About the song
“The Sweetest Gift” is a beautiful and moving song about the power of love and forgiveness. It was written by J.D. and J.B. Coats and was first released in 1975 by Dolly Parton. The song quickly became a hit, reaching number one on the country charts and number 14 on the pop charts. It has been covered by many artists over the years, but the most famous version is the 1976 duet by Parton, Linda Ronstadt, and Emmylou Harris.
This version of the song was released on the album Trio, which was a critical and commercial success. It won the Grammy Award for Best Country Album in 1977 and has been certified triple platinum by the RIAA. The song was also a major hit, reaching number one on the country charts and number 14 on the pop charts.
“The Sweetest Gift” is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by millions of people around the world. It is a song about the power of love to overcome even the most difficult challenges. The lyrics are simple but powerful, and the melody is unforgettable. The song is sure to touch the hearts of anyone who listens to it.
Here are some additional details about the song:
The song was written as a tribute to the mothers of the three singers.
The song has been featured in several films and television shows, including Thelma and Louise and Desperate Housewives.
The song was covered by Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood in 1999. Their version reached number one on the country charts.
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Lyrics
Written by J.B. Coats
© 1942 Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg. Co.
© renewed 1970 by Stamps-Baxter Music & Ptg. Co.
© 1977 Stamps-Baxter Music of the Zondervan Corporation
One day a mother went to a prison
To see an erring but precious son
She told the warden how much she loved him
It did not matter what he had done
She did not bring to him a parole or pardon
She brought no silver, no pomp or style
It was a halo bright sent down from heaven’s light
The sweetest gift, a mother’s smile
She left a smile you can remember
She’s gone to heaven from heartaches free
Those walls around you could never change her
You were her baby and e’er will be
She did not bring to him a parole or pardon
She brought no silver, no pomp or style
It was a halo bright sent down from heaven’s light
The sweetest gift, a mother’s smile
She did not bring to him a parole or pardon
She brought no silver, no pomp or style
It was a halo bright sent down from heaven’s light
The sweetest gift, a mother’s smile
The sweetest gift, a mother’s smile