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”.
No Love at All
The Browns Lyrics
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And why've not my good intentions
Brought life like You said they would
Or did You not say that at all
Was it simply the call
Made by my very own breath
The result of my self drawn conclusion
Could it be that I don't know
Could it be that You can see
Further than my mind can be
And all of life, love, and the rest
Is simply handled by You
Lived for You is best
Oh who've I become
And why's not my rabbit's foot
Brought me life like You said it would
Or did You not say that at all
Was it simply the call
Made by my very own breath
The result of my self drawn conclusion
Could it be that I don't know
All about life, love, and the rest
Could it be that You can see
Further than my mind can be
And all of life, love, and the rest
Is simply handled by You
Lived for You is best
Lead this blind man
Lead this wandering soul
Break this mold
Break this superstition
Won't You lead this blind man
Lead this wandering soul
Break this mold
Break this superstition
Oh you can return to Me
Oh you can return to Me
Oh you can return to Me
Oh you can come home to Me
Oh you can return to Me
Oh you can come home to Me
We return, return to You
We return to You
We return, return to You
We return to You
We return, return to You
We return to You
We return to You
With all our hearts, in all we do
We return, we return to You
We return to You
With all our hearts, in all we do
We return, we return to You
We return to You
With all our hearts, in all we do
We return, we return to You
We return to You
With all our hearts, in all we do
We return, we return to You
We return to You
With all our hearts, in all we do
We return, we return to You
We return to You
With all our hearts, in all we do
We return, we return to You
The lyrics of "No Love at All" by The Browns delve into themes of self-reflection, questioning one's beliefs and actions, and seeking guidance from a higher power. The song begins with the singer pondering the absence of someone they had relied on for guidance. They question why their good intentions have not brought them the life they were promised or if those promises were even made in the first place. The singer wonders if their own conclusions and decisions led them astray instead of relying on external guidance.
The second paragraph continues the contemplation, focusing on the singer's personal transformation and the perceived lack of results from relying on mere superstitions, symbolically represented by the "rabbit's foot." They question if they have misunderstood the nature of life, love, and the rest, and acknowledge the possibility that there is a greater perspective beyond their own limited understanding. The lyrics emphasize the idea that their entire existence, encompassing life, love, and everything else, is ultimately in the hands of a higher power.
The chorus serves as a plea for guidance and liberation from the confines of their current state. They request to be led by the higher power, to have their mind and perspective expanded beyond the limitations imposed by their own mold and superstitions. The repetition of this plea highlights the earnest desire for change and a willingness to break free from the chains of self-imposed beliefs.
In the final section, the lyrics shift to a message of redemption and the possibility of returning to the higher power. It suggests that despite the struggles and uncertainty experienced, one can find their way back to a place of belonging and security. The repeated phrase "return to Me" signifies the call to come home, to reunite with the higher power, and to seek solace and guidance within this connection. The last lines express a collective acknowledgment and commitment to this return, stating that it will be carried out with all their hearts and in all their actions, signifying a complete surrender to the guidance and influence of the higher power.
Overall, "No Love at All" reflects a journey of self-discovery, acknowledging the limitations of personal understanding and seeking guidance and redemption from a higher power. It encourages listeners to break free from self-imposed beliefs, embrace change, and ultimately find solace and purpose in a connection with something greater than themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh where have You gone
Where is God or a higher power in my life?
And why've not my good intentions
Why haven't my well-meaning actions produced the desired results?
Brought life like You said they would
Delivered the promised fulfillment or happiness
Or did You not say that at all
Were these expectations just my own imagination?
Was it simply the call
Was it merely the result
Made by my very own breath
Created by my own thoughts or beliefs
The result of my self-drawn conclusion
The outcome of my own assumption or interpretation
Could it be that I don't know
Is it possible that I lack understanding
All about life, love, and the rest
Everything there is to know about existence, affection, and the other aspects
Could it be that You can see
Is it possible that God or a higher power has greater insight
Further than my mind can be
Beyond the limitations of my own thinking
And all of life, love, and the rest
And every aspect of existence, affection, and the other aspects
Is simply handled by You
Is merely managed or controlled by God or a higher power
Lived for You is best
Living in accordance with God's will or purpose is the ideal
Oh who've I become
What kind of person have I turned into?
And why's not my rabbit's foot
Why hasn't my supposed lucky charm or superstition
Brought me life like You said it would
Provided the promised fulfillment or happiness
Was it simply the call
Was it just the result
Made by my very own breath
Created by my own thoughts or beliefs
The result of my self-drawn conclusion
The outcome of my own assumption or interpretation
Won't You lead this blind man
Can't You guide someone who is spiritually lost or unaware
Lead this wandering soul
Guide someone who is aimlessly searching or lost
Break this mold
Disrupt or shatter this pattern or way of thinking
Break this superstition
End this irrational belief or practice
Oh you can return to Me
You have the ability to come back to God or a higher power
Oh you can come home to Me
You can find solace or belonging with God or a higher power
We return, return to You
We come back, come back to God or a higher power
With all our hearts, in all we do
With complete devotion and in every aspect of our lives
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Collin Brown
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Maxine Russell
Thanks to everyone for leaving these nice comments. I enjoy listening to this big sound, even tho at times our voices are not loud enough. Its a great song .
Orbie Olsson
This trio was such a gift!
Tom Russell
I enjoy hearing the songs that were miss-hits. Love the arrangement on this one. Appreciate the post, hope some of the fans will like it. (Maxine Brown)
WendyKS93
Never heard this before but I sure do like it. Thanks for sharing it. Very different sound for them.
Tom Russell
Love it, Love it, one of the many miss-hits for The Browns. (Maxine Brown)
Tom Russell
Enjoyed hearing one more time, thank you "The Saraui." (Maxine Brown)
M.W.1307
You can see Elvis Presley together with the Browns in the video, is it actually Elvis singing right at the end in the background "NO LOVE AT ALL"???