I wish someone WOULD rewrite the lyrics of the chorus. I especially wish that had been done before the song was recorded and made so popular.

This native West Virginian has always been extremely peeved that he/they took the name and slogan of West Virginia and then paired it with western Virginia landmarks. Granted, the Blue Ridge and the Shenandoah are lovely, but no lovelier than ridges and streams actually located in WV, that would have scanned just as well. For example

...Allegheny Mountains
Cherry and New Rivers...

Not all hillbillies feel the same way I do about it. I guess it comes from growing up in a time when many, many people thought West Virginia referred to western Virginia. I have actually had people say, on learning I am from West Virginia, "Oh really? I have an aunt who lives in Richmond."

Rant over. Hope you find the lyrics you are looking for.

Janie