Starting his career on the Television show Designing Women, Engvall hit his acclaimed first "big break" when he went on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, and from there won the American Comedy Awards Comic of the Year, landing then on the television show Delta Burke, which lasted for one year, and from then on producing his albums. Before becoming a well-known comedian, Engvall joined the popular talent show Star Search.
Engvall's career toiled in relative obscurity for several years, hitting a low point while starring as CHUD #14 in the cult film C.H.U.D, until he turned his most famous routine, "Here's Your Sign," into a song by country music star Travis Tritt. The song was a hit, catapulting Engvall to comedic stardom. More recently, he recorded a Comedy Central special and starred with fellow comedians Jeff Foxworthy, Larry the Cable Guy, and Ron White in the hit redneck-themed stand-up movie Blue Collar Comedy Tour (as well as its sequels and spin-off TV show). The Blue Collar group has been called the redneck Rat Pack. Foxworthy is both the leader and most famous of the group, like the Rat Pack's Frank Sinatra. Engvall equates to Dean Martin, since he is the best friend of the leader, and is arguably the second-most famous member of the group.
He is married to his wife Gail since 1982 and has a daughter named Emily, a junior at the University of Puget Sound, as well as a son named Travis.
The Differences in Years
Bill Engvall Lyrics
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With The Sun In My Eyes
I do not need you. Nor do I listen to the words you say.
Strongly I heed you. But ev'ry promise seems to fade away.
Who is the clown that walks in the steps of my shadow?
Is it the man who does what he can but never does it right?
How can I prove? There is no reasoning or asking why.
Only to prove. I love you deeply with the sun in my eyes.
Who is the clown that walks in the steps of my shadow?
Is it the man who does what he can but never does it right?
How can I prove? There is no reasoning or asking why.
Only to prove. I love you deeply with the sun in my eyes.
I love you deeply with the sun in my eyes
I love you deeply with the sun in my eyes.
In Bill Engvall's song "The Differences In Years" he discusses the differences between his grandparents' generation and his own. Despite the generational gap and the advancements of technology and societal changes, Engvall acknowledges the similarities and basic human emotions that remain constant. He speaks of his father experiencing war and his grandfather experiencing the Great Depression, while he has never experienced anything comparable. The song highlights the sacrifices of those before us and how they have influenced and affected our lives.
"The Differences In Years" is a poignant reminder of the importance of family history and stories, and the value of recognizing and honoring those who came before us. The lyrics speak of the timeless nature of love and the importance of acknowledging those we care for. Despite the changes in society and culture, the emotions and connections we share with those we love remain as strong as ever.
Line by Line Meaning
I do not need you. Nor do I listen to the words you say.
I don't rely on you or pay attention to your words.
Strongly I heed you. But ev'ry promise seems to fade away.
I listen to you, but your promises don't come true.
Who is the clown that walks in the steps of my shadow?
Who's the fool following in my footsteps?
Is it the man who does what he can but never does it right?
Is it the person who tries, but can't do anything correctly?
How can I prove? There is no reasoning or asking why.
There's no explanation or way to prove my feelings.
Only to prove. I love you deeply with the sun in my eyes.
I only need to prove my love to you, even with the sun in my eyes.
I love you deeply with the sun in my eyes.
I deeply love you, even when it's hard to see with the sun in my eyes.
Contributed by Isabella L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.