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About the Song
“Chiseled In Stone” is a profound country ballad by the legendary Vern Gosdin, often referred to as “The Voice” of country music. Released in 1988, the song quickly climbed its way up the charts, securing Gosdin’s place in the annals of country music history.
But it’s more than just a song. It’s a heartfelt narrative of life’s painful realities, woven together with Gosdin’s soulful voice and the comforting rhythms of country music. “Chiseled In Stone” is a poignant reminder of the fragility and fleeting nature of life. As you listen, you’ll find yourself drawn into the story, resonating with the mourning of a man who realizes how much he took his loved one for granted only after her sudden departure.
Vern Gosdin, with his deep, emotion-laden voice, has the uncanny ability to take you on a journey through the highs and lows of human experiences. “Chiseled In Stone” is a testament to his talent – a song that speaks directly to the heart, making you feel as if you’re not just a listener, but a part of the story itself.
Whether you’re a lifelong country music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, “Chiseled In Stone” is a must-listen. It’s more than a song; it’s an experience – one that leaves a lasting impression, much like a carving chiseled in stone.
So, prepare to immerse yourself in this timeless classic. Listen with an open heart, and let Vern Gosdin’s “Chiseled In Stone” touch your soul. After all, great music, much like great stories, is all about connection and feeling understood. And this song does just that, with a human touch that resonates just as strongly today as it did over three decades ago.
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Lyrics
You ran cryin’ to the bedroom
I ran off to the bar
Another piece of heaven gone to hell
The words we spoke in anger
Just tore my world apart
And I sat there feeling sorry for myself
Then that old man sat down beside me
And looked me in the eye
And said “Son, I know what you’re going through
You ought to get down on your knees
And thank your lucky stars that you got someone to go home to”
You don’t know about lonely
Or how long nights can be
Till you lived through the story
That’s still livin’ in me
And you don’t know about sadness
Till you faced life alone
You don’t know about lonely
Till it’s chiseled in stone
So I brought these pretty flowers
Hoping you would understand
Sometimes a man is such a fool
Those golden words of wisdom
From the heart of that old man
Showed me I ain’t nothing without you
You don’t know about lonely
Or how long nights can be
Till you lived through the story
That old man just told me
And you don’t know about sadness
Till you faced life alone
You don’t know about lonely
Till it’s chiseled in stone
You don’t know about lonely
Till it’s chiseled in stone