Get into Reggae Cowboy
The Bellamy Brothers
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I was walking down Broadway New York, New York Tony Llama boots and a Stetson hat Proud to be a country boy Just then a messenger called me Rasta man on the road He said "You gotta get the rhythm of the islands Help me carry my load" [Chorus] You've got to get into reggae cowboy Shuffle them boots on the street Get into reggae cowboy Feel that reggae beat Hey hey hey hey His message hit me like a brick man First I laughed, then I cried Somewhere between Jamaica and Nashville I realized I'd live my life These days I sit in my garden Soften frames on a steel guitar Beautiful rhythms on the tradewinds Blowing in to a Florida farm They tell me get into reggae cowboy Shuffle them boots on the street Get into reggae cowboy Feel that reggae beat Hey hey hey hey You've got to get into reggae cowboy Get into reggae cowboy, Get into reggae cowboy, Get into reggae cowboy
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Written by: DAVID BELLAMY
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Artists"Get into Reggae Cowboy" is a popular song by the American country music duo, the Bellamy Brothers.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released in May 1982, as part of the Bellamy Brothers' album "Strong Weakness."
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Genre CombinationThis song marked a creative fusion of country and reggae music, which was unusual at the time.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Get into Reggae Cowboy" performed impressively on music charts. It reached number 14 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles charts.
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Song's MessageThe song was seen as a light-hearted and fun instruction manual for becoming a "reggae cowboy", blending traditional cowboy imagery and sounds with reggae beats.
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Cultural ImpactBy introducing the reggae vibe into their country music, the Bellamy Brothers helped increase the genre's popularity in the US, contributing to a broader acceptance of reggae and creating a more diverse music scene.
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Song Legacy"Get into Reggae Cowboy" remains one of the Bellamy Brothers' most known and distinctive songs, often being associated with their name.
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ReceptionThe combination of style in the song — fusing rhythm of reggae with the narrative storytelling of country — intrigued and excited many listeners.
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Music VideoA music video for the song was released that adds a visual element to the genre-blending song. It features the Bellamy Brothers in cowboy outfits, surrounded by tropic scenery, furthering the fusion of the two genres.
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Song Popularity"Get into Reggae Cowboy" continues to get consistent airplay on country radio stations, demonstrating its impact and longevity.
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Live PerformancesThe Bellamy Brothers often perform "Get into Reggae Cowboy" at their live shows, where it is popular among fans.
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