Coal Miner’s Daughter, by Loretta Lynn.
I’m sure I had heard Loretta Lynn a little before I saw the movie, but the movie made me a fan for life, as a movie will do. This song was the centerpiece of the story, and even if I enjoy a raucous “Don’t Come Home A-Drinkin’” just as much, this one makes me feel things, so it got the nod.
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But I sang it like Johnny Cash? Does he cover this? I feel like I’ve heard him sing it. Kept it basic tonight, because not every day can be Purple Rain, y’know?
Also, did I remember there was a key change in this number? I mean, sure. Did I remember there were two?? Not so much.