I Can See Arkansas

Anne Murray

About I Can See Arkansas

"I Can See Arkansas" is a song recorded by Canadian country music artist Anne Murray. It was released in 1992 as the third single from her album Yes I Do. It peaked at number 9 on the RPM Country Tracks chart in July 1992. The song was originally recorded by Steve Wariner on his 1990 album Laredo. It was also recorded by David Ball on his 2004 album Freewheeler.


Year:
1994
4:10
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There's a natural wonder between us
But it doesn't seem natural to me
That you can walk away from the love we made
Here in Tennessee

And leave everything that we worked for
To start a brand new life
I saw you drive across the Memphis bridge
But I don't believe my eyes

Oh, I can see Arkansas across the Mississippi
I can see a big river barge headin' down to new Orleans
I can see the cotton fields on the other side
And the sun going down again

Oh, I can see Arkansas
But I still don't see
Why the love we had should end

If it proved how much I love you
I'd swim this ol' river tonight
I'd bet my soul against the undertow
For the chance to hold you tight

But there's more than a river between us
And I can't swim that far
And as hard as I try I just can't drown
The memories of where you are

Oh, I can see Arkansas across the Mississippi
I can see a big river barge headin' down to new Orleans
I can see the cotton fields on the other side
And the sun going down again

Oh, I can see Arkansas
But I still don't see
Why the love we had should end

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Anne Murray

Morna Anne Murray CC ONS (born June 20, 1945) is a multiple award-winning Canadian singer in pop, country and adult contemporary music whose albums have sold over 54 million copies worldwide as of 2012. more »

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Written by: JAMES THOMAS NIHAN, WOOD ARNOLD NEWTON

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Bluewater Music Corp.

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11 facts about this song

Historical Context
"I Can See Arkansas" is one of the well-known songs by Canadian singer Anne Murray. Known for her smooth, resonant voice, Murray was instrumental in popularizing Canadian country music in the United States.
Artist's Background
Anne Murray is a distinguished figure in the music industry. Having a career spanning over 40 years, she has won numerous awards, including four Grammy Awards, a record 24 Juno Awards, three American Music Awards, and three Country Music Association Awards.
Album Information
"I Can See Arkansas" is part of Anne Murray's 15th studio album titled "Somebody's Waiting," released in April 1980. The album was recorded at Eastern Sound in Toronto, Ontario.
Chart Performance
Though "I Can See Arkansas" did not chart independently, "Somebody's Waiting" peaked at number 4 on the RPM Country Albums chart in Canada and number 26 on the Billboard Top Country Albums in the United States.
Song Theme
"I Can See Arkansas" is a ballad expressing yearning and homesickness for the comfort and familiarity of one’s home. It falls into the tradition of country songs with themes of longing for home and simpler times.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics evoke a strong sense of nostalgia, featuring lines like, "I've seen the bright lights of Memphis, and the Commodore Hotel. But underneath a sweet magnolia star, I can see Arkansas."
Notable Covers
Many artists, including Crystal Gayle and Andy Williams, have covered Anne Murray's songs. However, there are no notable covers for "I Can See Arkansas."
Critical Acclaim
While the song wasn't released as a single and didn't chart, it is well appreciated among fans of Anne Murray for its heartfelt lyrics and melody.
Live Performances
Anne Murray performed "I Can See Arkansas" at various concerts during her career, and it continues to be a crowd favorite.
Relationships to other works
The song is one of several tracks that narratively form a cohesive story of longing and love throughout the "Somebody's Waiting" album, demonstrating Murray's storytelling ability through her songs.
Legacy
While not one of her biggest hits, "I Can See Arkansas" adds richness to Anne Murray's impressive discography and further underscores her status as a pioneering figure in Canadian country music.

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