The man and his voice indeed. A combination to treasure for sure. What are the odds we were here to witness (hear)such magic in the short fleeting time frame called Good music of the 1950's/60's? Lucky for us !!

There are three songs of late that I have been enamored by in Jim's catalogue. I'm thinking out loud here and here goes.

"A Nickel Piece Of Candy" a song written by Alex Zanelis and recorded by Jim on Dec.17th/1963. A bit of a late appreciation for me for such a happy and care free look at childhood memories. So well done of course, only thru Jim's talent. The instrumentation is amazing.

"Where Do I Go To Throw A Picture Away" a song actually mentioned by Bob on a post a while back about his appreciation of this great song. So right you were Bob and I can only say I can't get enough of this song with the heart wrenching approach Jim used to tell this tender story of lost love.. Written by Carl Belew and Jim Reeves. Recorded on Feb.1/1962. The backing instrumentation and the Kerr singers only add to it's perfection..

"Somewhere Along The way" another treasure that Mike Slater mentioned in a post as one of his favourites. Thank you Mike for reintroducing me to this gem. One of the very few songs Jim starts with only his familiar voice before you hear any instrumentation. Mid way thru when he reaches a higher note in the line "A Mystery" ..how could this be any better..well, it can't. The song written by Jimmy Tiplon and Jim Reeves, recorded on June 4th. 1961. Sounds just like yesterday Jim went into the studio and recorded this.

Anyway, hope some will agree with me and get other opinions that made Jim Reeves the unique legend he has always been. Thank you