman enough and Fist City.. in the mid-late 60s. She’ll be missed.. but her songs will live on! Thanks, as always, for the detail!
You're absolutely right, and it baffles me why writing isn't considered the MOST IMPRESSIVE ability. Singers are a dime a dozen, but a person who can both write and perform their own artistic vision is very special.
Great job Fil, a definite classic country icon. You'd be hard-pressed to find a performer of this caliber in the so-called modern country world of today.
You don't have to like country music to appreciate a talent like Loretta Lynn. nice tribute to a true country artist and entertainer. Rest in Peace and thanks for the great body of work you left behind Loretta Lynn. "You have to be first, different, or great. If you're one of them, you may make it." Loretta Lynn April 14, 1932 - October 4, 2022
Thank you Fil for this analysis of Loretta Lynn. Your analysis highlights her strengths as a singer and the recording definitely highlights her talent as a country using songwriter. Rest In Peace, dear Loretta. 😢
Only a Legendary Country artist could rhyme "Hard" with "Tired" like Loretta did here.... Quality ....I can literally taste Apple Pie listening to this... Does it get any more Country!!!.... Such an incredibly distinctive voice.... I love the ache in her tone and the way she drops right on the money. 💥.....
Loretta had a very distinctive voice and presence. She was the soul of country for decades. Very few women have contributed as much to the genre over generations and mentored so much young talent. Maybe Mother Maybelle Carter.
Thanks for this analysis. I'm 62, as a child hearing my mother play, write down and then perform this song it brings back very heart felt memories. Loretta was by far my mother's favorite artist. Thanks
I have always enjoyed what you call classic country, but I don't have much time for the music which is being written and performed at this point in time.
Thank you Fil for doing this lovely tribute to the legendary Loretta Lynn, The Queen of Country Music. It's so sad to hear of her passing, may she Rest in Peace! 😪
Fil, one thing I love about your channel is, when it comes to quality music, musicians, vocalists, etc., you cast a very wide net, as to styles, genres and eras, when seeking subjects of interest to analyze. And so, this approach is quite likely influencing and educating a much wider audience than many other UA-camrs' approach.
What a lady! I remember watching her every Saturday back in the 1960’s when she would be on The Wilburn Brothers Show. I love hearing the Appalachian vernacular that I heard from older folks. Plus, I knew the words she sang were true. I remember my mom’s “warsh” board and I still go barefoot most of the time. Loretta sang peoples’ memories and that made her special.
She was a Mother at 16, a Grandmother at 32 and a Great-Grandmother at 48. That was the culture. And she wrote a song that was banned called "The Pill". She had something to say, and that pissed people off. She also wrote "Dear Uncle Sam" during the height of the Vietnam war. And during the run-up to the Iraq War, she re-released it. I think that she did some statements in the last several years, and so people decided to cancel her. I didn't follow that. She wrote 6 songs that were banned. Hmm, Anti-War. You featured a video of Earl Scruggs singing with Joan Baez. That was part of a long movie that David Hoffmann did following Earl Scruggs since he didn't want to lose his sons to a stupid Rich Man's war. And during that film, they talked about the Redneck Woodstock. Over a million people gathered to play country music and try to stop the Vietnam War. I never heard about it until I saw the film. I was on Twitter when I heard about Loretta Lynn passing, and sent out a message of condoléances. Cancel culture took over. Man, we are forked as a society if we can't look at someone's life work and base our perception on one comment. Fil, merci beaucoup for your channel. You have built up a great community. Peace.
Loretta was so fortunate to come from such a loving family ... hearing her sing about it, makes you feel like you are there with her. She pulls you right into her story. That's genius right there. Great video, Fil!
Since I first heard her sing and then seen her perform on TV I Alway believed She was the Quiescent Femal Country Singer. She had All the right stuff, accent, Voice, Looks, Smile and ability to make a tune interesting. Would have loved to hear her do a duet with Hank Sr. Imagine that.
Country Music: "three chords and the truth". The beautiful thing about CM is that all (?) singers could sing. And because at that time (50th, 60th) almost zero electronic tricks were used in the recordings, this is even more noticeable today. I grew up (as a German) with CM, thanks to AFN Radio and "Stickbuddy Jamboree" (later "sixteen-o-five to Nashville"). Later came The Beatles ...
Thank you Fil. I really appreciate the respectful way you treat the stars of yesteryear. I have learned so much from your analysis. Loretta Lynn was special.
I always loved this song, the character of it has always resonated with me. It is an unapologetically country-fried pass-the-biscuits twangfest, but there is real depth and humanity to it. This song came straight from the heart. I used it as a basis for one of my Wheel of Time song parodies, and I did so because I wanted to do the same thing, contrast the upbeat musicality of it with the emotional content of the story I was telling. It's really a special song, and it will outlive us all. RIP Loretta Lynn.
Thank you Fil for another great analysis, and in this case a fitting tribute to Loretta. I really appreciate your care in being able to pick out the things she did so well. I always learn something from you and that increases my enjoyment of music. This was a wonderfully detailed analysis, that you delivered with appreciation and respect.
Thank you Fil. Great analysis. Loretta raised hundreds of thousand for the families of the Hyden coal mine disaster in Kentucky. She did over a hundred shows all over the country. Many artists volunteered because of their respect and admiration for Loretta. I recommend watching the movie "Coal Miners Daughter" starring Sissy Spacek and Tommy Lee Jones.
She was an icon. The embodiment of country. She will be greatly missed. If anyone hasn't seen the movie, starring Sissy SpaceX, I encourage you to watch it. It is beautifully done.
She was a treasure the music world, and I was sad to see news of her passing. RIP, Loretta....and thank you, so much, for your wit, your smile and your music.
I appreciate that you played the song all the way through. It was a pleasure watching that video. Then your wonderful commentary with the analysis. Thank you!
Loretta Lynn, this song, and this particular performance, are national treasures for the U.S.A. She was such a great storyteller, if anyone wants to know about life in Appalachia during the depression, just listen to this song. Love the phrasings: borned, warshboard, tared (tired) - very genuine. Great review.
I met the Lady back in Nashville's grand ole Opry. she was a very special lady. yes she will be missed. My wife and I watched the awards the night Sissie Spacek won the award for her performance in Cool Miners Daughter. Loretta walked up behind Sissie to give her her award.
@@corilia9529 My research come up that Sissy Spacek did indeed do her own singing in the film Here is an interview with Sissy Spacek on "Coal Miner's Daughter" 1980 the video quality is poor, but the audio is good enjoy! ua-cam.com/video/c9mZBMlQvuY/v-deo.html Coal Miner's Daughter (film) From Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coal_Miner%27s_Daughter_(film)
She is part of the old guard in Country music. Fantastic career and life. Have you ever considered doing Wayne Newton? he was the King of Las Vegas for a long time. When young his voice was incredible
I drove by Hurricane Mills in Tennessee just last week and was moved just to think this great country artist traveled these same roads. Loved all of her music. She literally had a refrigerator full of yellow legal pads in her song writing cabin. RIP
Thanks Fil, Her daughter said she was ready & passed the next day. She was an absolute Icon. No words for her success & Life. I watch this Movie at least once a year. Sissy & Beverly were Wonderful. Fly High Loretta Lynn 🍁❤🍁❤🍁
What a wonderful fitting tribute to Loretta Lynn. She was an amazing singer songwriter. She has a really nice restaurant too in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. She loved to cook and bake and teaching her twins, Peggy and Patsy born exactly 4 years after me and my twin, August 6, 1964. Peggy named after her sister and Patsy after Patsy Cline.
Thanks for the lovely tribute to a true legend. There will never be another like her. And as far as the happy sounding music accompanying sad lyrics in country music, I think that is at least partly because of the fact that country music is dance driven. Musicians want to fill the dance floor, which is hard to do with minor key dirges. The stories told by country can be quite downbeat and traumatic. Coupling that with equally downbeat music would be very hard to take.
Thank you Fil for another great analysis! I wasn't much into country music growing up but my parents was a big fan of it but I did like Loretta Lynn and I loved her voice and because my grandfather was a coal miner so The Coal Miner Daughter meant a lot to me. My parents surprised me one day with her album The Coal Miner Daughter. It was awesome and I still have that album. Fill You're the Best!! 😊🤘
You’re pretty special to hi light Loretta Lynn Fil. She has been a favorite of mine for over 50 yrs. I cried a little when I heard of her passing. Again thank you for your time and educational moments you give our great history of music.
It's always a pleasant surprise to know that there are Brits who appreciate and/or even love country music. I live in Scotland now, and I'm always thrilled to find so many country music lovers up here! We lost a legend last week when Loretta went home to heaven. Thanks for another great and informative video, bro.
So glad I found this video. Her voice is so beautiful. She also had a real gift for singing hymns. She has a recording of the hymn “How Great Thou Art.” It’s gorgeous, so beautiful with the vibrato and the sweet voice. I just love it.
It doesn't get more pure than Loretta Lynn..I'm 52 and my dad absolutely loved the 50's,60's and 70's country.I have to thank him for showing me so much music that without him I would of missed out on.Very sad to hear of Loretta's passing but what a life she lived.Her and Patsy are back together.
So sorry to hear that Loretta has passed. Even though I wasn't a big fan, I was aware that she had great talent and knew how huge she was in Country music. I learned of her life when I saw the movie "Coal Miner's Daughter", which Sissy Spacek did such a great job on (Sissy did the actual singing in the film) . Once again, I'm sorry she's gone, RIP Loretta .
Sissy lived and toured with Loretta for over a year and picked up every mannerism and speaking and singing style. If you want a great example check this one out from the film. ua-cam.com/video/BTCme2UIr6w/v-deo.html
appreciate your review of Loretta! She was amazing...so glad I was raised on a lot of her music. My daddy was a country music dj and was the lead singer and guitar player in a country band. He lived and breathed country music and passed all of the classics on to me
I think what made her was her modesty for me. Even you smiled at it at the end of her song. She never forgot who she was. I admire that. Rip miss Lynn I love watching your face in the reactions . Thank you for the breakdowns, now I'll listen for those keys in other songs, hadn't listened for them but will now you've pointed them out.
My wife went to see her in concert in San Antonio and the electricity went out. They circled the stage with some pick ups and shined the lights on her and she performed the whole concert unplugged and without a mic Magical!!
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No matter what your opinion of Loretta Lynne is, you have to give her credit for her tenacity, her honesty, and humility. She came from literally nothing, and she never let fame go to her head. Rest In Peace Loretta😢🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 A true Country Music Pioneer!!!!! Respected by all. Men and Women!!! She truly paved the WAY for other female artists. Coal Miners Daughter is truly her Autobiography!!!!!
Well, she _did_ 'let it(fame) go to her head' just a tad bit.
Wow!! Thanks for doing this video of Loretta. My Earthly Father loved Country Music. When I was younger sadly my Dad was an alcoholic. So many of us know what that life can be like. I was the one who could usually calm him down. And We would listen to his records half the night. I believe he is the one, that got me into listening to the words in a song. He would always say to me, try not to pay attention to the instruments, listen to the words. My Dad has been gone now for about 20 years, maybe 21. Yet it seems like yesterday, especially since what to my Nephew. My Dad was able to stop drinking 10 years before he passed. That's when I really got to see the Person he really was. He had a great voice. He use to sing to the Nurses, he definitely was a charmer. He was a real charmer at my Wedding too. Actually I should say my new Mother in Laws Wedding. ( I should write a song about the things she did at my Wedding. It was so bad. I remember back in 1998, I saw an add in Our local paper, that read, did you or someone you know do strange things that either made the wedding funnier or worse, something like that. So, I responded to it and told the producer the things she put me through. We were suppose to go on the show, the producer's picked up real fast what I was going through with her. They were going to fly Us out on different flights and put us in different Hotel rooms, and when they talked to my husband, they asked him, if he wanted to fly out with me, he said, can I go on a different flight and stay in a different Hotel than both of them. He claims he even asked if they could make sure they had Security near by, and maybe seperate us with screens or something. He claims he warned the producer, don't be surprise if it turns into the Jerry Springer show. lol. We didn't do the show, because my Mother in Law ended up being diagnosed with Cancer. So I cancelled it, I didn't want the show to be aired as she was fighting for her life. They understood, they even sent her 2 doz. of roses. That really made her day. Surprisingly during her battle with Cancer, We got close, and actually apologized for all the things she did. That's a novel for another time.). Back to my Dad and how We use to listen to Country Music together, and how he could really sing. As he walked me down the Isle all dressed like a proud Irish man, in his top hat and duck tail tux. Everyone kept complimenting on how good he and my Mother looked. Everyone says that was the best they ever saw them. I was so proud of them. My Dad and Mom really admired my 2nd husband, so much so, my Dad told me, to make sure this marriage worked because he wasn't going to walk me down again. My Dad even loved listening to the scanner, so much so that my husband bought my Dad one for his birthday. Now there's a Country Music Song in there, somewhere. I was told I was good at writing poetry, I don't think I was good at writing music. Here I go again, rambling on. Sorry about that, remembering that time actually put a smile on my face, something I haven't done since August 24, 2022. Are you able to do a video on Wasted Days and Wasted Nights, I forget the singers name, but that was another of my Dad's favorite songs, or maybe the song Love lift Us up where We Belong, that was my Wedding Song and I just realized My Anniversary is next week. All We have is here and Now, none of us are promised tomorrow let alone another second, I know that's a fact. If you don't read this comment before Oct. 25, my Anniversary, it's ok, I understand your busy and have many more request before me. Stay Safe. GOD Bless.
@@manofiske3318 I never saw that. She bought a beautiful home and wore fancy clothes on stage, but in videos Ive watched where they visited her home to hold the interview, she was dressed like an everyday person and had an humble, friendly manner. She didn't put on airs, and she never tried to change the way she talked. No, to me, despite her riches and fame, I think she remained humble and kind and real.
1000% and her family is the same way. I encourage everyone to visit her ranch at some point. It is not just about her but history. So amazing
@@manofiske3318 No she didnt... she was just as kind and humble as ever, so what if she liked to buy nice things, she was raised dirt poor, she deserved it as she worked her butt off.
Country music today is so far removed from the pure, true country music that I grew up listening to. Loretta Lynn was a legend, and I thank my parents for exposing me to her songs. From a rocker, and sometimes country girl, thank you Loretta. Well done Fil👍
Maybe calling Loretta a legend is a wee bit like saying a tsunami is a splash of water, ☘️🇬🇧☘️
@@robertsmyth4998 LOL True!!✌️
Absolutely, and it's so sad. ❤️
True country from someone who's lived it! ❤
There are some things to notice about the singing style. Loretta came from what was called "high lonesome sound". She uses her accent to make the music instead of simply singing chords. You have to use the accent as a means of tone, to make the music, instead of the music leading you. The high rise of certain parts of words is what she would have heard when she was young. They sang like that in church which was in the movie. That even goes back to the King James English which most Appalachianers grew up with. My grandmother spoke that way.
"The work we done was hard, at night we'd sleep cause we were "tar-ed". That is pure Appalachia. And she unapologetically sings it not only in tribute to her father and mother, but the entire Appalachian history and culture.
The true fact of history is that in deep Appalachia (Southeastern Kentucky, Western Virginia, East Tennessee) the people were so remote and cut off from the wider world, they maintained that accent and even used words from the time of King James. I remember my great-grandparents speaking like that and even my grandmother never said you, she always said ye. So to really understand Loretta as more than just a singer, it is the accent she is using effectively because this song qualifies as high lonesome. Understand the accent, then you will be pulled along in the story of the song.
There should be sleep in there, that I tried to edit.
I loved that she sang “I’d see her fangers bleed” people not from east Kentucky may think that she’s exaggerating the dialect but she isn’t.
I had an ex boyfriend whos was in west Virginia for awhile and this little old lady told him to go get a poke. He was like , whats a poke? Turns out it was a bag or maybe a plastic bag. I never heard that anywhere in my life.
I'd reckon that sangin' in one's vernacular is hard not to do, save those who were forced to.
Also, when you listen to any singer speak, you can hear how it is they achieve some of the things they do.
Tommy Shaw comes immediately to mind. He sounds very close to how he sings. His natural ability to hit those high tenor notes can be heard in his speaking voice.
Like everything else, there are exceptions to the rule, nonetheless.
@@corilia9529 My cousins called it poke sack. Yes, a whole other language...lol
Thanks for doing this tribute. It was so sad to hear of Loretta Lynn's passing. She was a country legend & singer song writer who's music has spanned 6 decades. She was also friends with the great late Patsy Cline. Her younger sister Crystal Gayle also is a great singer. She grew up dirt poor & stayed humble & true to her roots. The autobiographical movie "Coal Miner's Daughter" is worth looking at.
Also, Terry Gross's interview Fresh Air 2010.✌💜
Yeah Sissy Spacek did a great job with that.
Your videos are always such a pleasure to watch. I'm 65 years old and I never get tired of watching you. You're not vulgar you always smile nicely and you have such a pleasant way of talking. These things matter to a lot of people. Keep up the good work.
I couldn't agree more!, I'm just a bit younger than you, and it's good to keep learning something new everyday!~ cheers from Ohio
And SHE was a self taught musician.
If anyone has not watched Coal Miners
Daughter.... take the time and please watch.
R.I.P. 🙏 LORETTA.
PS: She wrote many of her song's.
The movie is FANTASTIC!
Sissy Spacek sounded and sang just like Loretta in the movie - she nailed it! Very good movie! That's a hard feat to pull off. Jessica Chastain is attempting Tammy for a TV mini series. Should be interesting to see how well she can sing "Tammy".
She wrote all of her songs. And she wrote songs for other country singers too.
The BEST of the songs she sang solo, she wrote herself! And she sang some great duets with Conway Twitty too!
No auto tune . She did one with Conway Twitty called “Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man” and it was one of my favorites.
yeh nancy pulled ot vinlys sat. have double mca duets have to look at liner notes maybe there best selling hit recall song on am radio as kids maybe hee haw not sure
I like that one too
Saw Loretta in concert in the dusty, very very blurry era of my youth. Dad had gotten tickets to this big country concert in of all places Newark, NJ. It was during the time of this huge hit when country music was on a bit of a rise in popularity. It crossed over into the pop charts, so it really was huge She was the headliner, of course. She came across as a very professional, personable and polished performer. I sadly only remember some of her performance, but was really, really impressed by the fact that the same backup band played for all the opening acts as well. Her younger sister sang backup. There were something like 5 opening acts. The only other performers I really remember were Charlie Pride (surprised that a black guy was in a country show, I was far too young and knew nothing evidently) and Little Jimmy Dickens who provided the comic relief. Wish I could remember more!
Cool! Thanks for sharing your experience with us !✌️
Carl, what a great memory for you - even if you don't remember all of it! But what I really want to know is ... was Teddy with you?
@@pamalaalford1081 Teddy's not nearly that old. LOL Few indeed are these days.🐻❄
@@carlswenson5538 I am right there with you!!
I got to see Loretta Lynn 4 times in concert
She was ons of the best! That voice got her from poverty to one biggest names in the Business. One unique & interesting thing is I was Born in Vancouver B.C and that she was Discovered in Vancouver B.C. At a old venue now long gone,that was called the Chicken shack down by the river. She was signed in 1960 with a Vancouver based record company called Zero records(founded in1959) whom helped her with her 1st #1 single I'm a Honky Tonk Girl. I have been to the location where the chicken shack was and now sits a plaque marker commemorating this moment in history. We sure Appreciate the amazing Tribute! Fil you truly are a classy fella.✌🏼 Cheers Bro!
@1Sean Bond. "Don't Come Home A Drinkin' With Lovin' On Your Mind" was Loretta's first #1 hit song in 1967. "I'm A Honky Tonk Girl" was a hit for her but it never made it to #1. Certainly it's the song that opened many doors for her in Nashville.
Especially feeling a loss here in Kentucky losing one of our own.A true treasure.
What a wonderful life she was able to live doing what she loved. Love Loretta and her remarkable life and music.
Your analysis and demo are a great tribute to Loretta. She was a trailblazer and a very talented singer and songwriter. Thank you
Thanks Fil for putting Loretta Lynn up during this time frame.
Loretta had so much spunk and zest for life. Being raised in such a loving family, I don't believe she saw herself as 'poor'. Although she was certainly aware of her parents dire financial situation.
Dolly Pardon has that same outlook.
I believe Lynn was more of a purist with her music. Unlike Dolly, Shania, etc...; Loretta never had a "pop" sound to the songs. She stayed strictly country.
Good analysis Fil. Have a wonderful, safe week ahead...🎵🎸🌹🙂
I believe Loretta and Dolly both knew they had what was most important, which was the unconditional love of parents. And, they were grateful for the love and sacrifices made for them. When you have a heart like that, you are truly rich.
I saw Loretta fill in at a motorcycle race for Motley Crue’s lead singer. She was a big motorcycle race promoter even having a race track on her ranch. She was really good. Didn’t sound like a country girl then. The crowd went nuts.
Also heard she meet Rod Stewart and told him she was a big fan of his. She impressed him with her knowledge of many of his songs. I believe she was a fan of all music. Also just a sweet person you had to like.
@@charleswinters7129 ~ I didn't say Loretta didn't like other genres of music. I was simply saying she kept HER music as pure country as she could. There's a difference...
Good stuff, Fil. I’m from the Southeastern USA. Great musical storytelling is just something I grew up with and almost take for granted. Loretta, Dolly, Chet Atkins…but not just country entertainers…Justin Timberlake, Tina Turner, Allman Brothers, Kings of Leon…people just play music and sing where I’m from…on their front porches, at church, in school, at dances…etc. But yeah…we can take it for granted. I haven’t listened to this song or Loretta in years. Thanks for taking me back to my childhood when my daddy would have her and Willie Nelson and Hank Williams playing on the radio.
What you have analyzed is a true real American spirit. She was incredibly talented. Rip, Loretta.
Thank you for this analysis, Fil. I had the good fortune to see Loretta in concert seven years ago in a small, intimate venue. She had a cold, and was not at the top of her game that night (she sat down for most of the concert), but her singing was great. At one point, she even took requests from the audience...a delightful, and heartwarming gesture. Of course, she ended the concert with "Coal Miner's Daughter" and she jumped out of her seat full of youthful energy. That song was her life. Loretta Lynn was one of a kind, and she will certainly be missed.
Being from Tennessee and knowing the music well, Loretta is what we call a storyteller! I love this woman and her music! Country music is simple to simple for some to even understand. 😁
Thank you Fil.. Loretta was a national treasure here America.. I can relate to this song.. I come from a long line of coal miners...😓😓😓
RIP Loretta, thank you Fil for honoring her.
I love this performance so much. I especially love how she plays with the cadence as compared to the album version. It's like she's putting some swing in it at places.
Thank you for this. I remember the coal oil lamps at my grandparents house. The house didn't have electricity or running water. Their house was one of the infamous "dog run" styles found mostly in Texas.
Hello Sally, how are you doing?
So glad you did this Fil. You gave her respect that she deserved. Thank You!
She was really something.. a true trailblazer for a female country singer. I remember friends and I being surprised when she wrote and sang You ain’t woman enough and Fist City.. in the mid-late 60s. She’ll be missed.. but her songs will live on! Thanks, as always, for the detail!
You're absolutely right, and it baffles me why writing isn't considered the MOST IMPRESSIVE ability. Singers are a dime a dozen, but a person who can both write and perform their own artistic vision is very special.
Great job Fil, a definite classic country icon. You'd be hard-pressed to find a performer of this caliber in the so-called modern country world of today.
yeah like Upchurch country rap 😂😂
You don't have to like country music to appreciate a talent like Loretta Lynn. nice tribute to a true country artist and entertainer. Rest in Peace and thanks for the great body of work you left behind Loretta Lynn.
"You have to be first, different, or great. If you're one of them, you may make it."
Loretta Lynn April 14, 1932 - October 4, 2022
Hi Drew, that just gave me the chills. 💚👏😊. And you're right, the closing photo is lovely.🌷 Take care, my friend. Ann
Ps & the btw, I think she was all three. 🌹
@@mydailybread7 Hello Ann thanks for stopping by, Fil gave a touching tribute to the late Loretta Lynn 😪You take care as well my friend.😊💙✌
@@mydailybread7 No doubt that she was... first, different, and great!
@@drewpall2598 👍
Thank you Fil for this analysis of Loretta Lynn. Your analysis highlights her strengths as a singer and the recording definitely highlights her talent as a country using songwriter. Rest In Peace, dear Loretta. 😢
Thank you Fil. Loretta was truly the Queen of Country. I also loved hearing you cord the guitar 🎸.
Only a Legendary Country artist could rhyme "Hard" with "Tired" like Loretta did here.... Quality ....I can literally taste Apple Pie listening to this... Does it get any more Country!!!.... Such an incredibly distinctive voice.... I love the ache in her tone and the way she drops right on the money. 💥.....
Rest In Peace Loretta. I grew up listening to her music. Now at 77 I mourn her passing.
Loretta had a very distinctive voice and presence. She was the soul of country for decades. Very few women have contributed as much to the genre over generations and mentored so much young talent. Maybe Mother Maybelle Carter.
Thanks for this analysis. I'm 62, as a child hearing my mother play, write down and then perform this song it brings back very heart felt memories. Loretta was by far my mother's favorite artist. Thanks
Thanks for covering Loretta Lynn-one of the capstones of classic country. She will be missed .🦋
I have always enjoyed what you call classic country, but I don't have much time for the music which is being written and performed at this point in time.
Thank you Fil for doing this lovely tribute to the legendary Loretta Lynn, The Queen of Country Music. It's so sad to hear of her passing, may she Rest in Peace! 😪
Fil, one thing I love about your channel is, when it comes to quality music, musicians, vocalists, etc., you cast a very wide net, as to styles, genres and eras, when seeking subjects of interest to analyze. And so, this approach is quite likely influencing and educating a much wider audience than many other UA-camrs' approach.
While Loretta's early years were during the great depression, she sings about the deep poverty of the Appalachian mountain people.
TY Fil. Such a wonderful tribute to that very talented sweet lady 💕✌🏼
What a lady! I remember watching her every Saturday back in the 1960’s when she would be on The Wilburn Brothers Show. I love hearing the Appalachian vernacular that I heard from older folks. Plus, I knew the words she sang were true. I remember my mom’s “warsh” board and I still go barefoot most of the time. Loretta sang peoples’ memories and that made her special.
She was a Mother at 16, a Grandmother at 32 and a Great-Grandmother at 48.
That was the culture. And she wrote a song that was banned called "The Pill". She had something to say, and that pissed people off.
She also wrote "Dear Uncle Sam" during the height of the Vietnam war. And during the run-up to the Iraq War, she re-released it.
I think that she did some statements in the last several years, and so people decided to cancel her.
I didn't follow that. She wrote 6 songs that were banned.
Hmm, Anti-War. You featured a video of Earl Scruggs singing with Joan Baez. That was part of a long movie that David Hoffmann did following Earl Scruggs since he didn't want to lose his sons to a stupid Rich Man's war. And during that film, they talked about the Redneck Woodstock. Over a million people gathered to play country music and try to stop the Vietnam War. I never heard about it until I saw the film.
I was on Twitter when I heard about Loretta Lynn passing, and sent out a message of condoléances. Cancel culture took over. Man, we are forked as a society if we can't look at someone's life work and base our perception on one comment.
Fil, merci beaucoup for your channel. You have built up a great community.
Peace.
Thanks!
Love David Hoffman.I am subscribed to his UA-cam channel.
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Loretta was the real deal through and through
Loretta was so fortunate to come from such a loving family ... hearing her sing about it, makes you feel like you are there with her. She pulls you right into her story. That's genius right there. Great video, Fil!
Thank you for doing this tribute to a true legend. She opened doors for future generations
Hello Joyce, how are you doing?
Since I first heard her sing and then seen her perform on TV I Alway believed She was the Quiescent Femal Country Singer.
She had All the right stuff, accent, Voice, Looks, Smile and ability to make a tune interesting.
Would have loved to hear her do a duet with Hank Sr. Imagine that.
Country Music: "three chords and the truth".
The beautiful thing about CM is that all (?) singers could sing. And because at that time (50th, 60th) almost zero electronic tricks were used in the recordings, this is even more noticeable today.
I grew up (as a German) with CM, thanks to AFN Radio and "Stickbuddy Jamboree" (later "sixteen-o-five to Nashville").
Later came The Beatles ...
Thank you Fil. I really appreciate the respectful way you treat the stars of yesteryear. I have learned so much from your analysis. Loretta Lynn was special.
I always loved this song, the character of it has always resonated with me. It is an unapologetically country-fried pass-the-biscuits twangfest, but there is real depth and humanity to it. This song came straight from the heart. I used it as a basis for one of my Wheel of Time song parodies, and I did so because I wanted to do the same thing, contrast the upbeat musicality of it with the emotional content of the story I was telling. It's really a special song, and it will outlive us all. RIP Loretta Lynn.
Undeniably, one of the best C&W female artists.
Love the respect you show for musicianship across the genres.
Nice of you to notice..old Nashville was never my thing but that quality could not be denied
Beautiful voice and video today. Thank you for tributing the great Loretta Lynn
Thank you Fil for another great analysis, and in this case a fitting tribute to Loretta. I really appreciate your care in being able to pick out the things she did so well. I always learn something from you and that increases my enjoyment of music. This was a wonderfully detailed analysis, that you delivered with appreciation and respect.
Great voice from the original coal miners daughter .🤘🏼
Thank you so much for this tribute. She truly was a lovely talented lady!
A magical song of life, love, and family from the person who lived it. RIP Loretta, my mom named my sister after you!
Loretta was a legend that inspired many female country artists 💖🙋♀️🇨🇱
God Bless her Eternal Soul
Thank you Fil. Great analysis. Loretta raised hundreds of thousand for the families of the Hyden coal mine disaster in Kentucky. She did over a hundred shows all over the country. Many artists volunteered because of their respect and admiration for Loretta. I recommend watching the movie "Coal Miners Daughter" starring Sissy Spacek and Tommy Lee Jones.
It's always as much fun to see you enjoying the performances as it is to hear your analysis. Love the reaction and the analysis! Peace!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart. ❤️
Thanks Fil. I am missing Loretta Lynn. Didn't know l'd miss her this much. But she left us with great music.
Fil, thank you so much for this timely analysis of Loretta. Her song writing was so on point for the times and classic. Shared!
Fil u always do a good job showing variety of talent singers from all all class od music.
She was an icon. The embodiment of country. She will be greatly missed.
If anyone hasn't seen the movie, starring Sissy SpaceX, I encourage you to watch it. It is beautifully done.
Sissy Spacek. One of my favorite actresses. the movie is spectacular. Have watched it 20 times.
She was a classic with real talent. Sad she passed, many don't make 90. Thanks for the analysis Fil🎶☀️🤠⛏
She was a treasure the music world, and I was sad to see news of her passing.
RIP, Loretta....and thank you, so much, for your wit, your smile and your music.
No problem!
Good afternoon everyone hope you are having a good day. Greetings from the USA.
I appreciate that you played the song all the way through. It was a pleasure watching that video. Then your wonderful commentary with the analysis. Thank you!
Loretta Lynn, this song, and this particular performance, are national treasures for the U.S.A. She was such a great storyteller, if anyone wants to know about life in Appalachia during the depression, just listen to this song. Love the phrasings: borned, warshboard, tared (tired) - very genuine. Great review.
I met the Lady back in Nashville's grand ole Opry. she was a very special lady. yes she will be missed. My wife and I watched the awards the night Sissie Spacek won the award for her performance in Cool Miners Daughter. Loretta walked up behind Sissie to give her her award.
Did sissy do her own singing in that movie?
@@corilia9529 My research come up that Sissy Spacek did indeed do her own singing in the film
Here is an interview with Sissy Spacek on "Coal Miner's Daughter" 1980 the video quality is poor, but the audio is good enjoy!
ua-cam.com/video/c9mZBMlQvuY/v-deo.html
Coal Miner's Daughter (film) From Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coal_Miner%27s_Daughter_(film)
Thank you for this. Loretta is the best singer we will ever see! RIP 🌹🌹🌹
She is part of the old guard in Country music. Fantastic career and life. Have you ever considered doing Wayne Newton? he was the King of Las Vegas for a long time. When young his voice was incredible
What a nice tribute to Loretta Lynn. I enjoyed this analysis including your guitar playing.
Ya gotta love Loretta, she was one of a kind. Thank you so much for this review. I enjoyed this. :)
I drove by Hurricane Mills in Tennessee just last week and was moved just to think this great country artist traveled these same roads. Loved all of her music. She literally had a refrigerator full of yellow legal pads in her song writing cabin. RIP
Thanks Fil, Her daughter said she was ready & passed the next day. She was an absolute Icon. No words for her success & Life. I watch this Movie at least once a year. Sissy & Beverly were Wonderful. Fly High Loretta Lynn 🍁❤🍁❤🍁
Loretta Lynn was the Queen of country and western. There will never ba another like her
Lovely picture of Loretta Lynne at the end of your video. Thanks Fil.
What a wonderful fitting tribute to Loretta Lynn. She was an amazing singer songwriter. She has a really nice restaurant too in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. She loved to cook and bake and teaching her twins, Peggy and Patsy born exactly 4 years after me and my twin, August 6, 1964. Peggy named after her sister and Patsy after Patsy Cline.
Thanks for the lovely tribute to a true legend. There will never be another like her. And as far as the happy sounding music accompanying sad lyrics in country music, I think that is at least partly because of the fact that country music is dance driven. Musicians want to fill the dance floor, which is hard to do with minor key dirges. The stories told by country can be quite downbeat and traumatic. Coupling that with equally downbeat music would be very hard to take.
Thank you Fil for another great analysis! I wasn't much into country music growing up but my parents was a big fan of it but I did like Loretta Lynn and I loved her voice and because my grandfather was a coal miner so The Coal Miner Daughter meant a lot to me. My parents surprised me one day with her album The Coal Miner Daughter. It was awesome and I still have that album. Fill You're the Best!! 😊🤘
Thank you Fil! Big fan of Loretta, old country music and a big fan of your channel!! ❤️
You’re pretty special to hi light Loretta Lynn Fil. She has been a favorite of mine for over 50 yrs. I cried a little when I heard of her passing. Again thank you for your time and educational moments you give our great history of music.
Thank you RIP Loretta
Loretta was a thoroughly delightful woman. You don't see that in the music industry today. You did a wonderful analysis.
Absolutely Wow! Amazing voice and beauty. Makes you have chills up your spine! R.I.P. Loretta
Thank you for the tribute. Really means a lot.
It's always a pleasant surprise to know that there are Brits who appreciate and/or even love country music. I live in Scotland now, and I'm always thrilled to find so many country music lovers up here! We lost a legend last week when Loretta went home to heaven. Thanks for another great and informative video, bro.
So glad I found this video. Her voice is so beautiful. She also had a real gift for singing hymns. She has a recording of the hymn “How Great Thou Art.” It’s gorgeous, so beautiful with the vibrato and the sweet voice. I just love it.
In 50 years her music will be as popular as it is today!
Listening to many past folk/country/Appalachian musicians, they are story tellers with ability to sing the emotion of the story.
GOD🙏BLESS YOU, LORRETA!
It doesn't get more pure than Loretta Lynn..I'm 52 and my dad absolutely loved the 50's,60's and 70's country.I have to thank him for showing me so much music that without him I would of missed out on.Very sad to hear of Loretta's passing but what a life she lived.Her and Patsy are back together.
So sorry to hear that Loretta has passed. Even though I wasn't a big fan, I was aware that she had great talent and knew how huge she was in Country music. I learned of her life when I saw the movie "Coal Miner's Daughter", which Sissy Spacek did such a great job on (Sissy did the actual singing in the film) . Once again, I'm sorry she's gone, RIP Loretta .
Sissy lived and toured with Loretta for over a year and picked up every mannerism and speaking and singing style. If you want a great example check this one out from the film. ua-cam.com/video/BTCme2UIr6w/v-deo.html
appreciate your review of Loretta! She was amazing...so glad I was raised on a lot of her music. My daddy was a country music dj and was the lead singer and guitar player in a country band. He lived and breathed country music and passed all of the classics on to me
I think what made her was her modesty for me. Even you smiled at it at the end of her song. She never forgot who she was. I admire that. Rip miss Lynn
I love watching your face in the reactions . Thank you for the breakdowns, now I'll listen for those keys in other songs, hadn't listened for them but will now you've pointed them out.
Country music is always welcome. Great genre of music.
God bless you sir. no one can top Loretta
My wife went to see her in concert in San Antonio and the electricity went out. They circled the stage with some pick ups and shined the lights on her and she performed the whole concert unplugged and without a mic Magical!!
I like that you like Loretta Lynn. You are so entertaining and knowledgable. I like your take on all artists.
Fil, thank you for doing this video of Loretta. Very respectfully done.