The Statler Brothers - Do You Know You Are My Sunshine? Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who were the original members of The Statler Brothers?

   The original members of The Statler Brothers were Harold Reid, Don Reid, Lew DeWitt, and Phil Balsley.

2. Why did Lew DeWitt leave The Statler Brothers?

   Lew DeWitt left The Statler Brothers due to health problems stemming from Crohn's disease.

3. Who replaced Lew DeWitt in The Statler Brothers?

   Lew DeWitt was replaced by Jimmy Fortune, a native of Virginia.

4. What inspired Jimmy Fortune to write the song 'Elizabeth'?

   Jimmy Fortune was inspired to write 'Elizabeth' after watching the movie 'Giant' starring Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, and James Dean. He was captivated by Elizabeth Taylor and wrote the song during the group's tour in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

5. What accomplishment did the song 'Elizabeth' achieve for The Statler Brothers?

   'Elizabeth' became The Statler Brothers' forty-fourth country hit and their second #1 on the country charts, spending one week at the peak position.

6. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Do You Know You Are My Sunshine?'

   The lyrics for 'Do You Know You Are My Sunshine?' were written by Don S. Reid and Harold Wilson Reid.