[Verse 1] I heard the news this morning And the tears just wouldn’t stop. The mountains stood in silence Like the whole world paused on top. A light went out in Tennessee, A voice we held so dear… But heaven opened wide that day And whispered, “She is here.” [Chorus] On the day that Dolly died, Our flags flew at half mast. We cried and held each other close While the angels sang at last. She’s with the Lord she always loved, She’s home and free at last. On the day that Dolly died, Our flags flew at half mast. [Verse 2] She sang of coats of many colors, Of love that never fades. She told us God can do all things Through every storm we face. From a cabin in the holler To the brightest stage lights, She lived the gospel every day And made the dark feel bright. [Chorus] On the day that Dolly died, Our flags flew at half mast. We cried and held each other close While the angels sang at last. She’s with the Lord she always loved, She’s home and free at last. On the day that Dolly died, Our flags flew at half mast. [Verse 3] Now the rhinestones shine in glory, And the choir’s found its star. She’s singing with the ones she loved Who’ve been waiting from afar. No more pain and no more sorrow, Just the joy she always knew. She left us hope and laughter And a faith that still rings true. [Final Chorus] On the day that Dolly died, Our flags flew at half mast. We smiled through every falling tear ’Cause the music’s crystal clear. She’s with the Lord she always loved, She’s home and free at last. On the day that Dolly died, Our flags flew at half mast. [Outro] Our flags flew at half mast… Our flags flew at half mast… (soft harmony: She’s home…)
