Then I'll Stop Loving You
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns · The Three Bells [Bear Family] [1993]
If there's water in the desert
Sand out in the sea
If you were not an angel
Sweet as you could be.
You could turn the night today
Make all my dreams come true
Say how far it is to heaven
Then I'll stop loving you.
If the earth is up above us
Stars are down below
If there are daisies in the desert
Roses in the snow?
If today can be tomorrow
If old things can be new
If you can live without a heartbeat
Then I'll stop loving you.
--- Instrumental ---
There's no daisies in the desert
No roses in the snow
The earth is not above us
The stars are not below.
Today can't be tomorrow
Old things can't be new
I can't live without a heartbeat
And I can't stop loving you.
I can't live without a heartbeat
And I can't stop loving you...
Then I'll Stop Loving You
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns deliver a soulful rendition of 'Then I'll Stop Loving You' on their 1993 Bear Family release, The Three Bells. Rooted in the gospel and R&B traditions of the 1960s, the track features Brown's distinctive vocal delivery, characterized by a blend of raw emotion and rhythmic precision. The recording captures the essence of the era's church-influenced music, where spiritual themes often intersected with secular storytelling. This version highlights the group's ability to transform traditional gospel structures into compelling secular ballads, showcasing a style that remains influential in the soul and gospel revival movements. The song stands as a testament to the enduring power of Brown's vocal artistry and the collaborative spirit of the Browns.