Harper Valley PTA - Jeannie C. Riley

I thought I would do a theme this week: great storytelling ballads. There are many wonderful ballads to pick from - but I want to especially emphasize the aspect of great storytelling in music.

Tom T. Hall, also known as "The Storyteller," wrote this song in the 60's - and with it, had one of the most successful country crossover songs of all time. It tells a great story, and has been covered by almost every female country singer, including the likes of Loretta Lynn and Martina McBride.

This rendition is the original 1968 release by Jeannie C. Riley.

Jeannie C. Riley – Harper Valley PTA