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Introduction
“In Pictures” by Alabama is one of those songs that quietly nestles into your heart and lingers there long after the final note fades away. It’s a song that taps into the bittersweet reality of life, where moments pass by too quickly, and we’re left holding onto memories in the form of photographs.
At its core, “In Pictures” is a father’s reflection on missing out on his child’s life—those little moments that make up the big memories. Whether it’s the first steps, the birthday parties, or just the everyday smiles, this song brings to light the emotional tug-of-war between providing for your family and being there to witness it all. It’s a sentiment that resonates deeply, especially in today’s fast-paced world, where work often pulls us away from the ones we love most.
What makes “In Pictures” so special isn’t just the lyrics, though they are poignant and heartfelt; it’s the way Alabama delivers them. The soft, almost mournful melody carries the weight of regret but also the warmth of love. It’s a song that doesn’t just tell a story—it makes you feel it. You can almost see the photo albums in your mind, filled with moments that were captured but never fully lived.
For anyone who’s ever felt the sting of missed moments or the pang of time slipping through their fingers, “In Pictures” is a gentle reminder that love is often about the little things—those snapshots of life that stay with us, even when we can’t be there in person. It’s a song that connects on a deeply personal level, reminding us all to cherish the moments we do have and to hold the ones we miss a little closer in our hearts.
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Lyrics
I’ve got her photograph on a stand by my bed
Two on the mantle and thousands in my head
I can’t believe how fast she’s growing
It ain’t supposed to be like this
Everytime I look at her, I see how much I missed.
I missed her first steps
Her first words
And “I love you daddy” is something I seldom heard.
Oh it hurts me so…
To watch my girl grow…
Up in Pictures
I sent the money down
Do my best to do my part
But it can’t compare to what I paid with my heart
There’s still one answered question
That weighs heavy on my mind
Will she ever understand, the reasons why?
I missed her first steps
Her first words
And I love you daddy something I seldom heard
Oh it hurts me so, to watch my girl grow
Up in pictures
Takes all I have to keep the tears inside.
And What I wouldn’t give if I could turn back time.
I missed her first steps
Her first words
And “ I love you daddy” is something I seldom heard
Oh it hurts me so, to watch my baby grow
Up in pictures