My Mother once sang this song and won a contest singing it. She passed away on 19th March 2020. She loved this song

This song always reminds me of my mama, RIP. I’m 62 now but grew up poor working class (cotton mills) and Mama made all my clothes until I went off to college and even then she still made clothes for my sister and me. She was a talented seamstress but I vividly remember being embarrassed as a young teen that I had to wear homemade clothes while others wore clothes bought from department stores. I’m so grateful that I realized as a young adult all the sacrifices she made for my sister and me and was able to express my gratitude to her. RIP Billie Hunter…you were the best mama ever

I’m a 50 year old man, 27 years as a soldier, served in operations, this song still makes me cry.

This song makes me reflect on the many sacrifices my mom made just to give me a good life. We're a poor to middle class family but my mom managed to provide me with everything I needed, with a few wants every now and then. That's the coat of many colors that she gave me, and I am forever grateful to her. She just passed last month, and here I am listening to this masterpiece with tears rolling down my cheeks. Mom, thank you for everything.

This song making me to cry😢 its a touching masterpiece. Who's here in January,2024.

We need to teach our children that a persons wealth is not determined by their clothes or other belongings, but by the person that are inside. Children are to concerned with material things. I have tried to teach my children not to make fun of someone. You never know what someone elses live is about.

I'm watching in March 2024 after my daughter received the book to this song in the mail from the Dolly Fondation. She is obsessed ❤❤❤

show some love if you're here in 2024 and the song still give you joy

This song reminds me of my first day of preschool. My grandma made me a red and white dress I was proud of that dress and couldn't wait to wear it. I got bullied that first day and came home crying my eyes out. My grandma wiped my tears and asked me "Do you still love your dress?" Of course through sobs and tears I told her "I love more then anything else" and she said "Then why does it matter what those kids think?"

It's 2022 but I'm still in love with this wonderful masterpiece. Anyone?

I’d absolutely give anything to see Dolly in person… I’ve never had the money & still don’t. I love this beautiful song! It always makes me cry. I love her so much! Have for almost 50 years. My granny loved her & I listened right along with her…💖💝💖

My mother has always told me that if you don't have it, pray for it and one day God would provide for you. We love you Dolly🥰 03.06.2023

This song reminds me of my childhood. We had no money and my mother sewed all of my clothes. So I feel blessed as well. Dolly is one of my favorite singers.

2023 and still find this song amazing! Thanks for sharing it ☺️

Song was played at my mum's funeral kills me everytime hear it RIP mum ❤ god bless

Who's watching in 2024? This melody is eternal!!

Omg, it’s hard to listen to Dolly without crying about old memories!

"one is only poor, only if they choose to be" Truth!

The sweetness of this song can't be defined by those who doesn't understand the pain our mother's goes through to keep us happy, it's always my everytime comforter

Aside from my mama, I adore Dolly most of all. My mom taught herself to play guitar and piano. We used to sing this to my drunk dad. He would cry. Because he was drunk.

This song means SOO much to me, for my mama once knitted me a sweater of many colors that my schoolmates at that time made fun of ,but meant the world to me because my mama made it! I miss you,mama!💔😭

Dolly Parton came from a poor family of twelve children. Her mother used to sing them old songs and later on jolly began to sing on small platforms like radio, church and then became an iconic county singer.I just love her all songs.

My wife was born in poor valley Virginia, didn’t have much, but she’s the toughest woman I’ve ever met! We’ve been together over 51yrs now!

❤❤❤ I love the way Dolly sings this song from the heart and how her mom made her jacket and took a lot of time making that jacket for Dolly. I love this song always has a way of touching my heart. Dolly is amazing.❤ love always Melissa.❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

Team 2021 let's show love to this legend,,,,,,, music that have lasted ages and will never be outdated

I always cry when I listen to this song. This story reminds me of the struggles we've gone through with my mama. Every rag was useful and she had beautiful hands that would make anything out of nothing! I love you mom and I will always make you happy and proud.

If you are still watching in 2023 let assemble and show some ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Who on earth would anyone give this a thumbs down?? Oh wait.. they’re the ones who would’ve been doing the bullying.

lm always filled with tears when l listen to this song and it reminds me of my past. God bless u Dolly.

By the grace of God we are still watching in 2024

This song still strikes a chord and tugs at my heart. Thank you Dolly.

One of my very favorites. The most human of stories of love and REAL values. It brings me to tears. THANKS DOLLY!

I know most people’s favorite Dolly Parton song is Jolene or I Will Always Love You, but this is mine. Every time I hear it, I get teary-eyed

This song is timeless 😍 😢

❤ as I’m sitting here listening to this song makes me wanna cry because it’s a sad song, but Dolly sings it from the heart with lots of love❤ it’s amazing how her mom jacket full of colors they keep her warm as I’m listening to the song. I can tell her mom put a lot of love into her jacket. This song has way of comfort in my heart because it was a lot of love❤ doll is amazing and this song is a beautiful song that will touch you your heart in many ways love always Melissa❤

Back through the years I go wonderin' once again Back to the seasons of my youth I recall a box of rags that someone gave us And how my momma put the rags to use There were rags of many colors Every piece was small And I didn't have a coat And it was way down in the fall Momma sewed the rags together Sewin' every piece with love She made my coat of many colors That I was so proud of As she sewed, she told a story From the Bible, she had read About a coat of many colors Joseph wore and then she said Perhaps this coat will bring you Good luck and happiness And I just couldn't wait to wear it And momma blessed it with a kiss My coat of many colors That my momma made for me Made only from rags But I wore it so proudly Although we had no money I was rich as I could be In my coat of many colors My momma made for me So with patches on my britches And holes in both my shoes In my coat of many colors I hurried off to school Just to find the others laughing And making fun of me In my coat of many colors My momma made for me And oh, I couldn't understand it For I felt I was rich And I told 'em of the love My momma sewed in every stitch And I told 'em all the story Momma told me while she sewed And how my coat of many colors Was worth more than all their clothes But they didn't understand it And I tried to make them see That one is only poor Only if they choose to be Now I know we had no money But I was rich as I could be In my coat of many colors My momma made for me Made just for me

Beautiful singer and person. She sings from her heart. This song always brings tears to my eyes!

What a song, humble beginnings to greatness, Vincent Risimati

I am a zillenial Latina woman who grew up in the Miami area. Country is not popular here, especially not Dolly, especially not in my age group. I had no business looking her up one day but I did, and I'm grateful I did. I'm even more grateful I stumbled upon this song. Brings me joy and tears EVERY time. In fact, this is my go-to when I am stressing over nursing school. Thank you for being such a light, Dolly. ❤ Perhaps I entered the fandom a little late, but I sure love it here.😊

I'm living this song... Poverty and struggling with my first colourful pants that was made by my Mother in 1990 and 1 years later I was a tailor...! I'm blessed by God and I used to wear people's clothes until age 19... And I can sing this song very effective too...

I love coat of many colours. It has inspired me so much. God bless you Dolly

The song is beautiful and makes you feel great ❤

❤❤❤ as I'm sitting here drinking my coffee this morning trying to wake up I love the way Dolly sings ❤️ the song on stage as she's playing a guitar 🎸 and how she shares the love and the song is a beautiful song ❤️🎉❤ Dolly's amazing 🤩❤🎉❤ and love always Melissa good morning and have a blessed wonderful Sunday❤🎉❤

My mother was a hobby quilter throughout her life; I listened to this song on the way to her funeral. It gave me peace beyond measure...

I'm surprised by the amount of people curious to know if this song is biographical. It most certainly is and to this day Dolly has her beloved little Coat of Many Colours. There is a documentary I've seen in which she holds it up so proudly and lovingly, with a sole remaining button, the others having been pulled off by the taunting children Dolly sings of. Poor? This lady was born into abject poverty! But thanks to a whole lot of love and of course, her being blessed with a heavenly voice and wonderful songwriting abilities, she has become what we see (and hear) today. Dolly is a rare and precious lady gifted also with a beautiful soul.

I love this song, am 28 years with two sons my first born being 8 years old. Nobody tought me this beautiful song, i found myself to it, i love it's every word, i listen to it so often, ans when i take days without listening to it, my 8 year old will come and ask me why i haven't been playing for them the song. I definitely know that he will love it too when he's grown. And provided my state, seeing how am struggling as a single mum to raise them with respect, he'll always remember me by this ❤❤❤

This song remains me of every single day of my childhood days.. growing up in a middle class family and face all ups and downs is something special.. i am glad with my childhood experienced now i can face any situations that comes my way.. this song make me stronger when am sad and low.. it motivates me from giving up.. Am going through a tough time.. fingers cross everything will be fine time

This reminds me so much of my mom, she can't listen without crying, neither can I. I love Dolly, she is the Queen of Country!!!

If u are here 2020😩 let’s assemble

I didnt expect to break down crying today ; After all...I have heard this song many times. But Today I am thinking about my own coat of many colors. My mom was physically strong, she had a brilliant mind, she was creative, she was caring, fiercely intelligent, proud and ethical "Can Do!" person who would not back down -- not ever. She also had serious mental health problems, and she lived a very very hard life (with some special joys and insights too). I am crying in appreciation for my "Coat of Colors" which is to say, my every gesture of my hands, every thought I have, every action I take: all were molded and shaped by the spirit of my mom. Even my flaws (which I am finally growing to appreciate and forgive) came from this Coat of Many Colors. Today I give a special thanks to Dolly for writing this song.

This song will never fade

Dolly is country. Her music is based on her life being raised in the hills of Tennessee with none of the luxuries of today. If only the young people of today could hear this song and realize how blessed they are and how little they have to complain about. My Mom was raised in Southwestern Virginia over 80 years ago and she can very much relate to his song. Keep writing songs Dolly. You are truly country and I will always love you for who you are. A sweet and down to earth person.

Coat of many colors. This songs will never fade

This song reminds me of how my momma struggled to see us through school..so glad momma for standing with us.. thanks Dolly I really love you...

❤❤❤ sometimes like I'm sitting here just woke up from a nap as I listen to Dolly singing this song with her guitar on this stage I always has a way of a sense of spark of love the way her mom took time out to make her jacket with so many different colors to keep her warm❤ then I start to think it's the little things that count in the love that's what's in your heart as a mother and as a friend this is a beautiful song I Love it❤ and I love the way Dolly's sings the song and no other lyrics as well as awesome 💯❤🎉❤ love always Melissa❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉❤😊

I was lucky enough to be at this concert at the Dominion Theatre in London, Dolly held the audience in the palm of her hand that night, I recall her saying to the audience, make them cry, make them laugh but send them home happy and she did just that. Thanks you dolly, been so many years since I have seen her in concert but the memory never leaves you.

I cry too when I listen to this beautiful song. We were so very poor when I was young, mama made all of my, and my sister's, clothes for school. I still have my wool baby coat (which looks like it was handmade by a tailor) and a skirt and blouse she made for me when I was in 1st grade. We were the two best dressed girls in school.

I'm non American.. first time discovering Dolly Parton's music.. her story, and boy this hits me hard. I'm literally crying reading the lyrics 😭

Guys? Once, - eleven months ago, I happend to come in to a radio program here i Norway, seconds to late to hear this song. I simply made up my mind to find it here on youtube, Only to listen to it one time. I did so. But the song made me listen to it over and over and over again, it made ME to go back to MY youth. And in the end; made me return to my hometown to stay there on my own for the first time in 43 years. Since then I`ve returned two times, planning to go back home as soon as possible. THIS song made me homesick! Thanks, Dolly,

2022 and still listening to Dolly ♥️you just gotta love her😭💯

She has everything, brains, beauty and an amazing talent and I love her to bits

This song is true to infinity forever. My momma sewed all our clothes too and I’ve lived this too not the same as you, she worked at a fabric store and church. Thank you Dolly and Momma💗 one is only poor if they choose to be. Amen Dolly!

Who is here 2024 pls salutes

This song brings tears in my eyes it reminds me of what we went through growing up with our amazing God fearing mother. May her soul rest in peace. I miss her so much 😓

2021 and this song is still one of the greatest song ever made

The patches on Your trousers and dress is a Reminder of the Past Good Days.Appreciate where we came from

❤❤❤ I love the way Dolly sings this song from the heart because her mom took a lot of pride in making that jacket for Dolly when she was little to keep her warm sometimes and mother’s love in touch can make a difference when you need them the most I love the way Dolly sings this song with so much love. It’s a special song from the heart and she’s amazing. Love always Melissa.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Im 18 and exploring dolly and god this song has made me cry, she sings so beautifully. Ugh

Back when a song told a story. Unlike today where a song is just one phrase repeated over and over.

I’m only 20 years old but we were poor growing up. Holes in my clothes and all. I was also raised by my dad as a country man and mom a metal head. My uncle lived dolly and he passed last year. I was raised by two old country souls and find myself sometimes listening to songs like this. I love this song

One of my favorites ❣️

THE MOST SUCCESSFUL COUNTRY FEMALE SINGER EVER

I felt crying 😢 while listening to this song... In this life, never make mockery of anyone because one day the story will change for good.. Your song inspires me so much... Much love to My Beloved Mum.. May God bless you anywhere you are.. ❤❤

This is such a beautiful song,I can't help but shed a few tears when I hear it

It's a blessing to listen to this song., thank you

Tears are flowing down on this 51 year old man. This song reminds me of the early days when we first emigrated to the USA. As me my siblings were growing up we didn’t have much. Kids in school would make fun of me because I I out grew my pants. They would say “are you preparing for the flood”.

I really wanna meet those 200 poor people who disliked this song and give them a hug. I know they are in pain. This song may have reminded them of their struggle.

I saw her sorry on Facebook and I decided to check KZfaq. What a wonderful song I'm hearing for the first time.

I love this beautiful lady, she is the real deal, country through and through, of real country. You will go down in history sweet lady, as you already are. I never get tired of your beautiful voice or your beautiful face! I love you Dolly Parton and always will! 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟💥🔥❤️💝🤠🥰

Every time I listen to this song I remember the sacrifices my mother made for us while growing up.

I miss my late mother so much! I...just want to thank her for all the things she did for me.

❤❤❤❤❤ as I'm sitting here to listen to Dolly sing the song touches my heart cuz it's the little things that not the big it's what's in the heart and that she sings the song this is a special song from the heart with so much love as she shares with everyone throughout her song she's amazing 🤩❤❤❤🎉😊 love always Melissa 💝😻

I feel overwhelming and feel to cry in my emotions. I can sense A true American soul of that time too. I would dedicate this song to my loved one of my family. She is with so much innocence angelic voice. Feel Blessed and with such a grace. Thanks.

2021 and still loving the sound of this masterpiece ❤️

This amazing song goes a long way, it's one of the most inspirational songs that i've ever listened to.

I love her songs and her this song makes me cry I just love her ❤❤

I will never forget this song. Very motivational.

Like a bolt of lightning straight through my heart. This woman can sing. And she is a blessing.

Dolly is one special person to me ... I am going to be 41 yrs old this year in October .. I have seen Dolly at two different concerts. In the last 10 years .. The is one way that I had started listening to her since I was a youngester.. I would go to my gram's house and she would always be playing an 8-track by Dolly Parton and Port Wagner . And I would sit in a rocking chair and always listen to 2 of the 8 tracks and I would know that all her music ment so much to me .. Well during the years of my life I must have over 20-30 cds of Dolly ... I really love her music and she is my favorite .... I have been to Dollywood as well ..I plan to go back there and hope some day to be able to see her in person again .. She is very gal I think can sing very great ... There are a lot of guys my age that dont like country music but each one of her songs have so much meaning to them .. At a woman 70 years old she still can perform very nice .. I cant wait to see her again .. She like to tease when she is up on that stage but she does a great job ... I hope she is singing till she is 80 or even after that ... I really like her a lot I could listen to her anytime of the day or night ..

My Mama is no more but the 10 of us always remembered this song n never felt poor walking with our shoes n torn uniforms as clean as mama could get it 4 us to walk proudly to school

My sister could purchase a budget phone 20 years back with space capacity to play two songs. We proudly played coat of many colors whenever we got time👩‍❤️‍👨 We stays 100 miles apart but the song touches our hearts each moments of our life. May God bless everyone who comes across it🙏

This Beautiful Lady ( Dolly ) just brings out tears from my heart with this precious song. What a Wonderful Person, Just like her Mom I am sure.

This song makes me so damn emotional and just grateful for everything I have. Dolly Parton is a national GEM.

❤❤❤ this is a special song that Dolly things from the heart with lots of love and it’s the little things that count and she sings that through the song be thankful for the Little things, and I love the way she sings this song because her mother took a lot of work and making her that jacket to keep her warm when she was a kid Dolly is amazing and the song is beautiful. Love always Melissa.❤🎉❤

Growing up in 70s,80s we had to make do with what ever our family could do with hand down from our older brother and sister's but we made do I love my mum ❤❤❤❤xxx

There is a lesson to be learned from this song, I wonder how many people hear it. "One is only poor if they choose to be", money isn't the only thing in the world that makes you rich.

There aren't enough words to describe how wonderful Dolly is. May God Bless her, and bless us all.

❤❤❤ good morning 🌞 I love the way Dolly sings the song from the heart it's a beautiful ❤️ love always Melissa❤🎉❤

Listened to this song from a Small town in Zimbabwe 🎉.Ms Parton transcends distance. My parent's favorite musician all the way down down South

It's Feb. 5, 2022! I have Dolly for most of my life! This song meant so much to be! Raised Baptist! I still love Dolly, always will! God bless ,! God be with us all!