Memories Made This House
Mel Tillis · She'll Be Hanging 'Round Somewhere [Kapp] [1970]
Everywhere there's a memory, mem'ries made this house.
The chairs and the table standing in the corner it seems were always filled
With good food and happy people where laughter used to live
I look at the cast through tear filled eyes at the marks our baby's Nell
Everywhere there's a memory, mem'ries made this house.
This house would die without the heart we gave it you and I
It came aloud as a love inside me grew stronger as the years went by
The bed's still standing in the same old place haven't changed the way we have
Everywhere there's a memory, mem'ries made this house.
--- Instrumental ---
You can tell that love lives here and that's why we can't leave
The house is solid but we heard it crying when love left you and me
The clothes in the closet so tell the true stories like the linings on the shelf
Everywhere there's a memory, mem'ries made this house.
Everywhere there's a memory, mem'ries made this house.
Everywhere there's a memory, mem'ries made this house...
Memories Made This House
Mel Tillis delivers a soulful country ballad on 'Memories Made This House,' a track that showcases his signature blend of smooth vocals and heartfelt storytelling. Recorded for the 1970 album 'She'll Be Hanging 'Round Somewhere,' the song reflects the era's emphasis on romantic longing and domestic nostalgia. Tillis's performance captures the emotional weight of lost love, characteristic of his work during the early 1970s. The recording stands as a testament to his ability to craft intimate, melodic country pop that resonated with audiences seeking genuine connection in their music. This track remains a notable example of his discography, highlighting his versatility beyond his famous comedic roles.