1) The Browns were … Read Full Bio ↴There are three bands under the name The Browns.
1) The Browns were an American family singing group from Pine Bluff, Arkansas made up of Jim Ed Brown and his sisters, Maxine Brown and Bonnie Brown.
Country music singers, they sang individually at rural venues until 1954 when Maxine Brown, and younger brother Jim Ed, signed a record contract as a singing duo. Eighteen-year-old Bonnie joined the group in 1955, and the following year they were signed by Chet Atkins, RCA Victor Records producer in Nashville, Tennessee. The family trio recorded several songs that met with only modest success until 1959, when their 45 rpm folk single called "The Three Bells" was a no. 1 hit on both the Billboard Hot 100 pop music and country music charts. Based on a song called "Les trois cloches," the song was originally a hit in France for both the group Les Compagnons de la chanson and Édith Piaf.
The Browns followed up the success of "The Three Bells" with "Scarlet Ribbons" and "The Old Lamplighter," recordings that also did very well on both the pop and country music charts. With an international following, The Browns toured Europe extensively and recorded further moderate successes on the country music charts. In 1963, they became part of the Grand Ole Opry.
In 1965, Jim Ed Brown began working on a solo career, and in 1967 the trio formally disbanded. Jim Ed continued to record for RCA and had a number of country hits starting in 1965 while still with The Browns. In 1967, he released his first solo top 10 with "Pop A Top" which became his signature song. In 1970, he gained a crossover hit with "Morning" which went to number 4 on the country charts and number 47 on the pop charts. Other hits for Jim Ed included "Angel's Sunday"(1971), "Southern Loving"(1973), "Sometime Sunshine"(1974) and "It's That Time Of Night"(1974). In 1976, he released a string of major duet hits with Helen Cornelius starting with the #1 hit "I Don't Wanna Have To Marry You". Other hits for the duo included "Saying Hello, Saying I Love You, Saying Goodbye"(1977), "Born Believer"(1977), "I'll Never Be Free"(1978), "If The World Ran Out Of Love Tonight"(1978), "You Don't Bring Me Flowers"(1979), "Lying In Love With You"(1979), "Fools"(1979), "Morning Comes Too Early"(1980), and "Don't Bother To Knock"(1981).
Jim Ed has also hosted the syndicated country shows Jim Ed Brown's Country Place, and Nashville On The Road. On The Nashville Network he hosted the talent show You Can Be A Star, and the travel show Going Our Way which featured his wife, Becky, where they went traveling to different places in an RV.
Maxine Brown briefly had a solo career during the late 1960's releasing an album and single for Chart Records titled "Sugar Cane Country".
In 2006, the Browns reunited to perform "The Old Lamplighter" and "The Three Bells" for the PBS special, Country Pop Legends.
2) A horror-themed punk band. Formed in 1998, they played consistently for a year and a half around Western Canada, opening for The New Bomb Turks, Nashville Pussy, AFI, and Good Riddance. In the spring of 1998 the band self-released their first album "Getting Jiggy with The Browns". At this time, the line up was much different; Charlie - Guitar & Vocals, Emmett - Guitar, Leroy - Bass, Freddy - Drums and Lucy - Keyboards.
During the summer of 1998 Lucy and Emmet left the band, Freddy moved to Guitar and a new drummer named ODB began performing live shows, a new keyboard player was not sought out. Also around this time Charlie gave up his guitar duties and focused solely on lead vocals.
In 1999 Meter Records (Canada) released "Greatest Hits Volume One." Shortly after the release The Motherfucking Browns played what they said was their "final" show (summer of 1999) much to the dismay of both Meter Records and the Western Canadian music scene.
In 2000 Middle Man Records (USA) released a split 7" record with The Motherfucking Browns and John Q. Public. The Motherfucking Browns contributed a song from their 1999 album; "Lady, Stay Dead!" alongside a cover of "Bullet" a cover by the influential horror-rock band The Misfits.
2003 saw the release of Tony Hawk's Underground, video game for all major gaming platforms. Alongside bands like Kiss and Social Distortion, The Motherfucking Browns contributed a censored version of their song: "American Werewolf in Calgary". Tony Hawk's Underground went on to win several awards as a groundbreaking video game in 2003.
With the success of Tony Hawk's Underground a new website for the band was announced as well as a new myspace site. Both sites confirmed The Motherfucking Browns were performing with a new line-up: Charlie - Vocals, Eddie - Guitar, James - Bass, Joe - Drums.
2004 saw the release of "And Now the Screaming Starts!" on Meter Records (Canada). After much publicity, and several live shows in the Mid West USA, Horror High Records released their single "The Scream on Halloween" on their "Prom Queen Massacre" compilation, featuring other horror-rock bands such as Blitzkid and Calabrese.
After nearly three years of no activity Meter Records reported that The Motherfucking Browns have returned with the original line up that played on "Greatest Hits Volume One" (except ODB who had since passed away, and replaced by Chow Yun). In the fall of 2007 The Motherfucking Browns played a triumphant "comeback" show in their hometown of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Performing alongside fellow horror rockers Forbidden Dimension. In an interview with Beatroute Magazine a new album for 2008 was announced.
The band is known for their abrasive stage shows, wearing Balaclava ski masks on stage, and songs primarily about horror movies. Charlie Brown is also a contributing writer for horror website www.killerfilm.com
"The best band in the fucking world, you fuckers!"
3) The Browns, a gospel-influenced band, exude excitement on the stage and offer a life-changing experience to all who hear them. The Browns deliver the powerful message of the gospel through word and song that engage audiences of all ages.
The Browns have been touring across the United States since the group began its full-time ministry nine years ago. The heralded group began on the local and state level and has expanded and grown into a national touring group.
This year The Browns received the prestigious honor of Top 10 Mixed Group of the Year for the second year in a row. The Browns will be attending the Singing News Magazine fan awards at the National Quartet Convention in Louisville, KY. “It started out with the Singing News magazine fans voting for the top ten,” Michaela said. “We had no idea we were up for this ward until we got an e-mail to tell us. We were up with some wonderful groups. This honor is very rewarding coming from the fans and knowing that we’ve touched their hearts or ministered to them in some way.” Previously The Browns had been awarded the Top Horizon Group of the Year for 3 consecutive years.
The group has finished their newest recording at the Sound Kitchen and Daywind Studios in Nashville, TN with Grammy award winning producer, Bubba Smith. ”A New Day” will be the Browns 10th national CD release. The newest single on the album has just climbed to #25 on the national radio charts. It is written by group member Jessica, and her fiance, Nick Trammell intitled “It’s A God Thing”.
Looking back to see
The Browns Lyrics
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If I was looking back to see if you were looking back at me
You were cute as you could be standing looking back at me
And it was plain to see that I'd enjoy your company
One Sunday afternoon as I was ridin' down the street
I met a cute little girl all dressed up so sweet
And the way that she was stacked I wish I'd've had a Cadillac
I was looking back to see...
[ piano - guitar ]
Now listen baby it doesn't matter to me
Even in your model T you're as cute as you can be
If you'll come sit by my side I will take for a ride
And I will guarantee we'll have fun oh man alive
I was looking back to see...
(Oh me oh gee) perhaps you'd notice me if I wadn't drivin' this model T
So I was looking back to see...
The Browns's song Looking Back to See tells a sweet story of two people who catch each other's eyes while passing on the street. The lyrics suggest that both of them were checking to see if the other was also looking back at them. The singer finds the girl cute and hopes for her company, but feels inferior because he is driving a Model T instead of a Cadillac. Nevertheless, he is determined to make the most of the situation and offers to take her for a ride. The chorus repeats the initial lines, emphasizing the back-and-forth glances that led to their meeting.
The lyrics of the song convey a mixture of shyness, attraction, and determination. The repetition of the looking back to see phrase creates a sense of suspense and anticipation, as both characters are trying to gauge each other's interest. The contrast between the singer's modest means and the girl's attractiveness creates an underdog appeal and a sense of hope that true connection can happen despite outward appearances. The overall tone of the song is upbeat, playful, and romantic, conveying a sense of joy in the possibility of new love.
Line by Line Meaning
I was looking back to see if you were looking back to see
I turned around to check if you were also checking me out
If I was looking back to see if you were looking back at me
I wondered if you were looking back at me while I was checking you out
You were cute as you could be standing looking back at me
You were charming and attractive as you stood and looked at me
And it was plain to see that I'd enjoy your company
It was evident that I would love spending time with you
One Sunday afternoon as I was ridin' down the street
On a Sunday afternoon while driving down the street
I met a cute little girl all dressed up so sweet
I came across an adorable girl who was dressed very nicely
And the way that she was stacked I wish I'd've had a Cadillac
She was so attractive that I wished I had a fancy car like a Cadillac
For who would notice me just drivin' this model T
I believed no one would pay attention to me driving my ordinary car
Now listen baby it doesn't matter to me
Hey listen, it doesn't matter to me
Even in your model T you're as cute as you can be
Even in your average car, you're still charming and attractive
If you'll come sit by my side I will take for a ride
If you come and sit next to me, I will take you on a trip
And I will guarantee we'll have fun oh man alive
I promise we will have an amazing time
(Oh me oh gee) perhaps you'd notice me if I wadn't drivin' this model T
(Oh my goodness) maybe you would have noticed me if I wasn't driving this car
So I was looking back to see...
So that's why I turned to look at you in the first place
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JIM EDWARD BROWN, MAXINE BROWN
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@nancysiler7060
Brings back memories of my Mom n Dad...they always played them..on vinyl no less! They had bought this big console stereo that was a prominent piece of furniture in our home! Loved those days and certainly missing Mom and Daddy...oh so much!
Kidd out there if you're reading this treasure your parents because once they're gone they're just sweet/sad memories! Mom and Daddy I miss you both. I'll see you in heaven some day! ❤ 💙
@shellymonroe5588
Omg my mom loved this song I even caught her singing and recorded her but she passed away 7 yrs ago. I love u mom
@shirleyjennings5787
Awesome
@iwashere1860
😋 I love this song!
@kevinmurtagh3434
There a new version of this in Ireland
@drkrumatters5759
GREAT HIT SONG FOR THE BROWNS. WRITTEN BY MAXINE BROWN (WHO ALSO SINGS THE SOLO IN THE SONG). WHAT A VOICE!!
@carmenhardy2629
She was so talented.
@javiermonteagudo6085
Temazo rockabilly grandes The Brown
@nelsonrasmussen6942
I still love The Browns-and THIS (O:
@raymondlevine8723
Great music