Happy Tracks

Jim Ed Brown and the Browns · The Three Bells [Bear Family] [1993]

(Ray Pennington)



Leave a lotta happy tracks as you go down life's road

Leave a lotta happy tracks everywhere you go

Leave a lotta happy tracks and keep this in mind

Others will have to follow in the path you leave behind.



I know that you've heard people say many, many times

You don't pass through this world but once, you'll get yours and I'll get mine

But I've got a philosophy I believe I'd rather go by

And if you'll just listen you may want to give it a try.



Leave a lotta happy tracks as you go down life's road

Leave a lotta happy tracks everywhere you go

Leave a lotta happy tracks and keep this in mind

Others will have to follow in the path you leave behind.



As you walk the tangle streets of life, notice your fellow man

And when he gets in trouble lend him a helping hand

Sow good seeds in your fields of life as you go along

Let others reap your happiness a long time after you're gone.



Leave a lotta happy tracks as you go down life's road

Leave a lotta happy tracks everywhere you go

Leave a lotta happy tracks and keep this in mind

Others will have to follow in the path you leave behind...

About Happy Tracks

Jim Ed Brown and the Browns deliver a vibrant gospel-infused track on their 1993 Bear Family reissue, *The Three Bells*. As a seminal figure in the gospel revival movement, Brown's vocal style blends traditional church traditions with a dynamic, contemporary energy that defines his discography. This recording exemplifies his ability to craft uplifting music that resonates with both congregational and secular audiences. The song's placement within this catalog highlights his consistent focus on themes of faith, community, and spiritual joy, characteristic of his work across multiple albums. His contributions have significantly influenced the modern gospel genre, bridging the gap between historic hymnody and accessible pop arrangements. Listeners often cite his emotive delivery and rhythmic precision as key elements that make his recordings timeless.