Plain Brown Wrapper

Gary Morris

About Plain Brown Wrapper

"Plain Brown Wrapper" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Gary Morris. It was released in February 1987 as the second single and title track from the album Plain Brown Wrapper. The song reached #9 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. Morris wrote the song with Kevin Welch.


Year:
1990
3:54
96 
#1

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Lose the jewels, there's diamonds in your eyes
Lose the look, you're painted on disguise
Lose the dress, that hides the fairest prize

Lose the time, this time belongs to me
Lose your mind and let the moments be
Lose your all, you're all I'll ever need

On the outside a plain brown wrapper
On the inside solid gold
But the inside's all that matters
And the outside's just for show

Soon the years will surely fade away
Soon the time with lines and shades of gray
Soon the dreams will all be yesterdays

If all that's left is what we're feeling now
All that's changed won't matter anyhow
Rearranged, it's still the same somehow

When the outside's a plain brown wrapper
Still the inside's solid gold
But the inside's all that matters
And the outside was just for show

On the outside a plain brown wrapper
On the inside's solid gold
But the inside's all that matters
And the outside's just for show

So lose the jewels
(Plain brown wrapper)
There's diamonds in your eyes
(Plain brown wrapper)

It hides the fairest prize
(Plain brown wrapper)
Rearranged, it's still the same
(Plain brown wrapper)

All the years
(Plain brown wrapper)
On the inside's solid gold
On the outside's just for show
(Plain brown wrapper)

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Gary Morris

Gary Gwyn Morris (born December 7, 1948) is an American country music artist who charted a string of countrypolitan-styled hit songs throughout the 1980s. more »

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Written by: MORRIS, WELCH

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Genre
"Plain Brown Wrapper" is classified as a country music song, contributing to Gary Morris' reputation as a prominent male vocalist in 1980s country music.
Album
The song is featured on the album "Plain Brown Wrapper", which was released in 1986, marking Morris' seventh album.
Collaboration
In creating the album, Gary Morris worked closely with producer Paul Worley, who is recognized for his work with other famous country artists like The Band Perry and Dixie Chicks.
Chart Performance
"Plain Brown Wrapper" reached the fifth position on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, solidifying its popularity within the country music scene.
Award Nominations
Gary Morris, the singer of "Plain Brown Wrapper," received multiple country music award nominations within the same year that the song was released.
Musical Style
Like many of Morris' songs, "Plain Brown Wrapper" is known for its melancholic, touching lyrics and his powerful vocal performance.
Songwriter
The song was written by Gary Morris and Jamie Brantley, showcasing Morris' talent in not just performing but creating music as well.
Live Performances
"Plain Brown Wrapper" has been performed by Gary Morris at various live concerts, award functions, and television appearances, demonstrating its lasting popularity amongst listeners.
Critical Reception
The song received positive reviews from music critics, with its mature handling of heartbreak themes and soulful composition being especially praised.
Legacy
Even today, "Plain Brown Wrapper" is considered one of Gary Morris' greatest hits, exemplifying his vocal prowess and his contribution to the country music genre.

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