Daddy's Hands
Holly Dunn
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I remember daddy's hands folded silently in prayer And reachin' out to hold me, when I had a nightmare You could read quite a story in the callous' and lines Years of work and worry had left their mark behind I remember daddy's hands how they held my mama tight And patted my back for something done right There are things that I'd forgotten that I loved about the man But I'll always remember the love in daddy's hands Daddy's hands were soft and kind when I was cryin' Daddy's hands were hard as steel when I'd done wrong Daddy's hands weren't always gentle but I've come to understand There was always love in daddy's hands I remember daddy's hands workin' 'til they bled Sacrificed unselfishly just to keep us all fed If I could do things over, I'd live my life again And never take for granted the love in daddy's hands Daddy's hands were soft and kind when I was cryin' Daddy's hands were hard as steel when I'd done wrong Daddy's hands weren't always gentle but I've come to understand There was always love in daddy's hands Daddy's hands were soft and kind when I was cryin' Daddy's hands were hard as steel when I'd done wrong Daddy's hands weren't always gentle but I've come to understand There was always love in daddy's hands
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Written by: HOLLY SUZETTE DUNN
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12 facts about this song
Song Attribute"Daddy's Hands" is a country song and was Holly Dunn's second single.
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Career ImpactThis song brought significant acclaim to Holly Dunn, it reached number seven on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in 1986.
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SongwriterHolly Dunn herself wrote the touching lyrics of "Daddy's Hands" that focus on her relationship with her father.
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Grammy NominationThis song earned Holly Dunn a nomination for Grammy Award for "Best Female Country Vocal Performance" in 1987.
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Album Release"Daddy's Hands" was included in her self-titled debut album, "Holly Dunn" which was released in 1986.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Daddy’s Hands" features Dunn at an old house with flashbacks of a man presumably playing her father.
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LongevityEven after decades of its release, "Daddy's Hands" remains a symbolic song and is often played on Father's Day and at funerals.
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Personal InspirationHolly Dunn often commented that the song was a tribute to her own father.
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GenreKnown for her classic country style, Holly Dunn beautifully mixed elements of folk messages into "Daddy’s Hands".
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RecognitionIn 2018, Rolling Stone ranked "Daddy's Hands" in their list of '100 Greatest Country Songs of All Time.'
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by multiple artists over the years, showcasing its enduring popularity.
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LegacyUpon her death in 2006, Holly Dunn was remembered by many for her heartfelt song "Daddy's Hands", which continues to touch new generations.
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