Dolly Parton - Hard Candy Christmas (Official Audio)

[@MALTESEFALCON1]

I lost my home of 22 years to a fire last week. I'm in a hotel listening to this over and over. Fighting with my emotions and faith in God. I've had too many times of hardship to give up. If you read this say a prayer for an old veteran who loves America and its people. My name is Franco.

[@joypolly8291]

prayers sent Franco. Thank you for your service and bless you. Bless you for never giving up. Bless you for being resilient. Bless you....

[@dianeroth2857]

Praying for you, friend. God finds a way. ❤

[@job2358]

My love to you xx

[@sunrisesunset7031]

I sure will my friend ❤. I’m not a veteran but I love to help everyone. I pray that your path grows sweeter for you everyday and that God comforts you through any healing process. I too have had great lessons on my path. I listen to this song almost daily. Dolly has such a comforting voice. I love this song and how it lifts my spirits so fast. ❤sending Love and Light your way my friend❤️

[@joelsheptock9793]

Its going to be okay Mr. Franco. Thank you for the love because I too am an American. Thanks for your service. Blessings and peace.

[@Keith_Sweat870]

I am a 38 year old black man!!! I just wanna say I love this song….you did your thing dolly!!!

[@joymcwilliams4168]

I know she got the voice that you love ❤️..

[@emhezmfe]

You're right-- I mean, who doesn't love Dolly? What a wonderful human being.

[@mrsouzzo]

One of my favorites ❤

[@LanceM-11314]

Middle aged straight white guy here... loving this song. Missing someone myself. Trying to get through the holidays and be in the spirit, but it's not so easy. Maybe next year will be better.

[@Jesuslovesme32-m6l]

You're awesome God bless you in this life. Merry Christmas friend 🙏❤️

[@Ljr4380]

I lost my dear mother to a horrid cancer battle 1 month ago. She always played this song on Christmas and now I finally fully understand this masterpiece of a song.....Rest in peace mom

[@darlenem5237]

I'm glad I saw your comment today... I just lost my mom last month and this is my first Christmas without her... your comment makes me feel like I found someone that understands what I'm going through and that makes me feel less alone so thank you! I hope you are doing well.

[@Ljr4380]

@darlenem5237 Yeah it kinda seems like you are on an isolated island of pain. Most of my fam was really shitty about the situation and I can never really forgive them for their actions.Anyways I hope you heal from it and have someone who cares for you.Try your best to enjoy the holidays and happy new year

[@LadyBama]

My Dad is 92 years old, and this will be his last Christmas with me. I’ve already lost my Mom and brother,and he is tired. Luckily, he finally realized that I have a wonderful husband, who helping me take care of him. Merry Christmas everyone!!!

[@aobfgzdgazlk-kj5ot]

bless you

[@doorkicker8507]

😞

[@michaeldean3482]

I'm sorry to hear that I lost both my parents 15 years ago 😢

[@STAR-bp8zk]

Hugs to you and your family 'nem

[@WalkerOne]

Bless you and your family.

[@annettemcloughlin4823]

I'm only hearing this song for first time at 66yrs. Can't understand how I never heard it before. Absolutely beautiful, brings up lots of emotions😊

[@regmcmahon8680]

GOD BLESS YOU FRANCO! PLEASE ALŴAYS KEEP GOD NUMBER ONE AND WATCH FOR NEW THINGS HE WILL BRING YOU!!❤

[@fatimapacheco6949]

I heard this song playing today at a retail store and liked the “im barely getting through”. I didn’t expect to come to the comments and start bawling… I wish all of our sadness can eventually turn to happiness

[@royjrrippy15]

Amen 🙏

[@phunter5884]

I second that Amen 🙏🏻

[@shuppy100]

Walmart on dec 24

[@sadiewilson8846]

I am battling STAGE THREE SARCOMA right now and I am going through radiation treatments. I have lost my hair. This song speaks right to my soul.

[@TinaSmithnola]

Praying for you 🙏🏻

[@jessicadaniel6345]

🙏🏽❤️

[@MyaMadeIt]

You got THIS!!! Keep swinging!!

[@jaymarks8904]

my prayers are sent hope you recive this @sadiewilson8846

[@troydaigle7902]

GOD BLESS

[@jemsmom04]

Man I miss the 80’s. This takes me back to mom and dad putting records on the turn table and dancing around in the living room. Hard to believe they’ve been gone for so long. 😞

[@32munchkin]

That’s my memory of my parents too. Mama has been gone for 31 years (she passed 12 days before Christmas 1993) and Daddy joined her 4 years ago. I hope they got that turntable spinning and they are dancing all over the clouds.

[@marshaholloway8994]

Yes!!! Alot Happier times back then for some reason ❤

[@marimullan4012]

How can you not get inspired by the angel who sings this beautiful song? Ms. Dolly, thank you for inspiring generations of us with your beautiful music, humanity, and faith.

[@maryschroeder9420]

❤

[@brianfitzsimmons7740]

Quite possibly the saddest and most beautiful Christmas song ever. Bittersweet. Hearing it as a kid meant nothing. Hearing it as an adult at Christmas time after losing both parents and other family members….pretty rough. Tear up every time. Still….a beautiful song. ❤️

[@phyllispender783]

Same Here

[@richlitton7862]

Yep

[@andreafox193]

Losing my sister now. Stage 4 lung cancer Trying to get her home for Christmas. This loving thing is hard Christmas candy. Thank goodness for Dolly

[@brianfitzsimmons7740]

@@andreafox193 I’m so sorry to hear. I wish you all the best to get her home. Godspeed.

[@brunetteone4082]

@@andreafox193 your entire family are in my every prayer!

[@j.stantoncreativedirectorh6259]

I was a pianist for Nordstom for many years and one Christmas someone asked me to play Hard Candy Christmas. I admit I had never heard the song, but I am a sight reader so I played through it. As I was playing I read the lyrics and by the end, I was barely able to see through the tears. I have played it a million times since then and it has become a favorite. I play it much more slowly, and pensively. What I most appreciate is the key change at the end, where utter sorrow becomes a tentative commitment to buck up, and go on. Thank you Dolly for such a beautiful, beautiful song.

[@trubador09]

Thank you for sharing your story 💕

[@antoniomoyal]

Why don´t you upload a video of your performance?

[@Not_A_Tourist]

Thank you for sharing this ❤

[@thomasmagnum3588]

Thank you for sharing that ! From the musicians perspective I never considered that, but you are absolutely right. The key change at the end, moves the song from a sort of a quiet place of wistful melancholy into a more hopeful longing of better days yet to come.

[@sadiewilson8846]

❤

[@jackiekirkpatrick8040]

I can’t believe it is Christmas Eve today

[@AshleyRomania-pu4bs]

And today. Merry Christmas.

[@476233]

I lost my cousin six years ago to a drunk driver on her 19th birthday… this is one of the few good songs to grieve around the holidays that doesn’t feel awful, yet some how let’s me feel what I feel. If you are in pain, I pray you will find peace ❤❤❤

[@Goodwillwinoverevil1984]

Wow 19? That's too young..

[@troydaigle7902]

Praying for u and ur cousin this time of year ❤

[@476233]

@ ty

[@Sunset_Brume-xn3xw]

Thank you, even if this is late

[@bearnurse1]

Awwwww! I'll be fine

[@VR-jb9hb]

You will.

[@phillipdupree1684]

I’m a guy who lost his wife of 38 years 10 years ago and this song rings true to all who’ve suffered loss and go through life AFTER! God Bless all who are surviving and going through, you’re not alone God loves you.

[@maggieharton8118]

Merry Christmas

[@lindarauch3906]

I am with you at this time, knowing full well the pain of grief ...and the 'going through' . A million blessings to you

[@daviddarrall9384]

Bring it on Dolly, we all need cheering up! 😊 ❤ UK.

[@camigibson3667]

This was my Grandmother’s favorite song Dolly ever sang. She made me sing it every year growing up, even if it wasn’t Christmas time. I hope she hears me still singing it in Heaven. I miss her more then words can explain 💕 love you Honey Badger

[@aprilwootenwooten6028]

My favorite too

[@gusgarza6529]

God Bless You Cami.

[@daniellemichael810]

I am so sorry my grandma passed too and she brang me to dolly wood when I was 4 and she was a second mom to me

[@mrpapakc]

@Cami Gibson, you were so blessed to have a grandmother. I only had one and she died when I was 7 years old. I only saw her 4 times in my life. She made clothes for my barbies!

[@leviblair664]

~Hugs~ …I miss my Granny more and more each day; she was biggest supporter. I pray I continue to make her proud. :)

[@LoveHandle4890]

One of the most underrated songs of all time.

[@rylieb1334]

To everyone struggling with their mental health this holiday season, please consider this your sign from the universe to stay. This time of year is tough for so many people for many reasons, but no matter what your reason is you still deserve to live a long and wonderful life. Your feelings are valid and it’s okay to feel whatever you feel, but please remember to be kind to yourself and take things one day at a time. You’ve made it through every single one of your bad times in life so far, please keep going. Sending lots of love and hugs and well wishes to you all. God bless. 💛

[@aprilfox9205]

My mama played this for years every Xmas after dad left us, love u Dolly. Anyone reading this things will get better...🌹💕

[@Lesspaw41]

Thank you...I needed that. I lost my mom Sunday morning😔

[@josephhein9497]

@@Lesspaw41 I lost my mother in April. She was the one constant in my life. I'm sorry you lost yours. It does get easier - even if barely.

[@lindaroper2654]

Never leave Christ out of Christmas. It's not Xmas.

[@catherinesvbialosh7260]

❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@sherrybcampbell943]

Thank you. I lost my dad 2006. Not as hard but still hurts when l listen to this song

[@troymurray7156]

One of my favorite songs that Dolly has recorded. Makes me sob like a baby every time I hear it...

[@homebythesea9301]

My daughter was laid off unexpectedly Monday, Merry Christmas. She is single with a mortgage. This song is empowering for all those with struggles.

[@goldencorral3104]

🙏

[@childofgod3675]

May THE Lord open doors of improvement and bless your daughter (which in turn blessed you, just seeing her make it.)

[@joeholmes1324]

One of my best friends died this past January on her birthday. This was one of the songs we were really digging right before she passed. I have a recording of her singing it over the telephone just a few weeks before she passed. Lord I miss her so much. "But still I won't let sorrow bring me way down." RIP K Dub. Love you always.

[@476233]

Hugs .❤

[@bklynqtie]

sorry for your loss

[@The_Spiritual_Mystic]

I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your friend. May she rest in peace. God bless you

[@RitaRoberts-b7p]

Beautiful song. Been listening to this song since the 1st of December. Lost my husband 4 years ago. Gets harder everyday. Living payday to payday. Really struggling. But you know I am Blessed. I have Faith in God. God is here with me all the time. God is all I need. Hope everyone has a very blessed Christmas.

[@marshaholloway8994]

Rita can you get back in the work force

[@marshaholloway8994]

Put one foot in front of the other one my husband is still alive barely but I still have to tell myself I can do this and it's so hard I want to just give up sometimes but no I don't !! Thank God 😊

[@jackieg7261]

I was reminded of this song today at an neighborhood event. My husband has stage 4 cancer and it has spread. Not sure how much time I have left with him. Hopefully a few months at least. He has become a shadow of the man he was. It is like he is disappearing. My best friend Tina is in Hospice with her cancer. I do not have long with her. My dog has hip dysplasia and I think this will be his last holiday. Sounds like a bad made for tv movie, but it is real life. Trying to be strong to keep everything functioning is exhausting. This song helps somewhat.

[@TinaSmithnola]

Praying for your family and friend 😢

[@Robert-tu1nl]

Praying for you, I am sorry you are going through so much. Trust in the Lord Jesus Christ, and He will always see you through.

[@MyaMadeIt]

Praying for you! My Mom just got diagnosed, it has been hard. We plan to fight, you do the same.

[@TeresaSmith-o4p]

My husband of 47 years passed on 8-2-24. Due to our situation he was the stay home parent. At that time we still had our two young girls at home. He and our youngest daughter watched the movie (The best little whorehouse in Texas) so many times she memorized every one of the songs. The song you sang (Hard Candy Christmas) reminded her of her dad and the many times they watched the movie. This song was her request to play at his services. Of course this was done. We all love you because of your music and most of all because you’re real. Have a blessed day. Teresa smith

[@tj921able]

I've been crying to this because of all the losses that have occurred in my life this year. Let's just say it's been a REALLY difficult year! Thank you for sharing this. I have it on CD on this exact album too.

[@Hi.Im.Levi.]

Bless your heart. Thank you for sharing. Keep your head up, I hope things get better for you.

[@meekoblackmoon7593]

No kidding my uncle who was battling cancer for the past 20 years past my cat died i with you hope this year is better for us both 🙏🤞

[@mariocruz6281]

I'm sorry for what your feeling now. I can really relate to what your going through. For me, I don't think of them being gone, I consider them as my Angels now. GOD Bless.

[@tj921able]

@@mariocruz6281 Thank you for your kind words. That's a nice way to look at it. Also, thank you for your compassion. God Bless You and stay safe.

[@mariocruz6281]

@@tj921able thank you. You two. I come from a very large family. I had 8 siblings, I have 3 left and me. I am second to the youngest. We lost two Sisters within 8 months. First the oldest, due to massive heart attack, it happened unexpectedly and very fast. 6 months later Our Youngest Sister went to the hospital for a severe backache. 2 hrs later, she was told She had cancer and about 6 months to live. That was on Jan.6, 2019, she lost her battle just after midnight on March 10, just hrs after her youngest Son and his fiancee had just welcomed a beautiful daughter. My Sister made her Son promise he would not name the baby after her. 4 months later my sister's youngest Son was found deceased in a vacant parking lot. All of his belongings were gone, he was nude. The detectives listed it as an accidental suicide, all because 2 days before he was found, he had posted a message to his deceased mother that he wished there were telephones in Heaven. I was furious, I spoke to the detective and said, I wanted an investigation, all of his belongings were missing including his cell phone, wallet and paycheck not to mention his clothes and sneakers. I said to the detective, I'm not denying he was missing his Mother, but he loved his Daughter and Fiancee. And when his Daughter gets older and she hears her Dad allegedly died from an accidental suicide, how do you think she is going to feel. Not to mention accidental suicide, that doesn't make any sense. What about the robbery, where are all his personal items? The Detective said, he understood my grief, but he talked to my sister's husband/ my nephews father, and when he explained to him, they couldn't make any promises that they could find out who did this. I couldn't believe what the Detective told me, he stated that my sister's husband/my nephews father stated that's ok, because I just lost my Wife, 4 months earlier, and I'm not up to going to a trial!! The Detective then said, well We could list it as an accidental suicide, and We can close the case. The so called husband/father stated "that will be great"!!. Then Our Son's dog who he treated as a child ended up having seizures two days after the lock downs due to covid, they started at 5:00 am and kept going, We finally found a vet. open around 10:00 a.m. my two Sons rushed him over to the vet. Within a half hour, my Son had to make the decision to have him put to sleep, because he had suffered severe brain damage, they wouldn't even allow my Sons to be with their Dog, because of the rules pertaining to covid, even though the dog nor my Sons didn't have covid. As if that wasn't enough, back when my Oldest Sister past, 6 weeks later, My Son's best friend was found murdered by his Own Brother. They use to call each other my Brother from another Mother. Also during the strict rules of covid, my youngest brother's 15 yr. old Granddaughter had to have a complete hysterectomy, and no one was allowed to be with her. Then on September 11, 2021, one of my other Nieces, who was allowing her dad to live in her basement. He had been sick for two weeks, despite her pleading with him to go to the hospital, he refused. On Sept.11, she went down to check on her dad, who was our oldest brother, and found him deceased. The autopsy showed he passed from liver disease. On Oct. 26, 2020 my husband's grandmother passed away 10 days later, her husband passed away. On March 1, 2021, my husband's Uncle who was also his best man at our wedding passed away. Literally there's about 10 other people we know that passed away in the last 2 years.and already this year, 3 other people that We know have passed away. In my opinion, there's no doubt GOD is cleaning up. And it's just not bad people being removed, GOD is calling a lot of his Angels home. Have you heard how many people from Hollywood and other Entertainers that have passed. There's a beautiful Gospel song that I listen to a lot, the title is "For these tears, I Died" you can also bring it up under the title "Come to the Water" also my favorite poem is "Footprints in the Sand". When their birthdays come up and what I refer to as their rebirth days, I say a prayer to them and I usually play a Gospel song. As with everything, some days are harder than others, but I know all my love ones who are no longer on Earth, wouldn't want me to be stuck in grief. So even on hard days, I make myself get up, I open the curtains to let the SUN shine come in and I light candles and or incents. I hope some of this helps. Trust me, I really can relate to what your feeling. I will pray for you. These are definitely the end times, We are going through. I still believe we do have brighter and better days ahead of us. Stay safe, GOD Bless.

[@TAQ2Music]

My first Christmas all alone. Dad died in 2010, Mom in 2014, and my sister died in March. Birthdays and holidays make this time so rough. And I am isolated at home with no job and no car. Only Jesus can get me through this.

[@heavyarms4983]

@taq2music two ideas I can share from someone that also had a Christmas alone. The first is Cracker Barrel is usually open. You can have a nice hot holiday meal and even though you'll be eating by yourself you'll still have you will still have a lot of people around. The second is serving at a homeless shelter, is another way to be around a lot of people, you get to give to others, and usually after you serve you all eat together and you can even talk to other people. Much love to you brother. I hope that gives you some ideas. I'm not alone this year, but when I was I was able to do both of those things and I was really thankful.

[@TAQ2Music]

@heavyarms4983 those are both great ideas. However, I have no car or funds being unemployed for so long. A friendbinvited mebto be with her family Christmas day. Good for that day but still l9nely. This will pass.

[@AhavahStewart-u7i]

You break my heart. This song means so much to so many. I lost my son, Parents, and more during Covid. I have never been so alone. I am also very sick with my blood but am yet to be diagnosed. Count on my prayers and I am sending you the warmth of LOVE.

[@troydaigle7902]

HEART BREAKING POSTS...JESUS WILL HELP ALL OF YOU THRU HARD TIMES

[@PedroGonzalez-yf6pg]

I hear you. I stopped celebrating Christmas when my mother and my aunt passed. And no true girlfriend that loves the holidays.

[@broxson420]

I'm on hard times living in a motel with my grands because affordable housing is hard to find .but I fight emotions all the time but know God has me

[@catalinaungureanu8745]

Please have faith, my dear sister, everything will be all right! Sending you a tight hug! :)

[@kimberly303]

I cry everytime I hear this , my grandma used to play it at Christmas time, because it reminded her of her daughter, (my aunt) who past away at 14 years old in 1984 from cancer it was her favorite song an she would sing it .... an now that grandma has past away I make sure I play it every year at Christmas time for grandma to keep the tradition going ...

[@esthersansevere2278]

My sister gave me this album… Now I am last one in my family… Always reminds me of her… Great sister…I miss you Mimi….

[@CatastrophicConundrum]

Virtually hugging you so hard right now❤️, I hope you’re well

[@tiffanypennington1987]

Im so sorry

[@mistyvaughn3559]

what can you say? simply beautiful... the older I get the more I see the beauty in this song...

[@SJWieczorek]

These two past years have taught me nothing is guaranteed. Not even tommorow. This song is my saving grace around Christmas.

[@roybuckler8112]

I agree, Very Sad World we are in Now, Stress, Sadness, Every where, You have To be like Hard Candy to ignore some People, Worlds in Pitiful state

[@mrpapakc]

My mama always said, "life has no guarantees"! Mama knew it all!

[@SJWieczorek]

@@mrpapakc my uncle passed last year suddenly. Heart attack. My papa passed Nov 7. He was almost 87.

[@suestabile1262]

Let's hope for a better 2022.🎄

[@suestabile1262]

@@SJWieczorekSo sorry for your losses.🙏

[@ryandal666]

I found this song on some Xmas album back in the 90s and fell in love with it. Fast forward to 2019 and some major life changes & this really hits home. Beautiful song

[@pattip1413]

Blessings to all you are here on Christmas 2023. 💜❤💜

[@bettyreynolds6530]

My mother and I listened to this alot while she was in the nursing home. She passed on December 12, 2003 and ever since I listen to this the whole month of December just brings back the memories I had with her and the 5 hard yrs in the NH! I know she is with my daddy and brother and sister until we meet again ! I miss her so much! My 😇

[@joystrittmatter8924]

my sister told me it wasn't Christmas till she heard this and every year I play it have a good cry and remember her. Hope you are keeping the angles company did.

[@chuck9586]

Joy Strittmatter I have always said the same to my family. Maybe one day my kids will listen to it and think of me? God bless you!

[@yvonnedavis1437]

My sister too .....I know the feeling

[@virginiaterry345]

Joy Strittmatter god bless you ans your sister

[@selina9336]

God bless you and your family may she rest in peace

[@geniebice7444]

GOD BLESS, I LOST MY SISTER TOO.

[@robinstuchlik9488]

First Christmas without my Dad/ Best friend. I lost him in August.

[@ddwm_mua]

@Robin. I'm sorry for your deep loss. Big hugs

[@joshfoxwell4222]

@robinstuchlik my friend i know it will be hard but you just have to remember the good times and learn he will always be by your side till the day you meet again ive felt those feeling for a for year but power through and have a wonderful holiday my friend

[@ashleystevens2194]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs.

[@MyaMadeIt]

I’m sorry for your loss. Let your love for him light your way.

[@danielpokorney3354]

I cry a river when listening to this song. I have lost so many loved ones in my life and this song just seems to bring all the emotions out.

[@steveforsythe9264]

Same here...even then it is hard to listen to sometimes. Merry Christmas!!

[@bobbyspencer6257]

I no how u fill about this song

[@islamaphobe]

I can relate, pal.

[@johnfranklin5277]

Yup, I know. I have lost my entire family now. I literally have no family at all. Couple good friends from the 70s keep up with me. I'm 60 now and get along ok, still working etc...but at Christmas. Which I do love, it does remind me of all the great Christmases with my family. Sometimes being the LAST MAN STANDING is not such a good thing.

[@bbrown5887]

John Franklin a very heartfelt comment. So true it is however the price of life is unfortunately always loss at some point. I guess we are all supposed to find our way and support through other people, volunteering, pets, community involvement and so on. It seems impossible sometimes but if there is no light in your tunnel, try and change tunnels.

[@melissabrowning7534]

Great song makes u just think about your life

[@Lynn-og8wj]

This is probably my favourite Christmas song. Just like Dolly to tell it how it is. Christmas isn’t always happy and cheerful. And I’m sick of all those “bring my lover home for Christmas” tunes!

[@lauragreaser3461]

Totally agree.

[@Savanna.Melvin.]

For the past 21 years I’ve listened to this every year with my grandparents while we decorate the house and bake Christmas cookies. Now I’m watching my two year old son learn all of these traditions ❤️

[@stratmagic6893]

Uncle Larry sent me here. What an incredible song and performance.

[@thierrybudts6687]

Same here, if his ears say it is a must listen well you can be sure it will tough you ,for sure if you are a musician Greetz from Belgium

[@Brainiac22]

Me three

[@ronmorey3475]

Me four.

[@randoski2010]

me five!

[@bobxanadoo]

Me six!

[@WandaStanton-q5w]

I lost my Mom a week ago today, on loop. Thank you Dolly.

[@reeseb8520]

Wishing you comfort.

[@ecclesiasticbohemian7617]

My Mom’s dementia is advancing, she still remembers me. My adult children are being short tempered and rude with me and I don’t have the patience to keep my mouth shut. They have no idea how much I am going through with my Mom’s decline… me I will go on…I’ll be just fine and dandy… This and River by Joni Mitchell. Comfort by these kind of blue Christmas songs. Blessings to the rest of you with your own blues. 🙏🏼🤍🕊️

[@XylitolKillsDogs]

I hope things get better.

[@maryannproffitt44]

Love this song. I’m tired off moving but I always bounce right back every time by the grace of God.

[@maryannproffitt44]

@Douglas_Mark okay what?

[@RestorationsbyPhil]

She writes that song and then sings it so beautifully. I am not sure any singer that lived has ever had a better voice. Thank you Ms Dolly

[@Purehthought333]

God I miss you dad. It’s been a hard candy Christmas since we lost you.

[@jaymarks8904]

im sorry for your loss hope you have a wounderfull christmas its hard to lose someone

[@lacyefoutswhite9014]

“I won’t let sorrow get me down” -2020

[@codenamezero7357]

This one's perfect

[@MaryanneKovach]

🎉😂❤ 8/31/24/ 🎉❤❤😂😂

[@kyliesmith2004]

I absolutely love Christmas, but each year something awful seems to befall me at that time. My past few christmases have brought about everything from horrid experiences with SA to life shattering fights with my parents. This year I’m sick. Dolly understands me.

[@codyjonesjr1614]

Thank you Dolly for always reminding me of my family the way we all use to be.

[@Jimtom933]

Very bittersweet in many ways , still one of my favorite Christmas songs

[@wandaguerrero4262]

This song is so powerful. Yes I cry every time I listen to it, but Christmas isn't Christmas without it..

[@jasonvoorhees6416]

You mommy mucho pretty

[@mbennett6713]

I have no idea why, but it makes me cry WHENEVER i hear, even almost 40 years later after firsrt hearing it.

[@sambirdwell3002]

What I love about this song is that it isn't just a Christmas song. It's an everyday song.

[@jeremylilly1054]

Exactly! It's good enough for year round

[@TheStardusts_inthesky]

Think you^_^

[@margiesmith9041]

I get ya... its a great song that reminds u to get back up and fight for a better life

[@volcrazy89]

It's actually not a Christmas song at all, lol. The term "hard candy Christmas" is a metaphor for a period of hard times.

[@seankarriker9653]

Right on !!! Amen !

[@fianait]

Rest in Peace, Mom. She loved this song, I remember asking her what a Hard Candy Christmas was, and how could a Christmas with candy be sad? I can't seem to listen to it all the way through now. Maybe next Christmas.

[@demonknight7965]

Huggggsss. Im so sorry for your loss. Just remember she will always be with you. In you're heart and your memories and all the things that you do that she taught you.

[@elizabethlangley8368]

Just lost my Dad 12/9/21 so been listening to this a lot this year. Tomorrow is not promised so hug your loved ones while you can.

[@jessibergiere9292]

I am so so sorry 😞 for your loss 🙏 I know what it’s like to lose a parent 🥺 my daddy left here in 2014 to be with Jesus

[@cindywagner49]

God bless you 🙏 and your family...I am so sorry for your loss.

[@tiffanybittman7523]

Sorry to hear

[@dionerhodes1308]

Sorry for your loss. It's never easy. 🙏🙏💖

[@rachelleshelton1921]

Ioskos

[@MegaMeHaHa-h1h]

My dad died in 1981 at 52 but my mom is alive and Kicking at 86 don't let it bring you down MERRY CHRISTMAS.

[@Neilpoe]

This song always kills me. What an amazing tune and Dolly does it wonderfully. 🎄

[@randalbell158]

Hard candy Christmas’s are the ones that I remember the most. Wish we would all get back to the true meaning of Christmas and not how many gifts we get

[@azariah_kyras]

Dolly Parton is a very special individual in my opinion. I look up to her.

[@girlwalkerII]

A national treasure in many ways A businesswoman with a heart of gold to contribute and give back for those in need People never give up!🙏🏽✌

[@kedmonds2123]

I was born in Tennessee and I look up to her too!!! She is one of my idols besides my sister who is a mother and a wife!!!

[@suemurray1608]

My daughter loved this song. I miss you so much Kaitlyn. How you loved Xmas. We had a few hard candy xmases but we had each other. Now she is gone and I feel so empty. 15 years but feels like yesterday.

[@BasedNeptune]

Lyrics: Hey, maybe I'll dye my hair Maybe I'll move somewhere Maybe I'll get a car Maybe I'll drive so far they'll all lose track Me, I'll bounce right back Maybe I'll sleep real late Maybe I'll lose some weight Maybe I'll clear my junk Maybe I'll just get drunk on apple wine Me, I'll be just Fine and dandy Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas I'm barely getting through tomorrow But still I won't let Sorrow bring me way down I'll be fine and dandy Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas I'm barely getting through tomorrow But still I won't let Sorrow bring me way down Hey, maybe I'll learn to sew Maybe I'll just lie low Maybe I'll hit the bars Maybe I'll count the stars until dawn Me, I will go on Maybe I'll settle down Maybe I'll just leave town Maybe I'll have some fun Maybe I'll meet someone and make him mine Me, I'll be just Fine and dandy Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas I'm barely getting through tomorrow But still I won't let Sorrow bring me way down I'll be fine and dandy Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas I'm barely getting through tomorrow But still I won't let Sorrow bring me way down I'll be fine and dandy Lord, it's like a hard candy Christmas I'm barely getting through tomorrow But still I won't let Sorrow bring me way down 'Cause I'll be fine I'll be fine Oh, I'll be fine

[@leesbegley6231]

Awesome, thanks for the lyrics!

[@alyssawright7098]

😢

[@alien_x8062]

I want a male cover to this song this song is for a female

[@BasedNeptune]

@alien_x are you a NPC bot

[@alien_x8062]

No in human

[@ronniejohnson3113]

Dolly is an American treasure!

[@keepcalmmom]

Wishing Everyone, Happiness and Health, and wondeful blessings for the coming year.

[@alicialuster651]

I can't I miss my babies

[@actuallyNo...]

U too🌴🌟💋🎅

[@cedarshoals529]

You too! And thank you!

[@davidbarrera308]

I have music rattling around in my head and this morning this song came up. I sung a little to my wife and made her morning. I am 55 years old and recently suffered a DVT along with a PE which landed in my lung. I didn't feel it but I am lucky. I have lost both parents and grand parents through the years and I tell my kids to come around to see me but they don't. Too far they say. I'd give anything to go back to age 15 just so I could be with my folks just once more. As I grow older it saddens me to see people I know pass on. Reading through some comments I am sorry for lost loved ones and for any loss you had or having to endure. I'm at the stage asking "what is the meaning of life"? There has to be more. Take care and Happy Holidays.

[@ashleygreenwell9873]

It is not Christmas till you here this song

[@JohnGrissom-h1e]

There's nothing more precious than hearing this woman tell a story through her music. My aunts were murdered by my cousin in 2019 now I just lost an uncle about a month ago. I just want to escape the losses so I can get through tomorrow.

[@crabbymama51]

A truly beautiful song, sad and uplifting at the same time

[@michaeljeter4567]

Hello, how are you

[@daverobindjakovic3933]

I agree

[@Troy-hv5kx]

Still listening in April 2022! LOVE THIS MOVIE AND SONG!!

[@Jedi9181]

August 2019, We lost Mom to Cancer. This past Christmas this song pop up and was playing and I wept so much because I miss her so much. Mom loved you and your music so much, she was the one to introduce me to Country Music. We Love You Dolly and Thank-You for being with us through all our moments in life. God Bless.

[@GreatLee05]

First time hearing this song. Dolly’s voice is so soothing & uplifting.

[@yelenagurevich9541]

Dolly’s voice from heaven, she sings from heart. She is very gifted women, beautiful songs and amazing presentation. Thank you, Dolly!!! I first heard this song probably in 1986, didn’t understand any English back then, still listening to this song and love it even more.

[@rubicon-oh9km]

Your English has improved greatly over the last 34 years Boris. Congratulations. My Bulgarian sucks.

[@yelenagurevich9541]

@@rubicon-oh9km My English definitely improved. Thanks for the compliment!

[@angiemantellsmith6820]

I miss you, my brother, Chip. A bond never broken

[@pattip1413]

Dolly Pardon is truly a national treasure that we just about don’t deserve.

[@joymcwilliams4168]

My father favorite song and person of music. My father died in 93 and 31 years later i always played this song for him

[@phyllisswain723]

My son made a video of his dad. My husband of 40 years and had this song playing with the video. Makes me want to cry. Will never be able to hear this without thinking of him Great song.

[@mikeanderson586]

Merry Christmas to you all with love from the Anderson family. God bless you all.

[@serenaofvenus]

I found this song in 2021! I didnt know I loved Dolly, but this has to be one of the most beautiful songs Ive ever heard.

[@helenkozerski4067]

This song really brings all your emotions!!!

[@MacGregor.]

Good

[@user-cz1jm8ik5j]

It is a beautiful song.

[@maureenmcgovern9872]

Same here! This song opened my eyes to the wonderfullness of Dolly. ❤

[@lorakell2637]

This song is my life I am barely getting through myself 😭 I

[@jerrybear6440]

I love you Dolly......

[@larrybrown8152]

Dolly Parton, you are such a beautiful, genuine and loving lady. The Queen of Country Music. We love you and thank you for all of your great songs. Keep sending us beautiful songs. Merry Christmas to and your family

[@kikidvv]

This will forever be my favorite Christmas song. It reminds me of being little, and my mom listening to it. I’m so grateful to still have her around. My heart goes out to each and everyone who has lost someone special in their lives. I know the holidays are rough without them. May GOD bring you peace and joy this Christmas and through the new year! Blessings, Merry Christmas!❤️💚

[@lacialysia6913]

I heard this the other day in the car. I needed to hear this. It's a hard candy Christmas for many this year.

[@wandadoty1492]

My momma favorite Christmas song and she passed away 2/13/2021 and I listen to it every Christmas since she left me I love and miss u mommy

[@paullacamera8873]

That's cool. You're very smart. God bless you, Wanda...!! How are you doing today I hope you enjoyed the sweet melody of Dolly's song Right 👍? Coz I'm a big fan of Dolly Parton.💞😇👀

[@chenellesimonetta1784]

Living legend. The best. Her voice gives me eargasms

[@Steven4now]

Came out to my family a few years ago, but still dealing with the trauma of hiding myself my whole childhood. I feel very lost and dolly helps give me hope for a better tomorrow.

[@geniebice7444]

YOU CAN'T GET THROUGH THIS TIMELESS SONG WITHOUT CRYING. IT'S BEAUTIFUL ANY TIME OF THE YEAR.

[@davelee8961]

There is something so wonderful and human about Dolly's voice.

[@sloppygirlz]

so true

[@maryjohnson4189nnkb]

Another one of Dolly Parton beautiful songs. When i listen to the song brings memories back and i tear up. I won't let sorrow bring me way down.

[@MonaReif]

Sitting in my son's 2003 car. Just had a blowout on the highway....but still, how could life getting better? I have my warm coat, coffee and AAA is on the way. : ) listening to this. : )

[@SAMMYmoMAMMY]

Stay safe

[@rebeccaparmer5349]

Me and my 23 year old daughter are at the hospital she was diagnosed with leukemia 2 weeks ago gonna need here for a while. Her three babies are separated with different family oldest 4 baby 15 weeks. We would be putting our tree up right about now so it’s really hard now. I am THANKFUL my daughter is getting treated but damn this is hard.

[@djgarfield22]

Prayers

[@rickydavis5541]

2020 is a rough year and love it when people have Christmas spirit already while we dealing this pandemic!

[@jasonjennings8125]

Christmas 2020 First Christmas not being with family and spent it with an Elderly neighbor and a good Christian Lady

[@AhavahStewart-u7i]

Franco~ I am broken hearted for you and I will keep you near and pray for you many times daily. This song reminds me of a love I once had. This song reminds me of him. I have been very sick for the last month struggling with a serious problem with my blood. I have yet to be diagnosed. The disease has a 5 year head start on me. I lost my beloved son 5 years ago. At that time the doctors diagnosed the blood problem, but due to grief. So, this has a 5 year head start. I am weak and barely holding on. This song reminds me of better times. Thank you for your service protecting me and other Americans. You are brave. Keep your faith. I will pray for help for you.

[@JillOrd]

I barely get through tomorrow. This song makes me cry everytime I listen to it, but I stay strong.

[@magicknight13]

You're not alone ❤

[@raulruizp374]

Watch Joel Osteen live and The 700 Club

[@montyduskin4610]

I LOVE DOLLY AND HER MUSIC IS SPECTACULAR BUT THIS SONG IS SO UNDER RATED !! MAYBE HER BEST !!

[@sandramorgan9361]

Yes we will this year.Have faith!

[@JP-bn2ct]

Christmas 2021 coming up and still listening to this beautiful song! And not just for the holidays. 🌱

[@richardramos1646]

Such a beautiful song! It always takes me back to my days living with Mom, and all the wonderful memories I have of our Christmases together, baking cookies, decorating her tree, shopping for gifts, and wrapping presents. So bittersweet, it always brings tears to my eyes.

[@tiffanymaxwell3187]

Lost my sister and best friend October 2018, and lost my dad November 2021, nothing is the same and I never cherished the holidays like I should have so I regret that so much! Miss them both so so much! Hardest time of the year!! I love you guys!!

[@elizabethwalters7741]

What an honest, true to the heart Christmas song

[@pamelaknickerbocker4806]

I'm in a nursing home and I'm only 58 yrs old and I thought I would be getting married but it seems like that isn't going to happen. I'm here because of the fact I have Chronic Renal Kidney Failure Dease and I've died twice but I'm still here and for the life of me I don't know why.