Suppertime
Jim Reeves · Welcome to My World [1996]
(Sang)
Many years ago in days of childhood
I used to play till evenin' shadows come
Then windin' down that old familiar pathway
I'd hear my mother call at set of sun.
Come home, come home it's suppertime
The shadows lengthen fast
Come home, come home it's suppertime
We're going home at last.
(Spoken)
Some of the fondest memories of my childhood
Were woven around suppertime
When my mother used to call
From the backsteps of the old homeplace
Come on home now son it's suppertime.
Ahhhh, but I'd loved to hear that once more
But you know for me time has woven the realization of
The truth that's even more thrilling and that's when
The call come up from the portals of glory
To come home for it's suppertime.
When all Gods children shall gather around the table
of the Lord, Himself and the greatest suppertime of them all.
(Sang)
Come home, come home it's suppertime
The shadows lengthen fast
Come home, come home it's suppertime
We're going home at last...
About Suppertime
Jim Reeves' "Suppertime" stands as a quintessential example of his smooth, crooning style that defined the late 1950s and early 1960s. Recorded during his prolific era, the track showcases his signature warm tone and intimate delivery, perfectly capturing the romantic mood of the era. While often associated with his gospel roots, this recording highlights his versatility as a pop and country crooner. The song has endured as a standard in the American songbook, frequently covered by artists across various genres who admire Reeves' emotive approach. Its inclusion on reissues like "Welcome to My World" underscores its status as a staple in his discography, appealing to both longtime fans and new listeners seeking the authentic sound of mid-century Nashville.