Seminole Wind
John Anderson
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Ever since the days of old Men would search for wealth untold They'd dig for silver and for gold And leave the empty holes And way down south in the Everglades Where the black water rolls and the saw grass waves The eagles fly and the otters play In the land of the Seminole So blow, blow Seminole wind Blow like you're never gonna blow again I'm callin' to you like a long-lost friend But I know who you are And blow, blow from the Okeechobee All the way up to Micanopy Blow across the home of the Seminole The alligator and the gar Progress came and took its toll And in the name of flood control They made their plans and they drained the land Now the Glades are goin' dry And the last time I walked in the swamp I stood up on a cyprus stump I listened close and I heard the ghost Of Oseola cry So blow, blow Seminole wind Blow like you're never gonna blow again I'm callin' to you like a long-lost friend But I know who you are And blow, blow from the Okeechobee All the way up to Micanopy Blow across the home of the Seminole The alligator and the gar
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Written by: John David Anderson
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11 facts about this song
Song Creation"Seminole Wind" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist John Anderson. It is not associated with James Taylor, as commonly mistaken.
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Album SuccessThe song was released in August 1992 as the fourth single and title track from the album "Seminole Wind." The album itself was one of Anderson's most successful albums, peaking at number 2 on the Top Country Albums chart.
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Chart Success"Seminole Wind" itself rose to number 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. This was one of Anderson's biggest hits and an important part of his career comeback.
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Environment ThemeThe song is known for its environmental theme. It talks about the destruction of the Seminole Wind's homeland in the Florida Everglades. It's a lyrical protest against the destruction caused by real estate development.
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Native American TributeThe song pays tribute to the Seminole tribe, a group of Native American people originally from Florida. It's a lament for the passing of their way of life.
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Popular CoverThe song has influential covers, too. Country artist Donna Fargo released her rendition of "Seminole Wind" on her 1992 album, "Winners."
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Notable Music VideoThe song has a critically acclaimed music video that features scenes depicting the Florida Everglades, including wildlife and elements of Seminole culture.
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Song ReceptionAlthough the song did not reach number 1 status, it was widely acclaimed for its lyrical depth and the passionate performance given by Anderson.
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Awards ConsiderationsThe song received nominations for the Country Music Association's Song of the Year and Single of the Year in 1993.
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Modern RelevancyEven decades after its release, "Seminole Wind" is still played regularly on country radio stations, showing the timeless appeal of its melody and message.
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PhilanthropyIn 2014, Anderson performed "Seminole Wind" in concert to aid the Wounded Warriors Project, demonstrating that the song's popularity has made it a useful tool for charitable efforts.
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