Who Needs Pictures

Brad Paisley

About Who Needs Pictures

"Who Needs Pictures" is a debut song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Brad Paisley. It was released in February 1999 as the first single and title track from his album Who Needs Pictures. It reached number 12 on the Hot Country Songs chart. Paisley wrote this song with Frank Rogers and Chris DuBois.


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1999
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There's an old Kodak camera in my dresser drawer
I ran across it just this afternoon
And I realize that I don't ever use it anymore
In fact last time I did I think it was with you

When we were down in Cozumel
We had the whole beach to ourselves
And it's crazy just to think
That it's all there on that film
And I could take it to the store
To be developed, but what for
I can still see everything just fine
And who needs pictures with a memory like mine

Standin' there, I couldn't help but think about
Everything that might be on that roll
I think it even has another trip we took
I guess that must've been at least three years ago

When we were down in Baton Rouge
And there wasn't much to do
So we drove into New Orleans every afternoon
And I swear that you would think
That it was only yesterday
Cause I can still see everything just fine
Who needs pictures with a memory like mine

And somewhere in my closet 
There's a cardboard box just sittin' on the shelf
It's full of faded memories 
And it's been there ever since the night you left

Just forgotten photographs
To remind me of the past
But I can still see everything just fine
And who needs pictures with a memory like mine
Yeah, who needs pictures with a memory like mine

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Brad Paisley

Brad Douglas Paisley (born October 28, 1972) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. His style crosses between traditional country music and Southern rock, and his songs are frequently laced with humor and pop culture references. more »

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Written by: BRAD PAISLEY, CHARLES DUBOIS, CHRIS DUBOIS, FRANK ROGERS

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"Who Needs Pictures" was released in February 1999 as Brad Paisley's debut single.
Album Info
This song is also the title track of Paisley's debut album "Who Needs Pictures," which was launched in June 1999.
Chart Success
"Who Needs Pictures" climbed to number 12 on the US "Billboard Hot Country Songs" charts.
Music Video
The music video of this song, directed by Mike Salomon, features Brad Paisley at a drive-in theater.
Song Duration
The track has a duration of 4 minutes and 12 seconds.
Personal Connection
The song deals with sentimentality of memories attached with photographs of past relationships, hinting at Paisley's introspective side.
Cultural Impact
This song paved the way for Paisley's prolific country music career and established his reputation as a songwriter and lyricist.
Lyrics
Co-written with Chris DuBois and Frank Rogers, "Who Needs Pictures" thematically explores lasting emotional connection despite a painful breakup.
Musical Style
The song showcases Paisley's signature style of traditional country music combined with a contemporary edge.
Start of a Successful Collaboration
"Who Needs Pictures" marked the beginning of a long-term songwriting partnership between Paisley, DuBois, and Rogers. This team would go on to create many hits for Paisley.
Format
It was released as a CD single with "Don't Breathe" as its B-side track.
Positive Reception
Critics praised Paisley's vocals and the song's arrangement, with the release signifying Paisley as a promising newcomer in the country music scene.

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