Coalminers Uncle Tupelo
"Coalminers" by Uncle Tupelo, released in 1992, is a #Rock song that explores themes of hard labor, economic struggle, and the working-class experience. The lyrics depict the life and challenges of coal miners, reflecting a sense of nostalgia and resilience. Musically, it features a blend of folk and punk influences, contributing to the alt-country genre's emergence. The song resonates with listeners through its authentic portrayal of blue-collar life.
Come, all you coalminers
Wherever you may be
And listen to the story
That I relate to thee
My name is nothing extra
But the truth to you I tell
I am a coalminer
And I'm sure, wish you well
I was born in old Kentucky
In a coal camp, born and bred
I know about old beans
Bulldog gravy, and cornbread
I know how the miners work and slave
In the coalmines every day
For a dollar in the company store
For that is all they pay
Mining is the most dangerous work
In our land today
Plenty of dirty, slaving work
Very little pay
Coalminers, won't you wake up
And open your eyes and see
What this dirty capitalist system
Has done, you and me
Wherever you may be
And listen to the story
That I relate to thee
My name is nothing extra
But the truth to you I tell
I am a coalminer
And I'm sure, wish you well
I was born in old Kentucky
In a coal camp, born and bred
I know about old beans
Bulldog gravy, and cornbread
I know how the miners work and slave
In the coalmines every day
For a dollar in the company store
For that is all they pay
Mining is the most dangerous work
In our land today
Plenty of dirty, slaving work
Very little pay
Coalminers, won't you wake up
And open your eyes and see
What this dirty capitalist system
Has done, you and me
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