Dolly Parton is one of the all-time great country artists, and every song she writes and performs is filled with such heart and tenderness. It is hard to not feel joyful when you hear Dolly sing and play her guitar.
This time, she guides us through a story about the importance of things in life besides money. In her song ‘Silver and Gold,’ Dolly shows us that although money has a role in life, it is not the most important of all.
One of the great things about a Dolly Parton song is that she will often tell a story through her lyrics, gently following along with her acoustic guitar. She tells us of a poor man in ‘Silver and Gold.’
Although he does not have much, he knows that he is truly wealthy because he has the important things in life – love, family, and the knowledge that you are living your life the right way.
Although silver and gold can come and go, some of those other things like friends and family are everlasting. These important aspects will enrich your life all of your days on the earth.
It is an important message and one that is sung with such sincerity and beauty. Dolly Parton has long been a popular country music artist, and songs like these show that she will continue to be beloved for many years to come.
She continues to make great music after several decades in the music industry, and her story in ‘Silver and Gold’ can serve as an important lesson to all her fans and listeners around the world.
