You Just Haven't Done It Yet

Statler Brothers · Showtime [Crossroads] [2001]

(Will Reid - Longdon Reid - Pat Weiman)



I knew she was the one the second I feel in love

Like a pocket on a shirt she fit me like a glove

There's nothing I wanted more than for her to be my wife

But it scared me to think of taking on another life.



It was the longest night before our wedding day

I wasn't having second thoughts I just had more prayers to say

I sat there in the church alone asked my father man to man

Can I live up to the promise when I don't know if I can.



Well, I remember the first bike that I tried to ride

I couldn't ride it no matter how hard I tried

Then my dad told me the secret that I never will forget

He said it's not that you can't do it you just haven't I done it yet.



--- Instrumental ---



After five good years of marriage my promise is still good

Now she wants to be a mother and I'm faced with fatherhood

So I prayed to my father I need some help once again

Do you think I'll do alright dad I don't know if I can.



Well, I remember the first bike that I tried to ride

I couldn't ride it no matter how hard I tried

Then my dad told me the secret that I never will forget

He said, it's not that you can't do it you just haven't I done it yet.



He said, it's not that you can't do it son

You just haven't I done it yet...

You Just Haven't Done It Yet

Recorded by the Statler Brothers, this track exemplifies their signature blend of gospel-infused country and bluegrass. Released on the Showtime album, the song showcases the group's harmonies and storytelling prowess, characteristic of their extensive discography spanning decades. The Statler Brothers were renowned for their ability to weave traditional folk elements with contemporary arrangements, creating a sound that resonated across multiple generations. Their work often drew from the rich traditions of Southern gospel and country music, delivering performances that were both spiritually uplifting and musically intricate. This recording stands as a testament to their enduring legacy in the genre, capturing the warmth and authenticity that defined their career.