Postmarked Birmingham

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About Postmarked Birmingham

"Postmarked Birmingham" is a song recorded by American country music group Blackhawk. It was released in October 1997 as the second single from the album Love & Gravity. The song reached number 37 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song was written by Phil Vassar and Don Sampson.


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1997
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I recognize the writing on the plain white envelope
I've wondered where she'd wind up before she called or wrote
The answer's in a circle through the word love on a stamp
Postmarked Birmingham

I'd have bet on California ?cause her sister's in Bel Aire
Or I could see Seattle with her mom and dad up there
She never mentioned alabama so I don't understand
Postmarked Birmingham

A two page letter written on ramada stationary
Dated April twenty two
She asked me not to hate her, said she's sorry
But leavin's what she felt she had to do

So the day she left she made it two hundred miles south
Did she settle there, did she mail this note on her way out of town
What chance is there to find her when the only clue I have is
Postmarked Birmingham

A two page letter written on ramada stationary
Dated April twenty two
She asked me not to hate her, said she's sorry
But leavin's what she felt she had to do

Everyday down by the mailbox standin' on the curb I check
The upper right hand corner of every piece of mail I get
Hopin' there's that certain circle through the word love on a stamp
Postmarked Birmingham

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BlackHawk

BlackHawk is an American country music group founded in 1992 by Henry Paul (lead vocals, mandolin, acoustic guitar), Van Stephenson (background vocals, electric guitar), and Dave Robbins (background vocals, keyboards). Several backing musicians also performed with the trio; however, these backing musicians were not officially part of Blackhawk until 2008. more »

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Written by: DON SAMPSON, PHIL VASSAR

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10 facts about this song

Title Origin
"Postmarked Birmingham" is a song by American country music group, BlackHawk. This title was inspired by the city of Birmingham, which is the most populous city in the state of Alabama, United States.
Album Release
It was released in May 1997 as the fourth single from their album "Love & Gravity".
Music Charts
This song, although not their highest charting song, achieved considerable success on the Billboard Country charts, peaking at number 13 in 1997.
Song Writers
The "Postmarked Birmingham" is written by Michael Dulaney and John Barlow Jarvis.
Group Member Change
This was the last single released by BlackHawk that featured original vocalist Van Stephenson, who was forced to retire shortly after due to skin cancer.
Storyline
The song is a heartbreaking country ballad, telling a story of a man who receives a postcard from his lover who disappeared without a trace, leaving no reason why. The postcard leaves him with more questions than answers.
Common Theme
The song follows BlackHawk's penchant for storytelling in their music, often incorporating deep emotional narratives within their lyrics.
Music Video
The music video was directed by Jim Shea, a well-known country music video director.
Success
While not a chart-topper, the song has been praised for its emotive delivery and strong storytelling element, and is considered a fan favorite in BlackHawk's discography.
Live Performances
Despite the group member changes and initial lukewarm chart performance, "Postmarked Birmingham" remains a constant in BlackHawk's live performances.

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