The group formed on December 25, 1970 with Randy Perry and his sisters Debbie and Libbi in Georgia. In the mid-80's, the group signed with former pianist for the Happy Goodman Family, Eddie Crook on his, then new, Morning Star Records label. Also during this time Libbi met and married Tracy Stuffle who would become the group's bass singer.
Eventually Debbie left the group to rear her family and the Perrys were joined by soprano singer Denise Helton. During this time the Perrys experienced enormous growth in their popularity with such songs as "I Remember The Day", "I'll Go On", "The Mountain", "He Knows How", "Get Involved", "This Is Just What Heaven Means To Me" (a remake of a classic Happy Goodman Family song) and "The Rock of Ages".
In the mid-90's, shortly after the release of the very popular "Grace" album, Randy Perry left the road to concentrate more on evangelistic work and Denise Helton would also leave the group to pursue other ventures. Nicole Watts and Barry Scott would come in to fill these spots. Barry Scott soon left the group and was replaced by Mike Bowling, a former member of the New Hinsons. In 1997, the group made a record label transition from their home of a dozen years, MorningStar Records, to Daywind records owned by Dottie Leonard Miller. They also signed an exclusive booking agreement with Harper and Associates. Their debut album on Daywind, "Crossings", included their first two #1 songs on the Singing News charts, "Not Even a Stone" and "By Faith I Can Touch Him Now."
Mike would also leave to join with the The Crabb Family and also pursue his own solo career; and Nicole Watts married and departed the group shortly after Mike's departure. David Hill joined the Perrys and held the lead position for approximately nine months. His only album with the group was, "Absolutely, Positively, Live!", which featured the #1 hit, "Praise God, It's Settled, I'm Saved." Loren Harris, formerly of the Wilburns, took the lead position shortly afterward. After Nicole's departure, this time marked a turning point for the Perrys.
Having always been a quartet consisting of two females and two males, the group was faced with a decision that many had been anticipating for some time. The group decided to not fill the position of Nicole Watts with another soprano but to turn that position over to a male- hence the hiring of baritone Curt Davis.The group has since became a 3 male, one female group and has gained very high status in the southern gospel community. After the departure of group pianist Dennis Horton in 2000, Adam Harman joined the group. Adam departed the group in 2002 to join the Dollywood based quartet, the Kingdom Heirs. It was during this time that the Perrys had their fourth #1 song, "I Rest My Case at the Cross" written by the great master songwriter Kyla Rowland. Justin Ellis, formerly of the Accords, took the pianist position and remained with the group until July of 2004. In August of 2003, Curt Davis resigned his baritone position with the Perrys. After the fill-in from the Perrys' producer Wayne Haun including National Quartet Convention 2003, the Perrys hired Joseph Habedank for the baritone position. Soon after Joseph Habedank joined the group, patriarch of the Perrys, George Perry, passed away in November of 2003. Though this was a time of testing for Libbi and all of the Perrys, they managed to keep on singing for God's kingdom. After the departure of Justin Ellis to perform with the Crabb Family, the Perrys hired Matthew Holt as the group's pianist in September of 2004 at the National Quartet Convention. It was around this time that the Perrys had their fifth and latest #1 song, "I Wish I Could Have Been There." Mr. Holt was hired as pianist approximately one day before the Perrys were awarded their first Singing News Fan Award for Favorite Mixed Quartet of the Year.
Fans and the Southern Gospel Music industry showed the Perrys support for their hard work by honoring them Singing News Fan Awards for the 2004, 2005, and 2006 Mixed Quartet Of The Year. The Perrys also received the Harmony Honors Awards for Favorite Album of the Year, This Is the Day, and for Favorite Song of the Year, I Wish I Could Have Been There written by Wayne Haun and Joel Lindsey. Libbi Perry Stuffle was awarded Singing News Fan Awards for the 2005 Female Vocalist and Alto Singer Of The Year and the 2006 Alto Singer of the Year. The Perrys were also awarded the Singing News Fan Award for Album of the Year in 2006 for their album Remembering the Happy Goodmans.
In August of 2006, the Perrys announced that longtime lead vocalist, Loren Harris, had resigned his position with the group in order to spend more time at home with his family. The decision was made by the Perrys to move Joseph Habedank to the vacant lead position and bring in Nick Trammell (son of legendary baritone Mark Trammell) to fill the baritone position. The first recording, entitled "Look No Further", under the new line-up was released in September 2007 at the National Quartet Convention. In addition to the release of the album, Nick Trammell received the Horizon Individual award by the Singing News Fans for 2007. Several months later in July 2008, Matthew Holt announced his departure from the group to pursue other interests. Bryan Elliott, formerly of the Anchormen and the Palmetto State Quartet, joined the Perrys as pianist in August 2008. His first concert with the group was August 8, 2008.
It was announced February 24 that Nick Trammell was departing as baritone singer. Former sound manager Troy Peach has been hired as Trammell's replacement.
There's No Place Like Home
Perrys Lyrics
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'Cause no matter how far away you roam
When you pine for the sunshine of a friendly gaze
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home
I met a man who lives in Tennessee, he was headin' for
Pennsylvania and some homemade pumpkin pie
From Pennsylvania folks are travellin'
From Atlantic to Pacific
Gee the traffic is terrific
Oh, there's no place like home for the holidays
'Cause no matter how far away you roam
If you wanna to be happy in a million ways
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home
Take a bus, take a train, go and hop an aeroplane
Put the wife an' kiddies in the family car
For the pleasure that you bring when you make that doorbell ring
No trip could be too far
I met a man who lives in Tennessee, he was headin' for
Pennsylvania and some homemade pumpkin pie (some pumpkin pie)
From Pennsylvania folks are travellin'
Down to Dixie's sunny shore
From Atlantic to Pacific
Gee the traffic is terrific
Oh, there's no place like home for the holidays
'Cause no matter how far away you roam
If you want to be happy in a million ways
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home
The lyrics of Perry Como's song "There's No Place Like Home for the Holidays" evoke a strong sense of nostalgia and longing for the comfort and familiarity of home during the holiday season. The opening lines emphasize the sentiment that no matter how far one may travel, there is truly no place like home for the holidays. The imagery of pining for the "sunshine of a friendly gaze" conveys a deep yearning for the warmth and connection that comes from being surrounded by loved ones in a familiar environment.
The lyrics continue with a vivid depiction of a man from Tennessee making his way to Pennsylvania for some homemade pumpkin pie, highlighting the traditional customs and familial ties often associated with the holiday season. The mention of people traveling from Pennsylvania to Dixie's sunny shore further emphasizes the idea of people journeying long distances to be with their loved ones during this special time of year. The reference to the bustling traffic from Atlantic to Pacific adds to the sense of movement and anticipation that comes with holiday travel.
The chorus of the song reinforces the idea that home is where true happiness is found during the holidays, and that the simple joys of being with family and friends outweigh any material or external pleasures. Whether it's taking a bus, train, airplane, or simply ringing the doorbell upon arrival, the message is clear that the act of coming together with loved ones is what truly makes the holiday season special. The repetition of "home sweet home" serves as a comforting refrain that underscores the central theme of the song.
In conclusion, "There's No Place Like Home for the Holidays" captures the essence of the holiday spirit and the universal desire to be surrounded by loved ones in familiar surroundings during this festive time of year. The lyrics pay homage to cherished traditions, the joy of reunion, and the irreplaceable feeling of coming home. Through its heartfelt depiction of the simple pleasures and profound emotional connections that define the holiday season, the song resonates with listeners on a deeply personal level, reminding us all of the timeless truth that there truly is no place like home for the holidays.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, there's no place like home for the holidays
Home is the best place to be during the holidays
'Cause no matter how far away you roam
No matter how much you travel away from home
When you pine for the sunshine of a friendly gaze
When you long for the warmth of familiar faces
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home
There's nothing better than being at home during the holidays
I met a man who lives in Tennessee, he was headin' for
I encountered a man from Tennessee who was traveling towards
Pennsylvania and some homemade pumpkin pie
Pennsylvania for some delicious homemade pumpkin pie
From Pennsylvania folks are travellin'
People from Pennsylvania are also traveling
Down to Dixie's sunny shore
To the sunny shores of Dixie
From Atlantic to Pacific
Traveling from the Atlantic to the Pacific
Gee the traffic is terrific
Experiencing busy traffic
If you wanna to be happy in a million ways
If you want to experience happiness in countless ways
Take a bus, take a train, go and hop an aeroplane
Use any mode of transportation - bus, train, or plane
Put the wife an' kiddies in the family car
Load your spouse and children into the car
For the pleasure that you bring when you make that doorbell ring
Bringing joy by ringing the doorbell
No trip could be too far
No journey is too long when it leads you home
If you want to be happy in a million ways
If you desire happiness in numerous ways
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home
There is no better place than home during the holidays
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home
There is no better place than home during the holidays
Lyrics © CARL FISCHER, LLC, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Al Stillman, Robert Allen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@whalesfrontier
Oh, there's no place like home for the holidays
'Cause no matter how far away you roam
When you pine for the sunshine of a friendly gaze
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home!
I met a man who lives in Tennessee, and he was headin' for
Pennsylvania and some homemade pumpkin pie
From Pennsylvania folks are travellin'
Down to Dixie's sunny shore
From Atlantic to Pacific
Gee the traffic is terrific!
Oh, there's no place like home for the holidays
'Cause no matter how far away you roam
If you wanna to be happy in a million ways
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home!
Oh, there's no place like home for the holidays
When you pine for the sunshine of a friendly day
I met a man who lives in Tennessee and he was headin' for
Pennsylvania and some homemade pumpkin pie
From Pennsylvania folks are travellin'
Down to Dixie's sunny shore
From Atlantic to Pacific
Gee the traffic is terrific!
Oh, there's no place like home for the holidays
'Cause no matter how far away you roam
If you want to be happy in a million ways
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home!
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home!
@ancateodorescu289
Oh! There's no place like home for the holidays,
'Cause no matter how far away you roam,
When you pine for the sunshine of a friendly gaze,
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home!
I met a man who lives in Tennessee, he was heading for,
Pennsylvania and some homemade pumpkin pie!
From Pennsylvania folks are travellin'
Down the Dixie sunny shore,
From Atlantic to Pacific,
Gee the traffic is terrific!
Oh! There's no place like home for the holidays,
'Cause no matter how far away you roam,
If you wanna be happy in a million ways,
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home!
Take a bus, take a train, go and hop an aeroplane,
Put the wife an' kiddies in the family car!
For the pleasure that you bring when you make that doorbell ring,
No trip could be too far!
I met a man who lives in Tennessee, he was headin' for,
Pennsylvania and some homemade pumpkin pie!
( Some homemade pumpkin pie! )
From Pennsylvania folks are travellin'
Down the Dixie sunny shore,
From Atlantic to Pacific,
Gee the traffic is terrific!
Oh! There's no place like home for the holidays,
'Cause no matter how far away you roam,
If you wanna be happy in a million ways,
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home!
For the holidays you can't beat home sweet home!
@reepacheirpfirewalker8629
My mother worked at a old folks home where Perry's mother was at and he was frequently there to visit her something a lot of the other people who had parents there rarely did. One of the things she witnessed with her own eyes was as Perry was leaving a little black boy came running out with a pad and pen asking for his autograph as the car was already on the go as the kid was hoping to meet him. The car stopped and went into reverse and backed up as close to the boy without being a danger and Perry got out of the car and signed his autograph book and talked to him a few minutes before taking off, there was no paparazzi following him around or was there a photographer there to show the love of this great singer and his care to a little boy who wanted to thank the singer for his singing. Magical.
@350mcn
Great story.......you don’t meet people like that anymore!
@stetka123
Showoff
@mrs.elizabethdarcyladyofpe1288
Great story. 💗
@lenzotrumpet
@Johanne Stetka show off ?? What are you stupid ?
@richnrich04
Nice story. BUT... I long for a story when everyone simply refers to him as a child without needing/wanting to point out his race.
@eatsdelightful
Perry Como's voice just warms my heart ❤️
@bobdavis3357
He was definitely a Christmas crooner
@ineffablemars
it's so comforting
@mikhailabunidal9146
@@ineffablemars very calming , he takes us back to a time that we never lived but wished we had