Love at the Five and Dime
Kathy Mattea
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
Rita was sixteen years, hazel eyes and chestnut hair She really made the Woolworth counter shine Eddie was a sweet romancer, and a darn good dancer They'd waltz the aisles of the five and dime Eddie played the steel guitar, and his mama cried cuz he played in the bars And kept young Rita out late at night So they married up in Abilene, lost a child in Tennessee Still that love survived, 'cause they'd sing Dance a little closer to me, dance a little closer now Dance a little closer tonight Dance a little closer to me, 'cause it's closing time And love's on sale tonight at this five and dime One of the boys in Eddie's band took a shine to Rita's hands So Eddie ran off with the bass man's wife Oh but he was back by June, singin' a different tune And sportin' miss Rita back by is side. And he sang... Dance a little closer to me, dance a little closer now Dance a little closer tonight Dance a little closer to me, 'cause it's closing time And love's on sale tonight at this five and dime Eddie traveled with the barroom bands till arthritis took his hands Now he sells insurance on the side Rita's got a house to keep, dimestore novels and a love so sweet They dance to the radio late at night. And they sing: Dance a little closer to me, dance a little closer now Dance a little closer tonight Dance a little closer to me, hey it's closing time And love's on sale tonight at this five and dime Rita was sixteen years, hazel eyes and chestnut hair She really made the Woolworth counter shine Eddie was a sweet romancer, and a darn good dancer And they'd waltz the aisles of the five and dime...
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
10 facts about this song
Artist and Song Origin"Love at the Five and Dime" is a song written by Nanci Griffith.
- It was a hit for country artist Kathy Mattea in 1986, who is well known for her distinctive, folk-infused country sound.
|
Chart Rankings and Awards"Love at the Five and Dime" was Mattea's first top-five hit, reaching #3 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
- It earned Kathy Mattea her first Grammy nomination for Best Female Country Vocal Performance in 1987.
|
Song InterpretationThe lyrics of "Love at the Five and Dime" tell of a couple's love story, from their initial meeting at a Woolworth store to their many years of wedded bliss.
|
Cover Versions and PerformancesThe song has been covered by several artists, including Dolly Parton, who included it in her 1986 television variety show, "Dolly".
- Griffith herself has performed the song during live performances and it remains one of her most loved compositions.
|
Recording and Writing ProcessNanci Griffith wrote "Love at the Five and Dime" as a homage to the Woolworth store she used to visit when she was a child.
|
Music VideoThe music video for Kathy Mattea's version of "Love at the Five and Dime" features a narrative that follows the song's storyline.
|
Influence and LegacyIt is regarded as one of the songs that helped in shaping the 1980s new-traditionalist country movement.
- The song continues to be a fan favorite and is often requested at Kathy Mattea's concerts.
|
Personal AssociationThe song holds a special place for Kathy Mattea. During a 1985 concert in Griffith's hometown, Mattea pants were ripped during the performance of the song. Since then, it has become a part of her performance.
|
Song CompositionThe original version of "Love at the Five and Dime" by Nanci Griffith is longer than Kathy Mattea's popular version. It contains a spoken word interlude about meeting her own love at the five and dime, which Mattea's version cuts.
|
Album Inclusion"Love at the Five and Dime" was included in Kathy Mattea's album "Walk The Way The Wind Blows", which was met with critical acclaim and commercial success.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Love at the Five and Dime Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 8 May 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/2724359/Kathy+Mattea/Love+at+the+Five+and+Dime>.
Discuss the Love at the Five and Dime Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In