Parton, Dolly - Red Shoes Lyrics






I remember as a child
I was absolutely wild
'Bout some red shoes that my aunt Lucy wore
She would let me stomp around
In those high heels up and down
Round the house and round the wrap around porch

And from that moment on
I've had a pair of my own
They make me feel at home and brand new
They build my confidence
As if they've been heaven sent
I feel alone, I'm puttin' on my red shoes

I begged mama, "Pretty please,
From the wishbook order me,
A pair of red shoes for my feet", so mama did
Through the years I've thought about
Aunt Lucy's love and think of how
Such little things in life can make or break a kid

I believe that every child
Needs to feel a sense of pride
And someone to love and guide and see them through
So many miles I've traveled
Many times they've come unraveled
On the road both smooth or gravel
But I've made it through, ooh

Hell and half of Georgia
Or walkin' through New Orleans
Walked the streets of Memphis boldly
Strolled around a block or two
And if God sees fit to hold me
Anyone that's ever known me
Knows I'd walk the gold streets only
In a pair of red shoes

And if I ever get to heaven
If I ever get to heaven
If I ever get to heaven
And Lord I hope I do
I will walk the streets of glory
I will walk the streets of glory
I will tell my Lucy story
And walk with her in red shoes





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  1. N.... ....

    This is probably one of my favorite Dolly songs. 3 3 My absolute favorite color is red BUT there is one thing in red that I do not own..... SHOES!

  2. R.... L....

    First you came with this sob ass story about a coat of many colors because you were TLC broke and facing the prospect of hypothermia. Fine!
    Now you spill some tea about buying red shoes around the same time like there was no tomorrow, going as far as pre-ordering a pair for afterlife. It doesn't add up sis, get your story straight.

  3. J.... R....

    Love that son, Dolly! Kisses and hugs from a spanish fan.

  4. C.... S....

    My Dolly will make it to heaven

  5. C.... S....

    I love my Dolly

  6. D.... W....

    A few months back I tried reaching out to you and I understand that I'm no one for a busy woman as yourself but if by chance you do read this my name is Dwight w I'm from Louisiana I live in Baton Rouge I as you love to sing not saying I'm am good but it was a dream and now it's to late for me but I want you to know I've love you and your music all my life and would like to to say thank you for all that you've done I don't know you personally I wish I did but I don't but what I do know of you you are one of the most amazing and beautiful woman I have ever seen again thanks for being you !!! With much love and hugs your unknown friend Dwight !!

  7. R.... ....

    Makes me cry 😭

  8. B.... C....

    Dolly's voice ages like a fine wine!

  9. M.... H....

    Sch a great song.

  10. H.... g....

    DOLLY PARTON ON THE ORVILLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! O.M.G. I LOVE IT!!!!

  11. A.... B....

    I love u so much DOLLY !You r one of the only people who can make me happy on bad days .I got a notification while I was at school that dumpling was on Netflix so I faked I was sick so I could see it for the 12th time.I come to school singing ur songs and my friends say I’m weird and I say it’s hard to be a diamond in a rinstone world!!

  12. M.... P....

    The most important song of her songbook, yet. Jesus Lord was flowing thru her pen st that moment. omg!!!

    M.... P....

    this makes me shake and cry each time. sweet lord hold my heart.

  13. O.... ....

    I love this song and...I love Dolly Parton!

  14. K.... R....

    I LOVE Dolly Parton. 🐃😍

  15. R.... ....

    🌹🌹🌹👍👍👍

  16. G.... !....

    She wrote that thang! Go Dolly! Fan for life! God bless

  17. s.... m....

    I just love her she’s a great person and she’s so beautiful 😍

  18. a.... ....

    this is such a great song . 💕😩

  19. P.... G....

    Absolutely tremendous!

  20. A.... H....

    Danke....Merci....Thanks for this Music

  21. C.... D....

    Absolutely beautiful ❤️

  22. T.... R....

    She sang this on the Grammy's and had on Red High Heel Shoes

  23. m.... m....

    here from the grammys

  24. J.... G....

    I absolutely adore this song Dolly ♥️

  25. y.... ....

    Absolutely beautiful.

  26. P.... ....

    Beautiful <3

  27. K.... R....

    Idk why but when she sings the chorus the first time the waterworks kick in.

  28. N.... A....

    Amazing song, amazing singer, amazing SOUL.. This is the first time that ive heard this song.. And it really touch my heart.. Its not only about a pair of shoes, to me, it means that we have to teach our young people, to feel that no matter what, they have something to hold on to, something to be proud about. It make me cry. On the spot, I remember my mom, and i some wird way, she did teach me that.. I can only hope to be a half of good as she whas.. This women poor her heart in this song, and i really feel that.. I Love this woman..💐💐💐💐. And I send a kiss to the wind, hoping that it can reach my mom in heaven..

  29. T.... H....

    I love Dolly Parton and this song tears my heart out because my big sister let me walk around in her red shoes. I miss you, Darlene. 👠💔

  30. G.... G....

    "I will tell my Lucy story and walk with her in red shoes" I'm crying

  31. S.... H....

    I love this song! I have a thing for red shoes too and this song touches upon those memories!❤️❤️❤️

  32. F.... S....

    I wasn't in to country but I cry listening to her in the Grammy and I am buying myself a red shoe cz I am worth it

  33. C.... P....

    Dolly is timeless.

  34. E.... M....

    I'll admit... I'm a Dolly superfan but hadn't given the Dumplin' soundtrack a real listen. Saw this performance on the Grammy's and had to find it. One of her best songs, short and concise but it gets you there and breaks your heart all in under 3 minutes. That's Dolly's power.

  35. B.... H....

    Dolly gets better and better

  36. G.... A....

    Anyone knows if this is actually a story of Dolly's? I love it!

    G.... A....

    Not really sure but she's an amazing story teller with her songs.

  37. B.... P....

    ❤❤❤❤So Good

  38. C.... C....

    What a great song and artist. Dolly is genuine.

  39. D.... ....

    The Grammy performance was phenomenal <3

  40. J.... L....

    She was great on the Grammy's last night. She keeps getting better & better. I love this song!

  41. d.... s....

    So I cried when she is performing this track at the Grammy,, love you dolly, hope to meet you one day

  42. h.... m....

    Her voice always makes me cry idk why😢😢..

    h.... m....

    me too... it's amazing

    h.... m....

    Same it's perfect

  43. B.... K....

    Heard this for first time last night on The Grammys. Great job Dolly!

  44. b.... h....

    Her voice is a one of a kind gift sent from Heaven.!! Love Dolly

  45. S.... M....

    She is a wonder. She has so many songs that speaks to so many on a personal level. I have always loved Dolly.
    She truly is a a wonderful person who feels so much and gives back to so many. If you dont know about her, do some research and see how much she gives and how hard she works to help others.

  46. U.... w....

    Who came here after watching this performance on the Grammy's

    U.... w....

    I cried when she sang this at the Grammys...

    U.... w....

    I certainly did! Tear jerking. Loved her since a child. My mom introduced me in early 70's. No lie...my mom is here twin!!!

    U.... w....

    Me ,I wonder how much truth there is to this and her growing up in East tn. Thank God she never forgets her heritage. Love love her

    U.... w....

    It's powerful performance!

  47. M.... ....

    I thought she was going to do the holy shout on stage at the Grammys. I Love it!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️🎤👠👠🎶🎶🎸⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👠👠👑🌈

  48. H.... S....

    This song is so beautiful it gives me chills. Dolly still has it ❤️

  49. R.... C....

    I heard this the first time tonight on the Grammy's. It got me in the gut.

  50. L.... T....

    My daughter at age 3 could run in her red high heel shoes, no one could take them off her! ❤️🥰👠👠

  51. W.... B....

    Love this song! In memory of my mom who passed on to glory. ♥️🙏

  52. A.... S....

    That Voice!! I love her.

    A.... S....

    Played it 3 times since hearing it just now!

  53. M.... S....

    Just heard her sing this on the Grammys... love love love it💜❤❤❤💖💖💖

    M.... S....

    I came because of that performance too! :') <3

    M.... S....

    Just beautiful! I was crying at how beautifully Dolly sung!

    M.... S....

    this song made me cry

    M.... S....

    @Valerie Umali me too😢

    M.... S....

    I'm also here because of Grammys

  54. L.... D....

    Here from Grammys

  55. K.... C....

    Great song!!!

  56. J.... S....

    This is one of Dolly’s best songs in the the last decade or so. But.. country radio will refuse to play it. Why? Ageism! And btw she made more money touring in 2017 than any other female country artist.

    J.... S....

    Jeffery Smith they actually don't really play movie soundtracks on the radio. I was surprised when I heard "shallows" on the radio, and I'm guessing it's because of queen Lady Gaga (not saying Dolly isn't a queen, because she is. I would love to hear this too. We just got a bump in the right direction with Kacey)

  57. L.... A....

    The movie Dumplin is so beautiful, and your songs are amazing Dolly Parton.
    Greatness is Timeless !!

  58. M.... P....

    I remember as a child
    I was absolutely wild
    'Bout some red shoes that my aunt Lucy wore
    She would let me stomp around
    In those high heels up and down
    Round the house and round the wrap around porch

    And from that moment on
    I've had a pair of my own
    They make me feel at home and brand new
    They build my confidence
    As if they've been heaven sent
    I feel alone, I'm puttin' on my red shoes

    I begged mama, "Pretty please,
    From the wishbook order me,
    A pair of red shoes for my feet", so mama did
    Through the years I've thought about
    Aunt Lucy's love and think of how
    Such little things in life can make or break a kid

    I believe that every child
    Needs to feel a sense of pride
    And someone to love and guide and see them through
    So many miles I've traveled
    Many times they've come unraveled
    On the road both smooth or gravel
    But I've made it through, ooh

    Hell and half of Georgia
    Or walkin' through New Orleans
    Walked the streets of Memphis bowlin'
    Stroll around a block or two
    And if God sees fit to hold me
    Anyone that's ever known me
    Know I'd walk the ghost streets only
    In a pair of red shoes

    And if I ever get to heaven
    If I ever get to heaven
    If I ever get to heaven
    And Lord I hope I do
    I will walk the streets of glory
    I will walk the streets of glory
    I will tell my Lucy story
    And walk with her in red shoes

    M.... P....

    Mexican Primadonna thank you

    M.... P....

    Beautiful.

    M.... P....

    An amazing lyric. Powerful.

  59. t.... v....

    She doesn't slow down. She just gets better and better and better.

  60. f.... ....

    This is my favorite from the “Dumplin’” soundtrack and that is saying a lot because ALL of the songs are amazing! There’s just something about this one that absolutely throws me every time I hear it. What brilliance and passion!

  61. m.... r....

    beautiful 🎶 💖

  62. k.... M....

    so unique

  63. M.... A....

    I just heard this song from her interview with the MPR. 12/9/2018 at 8:55am. U r amazing Dolly.

  64. L.... N....

    Amazing

  65. T.... W....

    Oh wow!! Such a moving song! This song definitely need the attention it deserves. Absolutely beautiful

    T.... W....

    Timothy W. Wilson you are cute

    T.... W....

    @gabriel Joshua well thank you very much! God bless!

    T.... W....

    You are welcome.....

  66. K.... A....

    Dolly we want you in Ghana

  67. P.... ....

    Best song on the entire album.
    LOVE!!!
    I become a blubbering fool every time I hear it...

    P.... ....

    yes indeed

  68. k.... l....

    .....this has to be one of her best songs ever I adore her and this song ! They are pushing the wrong song for Oscar consideration by not putting this one out front and center !!!!

    k.... l....

    I HAVE ALWAYS LOVED DOLLY, SHE'S A LEGEND, AN ICON AND SHE'S JUST KEEPS GETTING BETTER & BETTER AS SHE AGES SHE'S A BEAUTIFUL WOMAN AND A BEAUTIFUL SOUL, AMEN 😇 ☝️🙌 🙏

    k.... l....

    I LOVE ❤️DOLLY PARDON & I LOVED HER PERFORMANCES ON THE GRAMMY'S TONIGHT ALSO 💕🎤🎶🎵❤️

  69. J.... ....

    *#DollyCanDoNoWrong*

  70. m.... ....

    This LEGEND NEVER STOP AMAZING THE WORLD!

  71. L.... S....

    Ah c’est magnifique ! J’aime

  72. J.... L....

    Is this in the Uk album charts..?

  73. T.... 7....

    So Beautiful! This reminds me of the song... Christmas Shoes. Another Beautiful Story about a pair of shoes! Thank you for sharing! 💖

  74. a.... 1....

    One comment just enough man I love songs that paint pictures it just great

  75. a.... 1....

    This is amazing as always

  76. i.... O....

    Dolly is always unique. I can not get enough of this. Awesomely good 😍😍😍

  77. w.... s....

    Dolly tells all our life stories with her brilliant songwriting! She's simply amazing, full-stop! Can't wait to get the soundtrack!

  78. J.... U....

    Amazing

  79. L.... V....

    Dolly, your music and voice will echoes for all times!! Big hug , your fans from Brazil love u
    <3

  80. d.... s....

    Amazing as always.

  81. A.... L....

    So amazing! 😍😍

  82. N.... B....

    Queen as always

  83. B.... M....

    Dolly I love you so much I wanna give you a hug

  84. C.... R....

    Wow very good I'ma tweet her about how good this is lol

  85. T.... A....

    Hope this gets the attention it deserves.

    T.... A....

    Woman is a prodigy

    T.... A....

    She just performed this at the grammys tonight, it's why I'm here, I heard it once and had to look online to hear it again. Beautiful song! C:

    T.... A....

    Trust me, it will!