Just as Long as You Love Me
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns · The Three Bells [Bear Family] [1993]
Just as long as you love me
My future is safe
When your arms are about me
Heaven opens the gate.
Just as long as you love me
I'll never get sorry
Little tears that appear in my eyes
For there only tears of joy.
Oh, please keep tellin' me
How mush I mean to you
And heaven help me be
More worthy of lovin' you.
Just as long as you love me
My hearts not afraid
Of what tomorrow might have in store
Or the things it must face.
--- Instrumental ---
Oh, please keep tellin' me
How much I mean to you
And heaven help me be
More worthy of loving you.
Just as long as you love me
My hearts not afraid
Of what tomorrow might have in store
Or the things it must face.
Just as long as you love me.
Just as Long as You Love Me
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns deliver a soulful rendition of "Just as Long as You Love Me" on their 1993 Bear Family release, The Three Bells. Rooted in the gospel and soul traditions of the 1950s, the track features Brown's distinctive vocal delivery, characterized by a warm, baritone tone that anchors the song's emotional narrative. The recording captures the group's signature sound, blending traditional church music with contemporary R&B influences prevalent during the era. This track stands as a testament to Brown's ability to interpret classic spiritual themes with a modern sensibility, offering a poignant reflection on devotion and enduring affection. The album serves as a curated collection of such works, highlighting the group's contribution to the preservation and revival of mid-century gospel and soul recordings.
