Spanish Guitar
Toni Braxton
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A smoky room A small café They come to hear you play And drink and dance the night away I sit out in the crowd And close my eyes Dream you're mine But you don't know You don't even know that I am there I wish that I was in your arms Like that Spanish guitar And you would play me Through the night 'til the dawn I wish you'd hold me in your arms Like that Spanish guitar All night long All night long (all night long) I'd be your song I'd be your song Steal my heart With every note you play I pray you'll look my way And hold me to your heart someday I long to be the one That you caress with tenderness And you don't know You don't even know that I exist I wish that I was in your arms Like that Spanish guitar And you would play me Through the night 'til the dawn ('til the dawn) I wish you'd hold me in your arms Like that Spanish guitar All night long (all night long) All night long (all night long) I'd be your song I'd be your song Te sientas entre la gente Cierras tu ojos Y sueñas que soy tuyo Pero yo no sé ni siquiera que estas ahí Me gustaría tenerte entre mis brazos amor I sit out in the crowd And close my eyes Dream you're mine And you don't know You don't even know that I exist I wish that I was in your arms Like that Spanish guitar And you would play me Through the night 'til the dawn ('til the dawn) I wish you'd hold me in your arms Like that Spanish guitar I wish you'd hold me in your arms Like that Spanish guitar (Spanish guitar) All night long (all night long) All night long (all night long) I'd be your song I'd be your song Seria tu canción I'd be your song, your song, your song I'd be your song I'd be your song, your song, your song Baby, all night long I'd be your song, your song, your song I wish you'd hold me in your arms You would play me like that Spanish guitar I'd be your song, your song, your song I'd be your song I'd be your song, your song, your song I'd be your song I'd be your song, your song, your song
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12 facts about this song
Record History"Spanish Guitar" is an R&B and pop song by American singer Toni Braxton from her third studio album, "The Heat."
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Song ReleaseThe song was released as the album's third single on August 29, 2000.
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Songwriter and Producer"Spanish Guitar" was written by the Grammy-winning songwriter, Diane Warren, and was produced by David Foster.
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Song GenreWhile known for her unique R&B sound, Toni Braxton went for a Latin-inspired vibe with “Spanish Guitar.” It blends different music genres such as pop, R&B, and Latin pop.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough the song was not as successful as other Braxton’s hits in the US, peaking at number 98 on the Billboard Hot 100, "Spanish Guitar" did well on the UK Singles Chart, where it reached number 5.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Spanish Guitar" was directed by Billie Woodruff, who is a frequent collaborator with Braxton. The video features the singer dancing with a male model, playing the metaphorical 'Spanish guitar' portrayed in the song's lyrics.
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RemixThe song was remixed by the popular Spanish music producer and remixer, Pablo Flores, which gained further recognition in the Latin music market.
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Song Interpretation“Spanish Guitar” is a passionate love song where Toni Braxton likens her unrequited love interest to a Spanish guitar that she wishes she could be played by him as beautifully.
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Chart Success in AustraliaThe song was Braxton's fourth Top 10 single in Australia, where it peaked at number 3.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists worldwide due to its popularity and musical eloquence.
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Awards & AcclaimsDespite not winning, "Spanish Guitar" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.
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LongevityEven years after its release, "Spanish Guitar" continues to be a popular song and represents one of the highlights in Toni Braxton's music career.
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