About the Song
Alright, settle in folks, and get ready for a heapin’ helping of country comfort with Conway Twitty’s “Suppertime”. Now, Conway Twitty was a legend in his own time, a smooth baritone voice that could belt out a heartache or a foot-stompin’ two-step with equal ease. Back in 1973, on his album “Clinging to a Saving Hand / Steal Away”, he released this little gem of a song that’s sure to bring back warm memories.
“Suppertime” ain’t your typical country ballad filled with woes and heartbreak. No sir, this one’s about the simple pleasures, the things that make life worth livin’. It’s about the end of a long day, the sun dippin’ low, paintin’ the sky with fiery hues. You can almost hear the crickets chirpin’ and the fireflies startin’ to flicker as Twitty’s voice washes over you.
There’s a sense of homecoming in this song, a call to gather ’round the table after a hard day’s work. It’s a reminder of the importance of family, of sharing a meal together and connectin’ with the ones you love. Whether you were out in the fields tendin’ crops or punchin’ a clock in the factory, “Suppertime” promised a moment of respite, a time to put your troubles aside and simply enjoy the company of loved ones.
So, if you’re feelin’ a little nostalgic, or just need a reminder of the simple things in life, then pull up a chair, grab a plate, and get ready to be transported back to a simpler time with Conway Twitty’s “Suppertime”. It’s a song that’s sure to warm your heart and put a smile on your face.