Mexicali Rose

Gene Autry

About Mexicali Rose

"Mexicali Rose" is a popular song with music by Jack Tenney and lyrics by Helen Stone, published in 1923. The song is a love story of a man who must leave his love for a while. The chorus: The song has become a pop standard, performed by many artists, including The Lennon Sisters 1960 (Sing Twelve Great Hits - Dot Records DLP 3292), Bing Crosby, Gene Autry, Jerry Lee Lewis, Harry James, Slim Whitman, Vera Lynn, Burl Ives, Clint Eastwood and Jim Reeves. Bing Crosby recorded the song for Decca Records on July 11, 1938 and his version is the only one to reach the charts in the USA achieving the No. 3 spot in 1938. Crosby recorded the song again for his 1954 album Bing: A Musical Autobiography. The song was used in the 1939 film Mexicali Rose starring Gene Autry. 


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Mexicali rose, stop crying
I'll come back to you some sunny day
Every night you know that I'll be pineing
Every hour of year while you're away

Dry those big brown eyes and smile dear
Banish all those tears and please don't cry
Kiss me once again and hold me
Mexico rose, goodbye

Mexicali rose, I'm leaving, don't feel blue
Mexicali rose, stop grieving, I love you
When the dove of love is winging through the blue
All the castles you've been building will come true

Mexicali rose, stop crying
I'll come back to you some sunny day
Every night you know that I'll be pineing
Every hour of year while you're away

Dry those big brown eyes and smile dear
Banish all those tears and please don't cry
Kiss me once again and hold me
Mexico rose, goodbye

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Gene Autry

Orvon Grover Autry (September 29, 1907 – October 2, 1998), better known as Gene Autry, was an American performer who gained fame as a singing cowboy on the radio, in movies, and on television for more than three decades beginning in the early 1930s. Autry was also owner of a television station, several radio stations in Southern California, and the Los Angeles/California/Anaheim Angels Major League Baseball team from 1961 to 1997. more »

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Written by: HELEN STONE, JACK B TENNEY

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7 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Mexicali Rose" is a popular song with music by Jack Tenney and lyrics by Helen Stone, first published in 1923.
Bing Crosby's Version
Bing Crosby recorded the song for his album "El Señor Bing" in 1960. - Crosby's melodic voice brought the song widespread recognition and made it a staple in his performances.
Gene Autry's Rendition
The singing cowboy, Gene Autry, also recorded a version of the song. His take on the song helped popularize it within the country and western genre. - Autry's version is included in his album "Mexicali Rose" which was released in 1939.
Jerry Lee Lewis's Cover
Rock and roll legend, Jerry Lee Lewis recorded his version of "Mexicali Rose" which was included on his 1959 album "Jerry Lee Lewis". - The charismatic Jerry Lee Lewis gave the song a new spin by injecting it with his unique style of rock and roll.
Jim Reeves's Version
The smooth-voiced Jim Reeves also covered "Mexicali Rose". His rendition is considered one of the song's most recognized versions. - Reeves included the song in his album "Blue Side of Lonesome" which was released in 1966, two years after his untimely death.
Film
The song has appeared in several films, including a Gene Autry movie that was named after it. "Mexicali Rose" was released in 1939 and has the song featured prominently.
Overall Impact
Due to its touching lyrics and catchy tune, "Mexicali Rose" continues to be covered by various artists. It has not only become a classic in the country and western genre but also crossed over into pop and rock, making it truly universal.

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