“Delta Dawn” is one of the most haunting and iconic songs in country music history, made unforgettable by a young Tanya Tucker. The song tells the story of a mysterious woman wandering the streets, clinging to lost love and broken dreams, symbolizing heartbreak, faded beauty, and the passage of time. It’s a tragic Southern tale filled with emotional depth and unanswered questions. Originally written by Larry Collins and Alex Harvey, “Delta Dawn” was first recorded by Bette Midler in 1970. Two ye