Steel Guitar Rag
Bob Wills, Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys
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Been runnin' around, seen many a town So maybe you'll find I'm the kind of guy to brag But listen to me and see, if you don't agree No melody rolls like that old steel guitar rag. And when they slide that thing along the strings It sounds so doggone heavenly, you hear an angel sing An' when you start your feet, your heart will beat The rhythm to that old steel guitar rag. You may be kind choosy 'bout the kind of songs you hear You may like songs that's bluesy, so you cry right in your beer But if you like a tune that's bound to drive away your care Make happy your soul with that old steel guitar rag.
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10 facts about this song
Historical significance"Steel Guitar Rag" was released in 1936, making it a relevant piece of music during the era of big band swing and western swing.
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Artist Profile"Steel Guitar Rag" is performed by Bob Wills, a celebrated American Western swing musician, songwriter, and bandleader who is widely known as "the King of Western Swing."
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Genre MixingThe song is a fusion of western swing, a subgenre of American country music, and traditional Hawaiian guitar methods, making it quite unique for its time.
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Instrumental ShowcaseThe song prominently features the steel guitar, showcasing the versatility of the instrument in a unique mix of country and Hawaiian style music.
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Composition"Steel Guitar Rag" was co-written by Bob Wills, Leon McAuliffe (his guitarist), and Cliff Bruner.
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InspirationThe track was inspired by an instrumental tune from the 1920s, "Guitar Rag" by Sylvester Weaver.
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Chart PerformanceThis song, along with the rest of Bob Wills' timeless hits, helped him maintain his position as a chart-topping artist during the 1930s and 1940s.
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Legacy and Influence"Steel Guitar Rag" is considered a significant tune in the history of country music and has since been covered by various artists, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
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A standout trackThis specific song is one of Bob Wills most known tracks due to its innovative style and blending of musical genres.
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Role in Western Swing"Steel Guitar Rag" played a significant role in establishing the steel guitar as the central instrument in western swing music.
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