The Young Land
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns · The Three Bells [Bear Family] [1993]
Have you heard there's a place called the Young Land
Where a kiss is worth more than pure gold
Lovers walk hand in hand in search of this land
Where true love will never grow old.
Ask me how do I know of the Young Land
Well, now I've had a love of my own
But she left me one day, now I can't find my way
So I'll search for the Young Land alone.
Lovers will seek so fine that the Young Land's a state of mind
Take a word from the wise and be careful to be sure and love all you can
With the love you can share you will find everywhere
Everywhere in the world is a Young Land.
(Young Land.)
Young Land.
Young Land...
The Young Land
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns deliver a soulful rendition of 'The Young Land' on their 1993 Bear Family release, The Three Bells. As a prominent figure in the gospel and soul revival movement, Jim Ed Brown's voice carries the weight of tradition while embracing contemporary musical textures. This track exemplifies the group's ability to blend spiritual themes with accessible pop sensibilities, characteristic of their extensive discography from the early 1990s. The recording captures the essence of the era's church music reimagined for modern audiences, showcasing Brown's mastery of phrasing and emotional delivery. It stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of gospel artists who bridged the gap between sacred worship and secular entertainment, influencing countless subsequent recordings in the genre.