San Antonio Rose
Bob Wills, The Texas Playboys, Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"San Antonio Rose" is a studio recording by American musician Bob Wills and his group, The Texas Playboys. This song is a representation of the western swing genre which combines elements of country, jazz, and swing.
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SingersThe song was originally an instrumental piece. However, lyrics were added in 1940 by Tommy Duncan. He was the lead singer for Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys and performed the vocals for the song.
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Release DetailsThis hit was released in 1938 as an instrumental tune called "San Antonio". It was later re-released with lyrics by Tommy Duncan in 1940 and titled "New San Antonio Rose".
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Popularity"San Antonio Rose" was a hit song for Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys and is undoubtedly one of their most recognized songs. It sold over a million copies, and was awarded a gold disc.
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Music AwardsIn 1965, the song received a Grammy Hall of Fame Award. It's an award given by The Recording Academy to "honor recordings of lasting qualitative or historical significance".
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Cover VersionsThe song's popularity led to multiple cover versions by well-known artists such as Floyd Cramer, Willie Nelson, and Patsy Cline.
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Influence on Western Swing"San Antonio Rose" is considered a pivotal song in the development and popularization of the western swing genre.
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Song ThemeThe song is about a "rose" (a woman) from San Antonio and it's filled with longing and nostalgia, typical of country and western music.
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Live PerformancesIt served as a standard set piece for Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys during their live performances.
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Inclusion in Films"San Antonio Rose" was also used in several films and television series including Clint Eastwood's "Honkytonk Man" and Stephen King's TV series "The Stand".
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