Buttons and Bows
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns · The Three Bells [Bear Family] [1993]
And the wrong one I have chose
Let's go where they keep on wearin'
Those frills and flowers and buttons and bows
Rings and things and buttons and bows.
Don't bury me in this prairie
Take me where the cement grows
Let's move down to some big town
Where they love a gal by the cut o' your clothes
And you'll stand out, in buttons and bows.
I'll love you in buckskin
Or skirts that you've homespun
But I'll love ya' longer, stronger where
Yer friends don't tote a gun.
My bones denounce the buckboard bounce
And the cactus hurts my toes
Let's vamoose where gals keep a-usin'
Those silks and satins and linen that shows
And I'm all yours in buttons and bows.
--- Instrumental ---
Gimme eastern trimmin' where women are women
In high silk hose and peek-a-boo clothes
And French perfume that rocks the room
And I'm all yours in buttons and bows.
Buttons and bows, buttons and bows...
Buttons and Bows
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns deliver a spirited gospel recording on The Three Bells, a collection that showcases their distinctive blend of traditional hymns and contemporary arrangements. The track 'Buttons and Bows' exemplifies the group's ability to infuse sacred themes with rhythmic energy and soulful delivery, characteristic of their work in the early 1960s. Released on the Bear Family label in 1993, this album preserves their legacy, featuring a diverse catalog of spiritual anthems that highlight Jim Ed Brown's vocal prowess and the band's commitment to authentic church music. The recording stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of gospel traditions, capturing the fervor and musical craftsmanship of an era that bridged the gap between classic religious songwriting and modern performance styles.