Pictures
Statler Brothers · The Best of the Statler Brothers [Mercury] [1975]
Here's the picture that we took in Cincinnati
The time we saw that big leauge baseball game
Here's the picture that we took in Printer's Alley
Down in Nashville when we met old what's his name.
Here's one of me in my old '60 Chevy
The one that let us down in Baltimore
Here's the best one that I ever seen of Betty
And can you believe the dresses that you wore.
Here's the picture that we took at graduation
I'm so glad you talked me out of quittin' school
Here I am when I worked at the filling station
And here's one of Ernie actin' like a fool.
Here's the last one that we ever took of daddy
We tried hard to make him smile but he never did
And here's one I caught of you when you weren't ready
And here I am when I was just a kid.
Oh sweetheart, it's so much fun to be reminded
Of how we used to look and what we used to do
And each time we make a memory I'm reminded
I can't picture me with no one else but you.
Here's a pose of you that looked so sweet and lovely
That's the way I pictured you right from the start
And here's a picture of you being close beside me
That's the picture that I carry in my heart.
Oh sweetheart, it's so much fun to be reminded
Of how we used to look and what we used to do
And each time we make a memory I'm reminded
I can't picture me with no one else but you.
Here's a pose of you that looked so sweet and lovely
That's the way I pictured you right from the start
And here's a picture of you being close beside me
That's the picture that I carry in my heart...
Pictures
Pictures stands as a defining track within the extensive discography of the Statler Brothers, capturing the group's signature blend of close harmony and country storytelling. Released during their prolific tenure with Mercury Records, the song exemplifies the polished production style that characterized their mid-1970s output. The Statler Brothers were renowned for their ability to weave traditional gospel influences into mainstream country and pop arrangements, creating a sound that resonated deeply with audiences across multiple generations. This recording highlights their vocal precision and emotional delivery, hallmarks that helped secure their lasting legacy in American music. As part of a celebrated body of work, the track remains a testament to the group's enduring appeal and their significant contribution to the genre's evolution during a transformative era.

