You Can't Grow Peaches On A Cherry Tree
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns · The Three Bells [Bear Family] [1993]
Doo, doo, doo, doo
Doo, doo, doo, doo
Doo, doo, doo, doo.
I'd have tried to make you love me
I've done everything your way
And I'm trying for the words
You'll never say.
You think love has an illusion
It must end in sad inclusion
If that's what you feel
That's just how it will be.
Doo, doo, doo, doo
Doo, doo, doo, doo
You can't grow peaches
On a cherry tree.
When I feel the peaches blossom
I'll regreat I said goodbye
I'll remember cherry kisses
And I'll cry.
But I can't go on pretending
That our love is never ending
For you can't be loved
Unless you want to be.
Doo, doo, doo, doo
Doo, doo, doo, doo
And you can't grow peaches
On a cherry tree.
Someday I will find a new love
But for you that can be none love
For you can't be loved
Unless you want to be.
Doo, doo, doo, doo
Doo, doo, doo, doo
You can't grow peaches
On a cherry tree...
You Can't Grow Peaches On A Cherry Tree
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns deliver a spirited performance on this track, showcasing the group's signature blend of traditional country and gospel influences. As a member of the legendary Brown family, Jim Ed Brown brought a distinct baritone that anchored the ensemble's harmonies throughout their career. This recording captures the group's ability to weave moral lessons into accessible melodies, a hallmark of their extensive discography. The song reflects the broader themes often explored in their work, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and natural order within their musical storytelling. While part of a larger collection of recordings, this piece stands as a testament to the group's enduring appeal and their contribution to the genre's rich history.