Galveston

Glen Campbell

About Galveston

"Galveston" is a song written by Jimmy Webb and popularized by American country music singer Glen Campbell who recorded it with the instrumental backing of members of The Wrecking Crew. In 2003, this song ranked number 8 in CMT's 100 Greatest Songs in Country Music. Campbell's version of the song also went to number 1 on the country music charts. On other charts, "Galveston" went to number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the "Easy Listening" charts. It was certified gold by the RIAA in October 1969. The song is considered by many to be the unofficial anthem of both Galveston Island and the City of Galveston, Texas. 


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Galveston oh Galveston
I still hear your sea winds blowing
I still see her dark eyes glowing
she was 21 and I love Galveston

Galveston oh Galveston
I still hear your sea waves crashing
while I watch the cannon's flashing
I clean my gun and dream of Galveston

I still see her standing by the water
standing there looking out to sea
and is she waiting there for me
on the beach where we used to run

Galveston oh Galveston
I am so afraid of dying
before I dry the tears she's crying
before I watch your seabirds flying in the sun
at Galveston at Galveston

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Glen Campbell

Glen Travis Campbell (born April 22, 1936) is an American country music singer, guitarist, television host and occasional actor. He is best known for a series of hits in the 1960s and 1970s, as well as for hosting a variety show called The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour on CBS television. more »

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Written by: JIMMY L WEBB

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11 facts about this song

Creation Details
"Galvestover" is a song written by the famous American songwriter Jimmy Webb and performed by the renowned country musician Glen Campbell.
Release Data
The song was officially released on February 17, 1969, as part of Glen Campbell's album also named "Galveston".
Chart Performance
Not long after its release, "Galveston" topped the Billboard Country Singles chart and reached No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Song Meaning
The song is a poignant narrative from the perspective of a soldier waiting to go to the Vietnam War, expressing his longing for his girl and the seaside town, Galveston.
Military Connection
Webb's inspiration for the song was driven by images of the US soldiers in the Vietnam War, making it prominent during the anti-Vietnam War protests.
Cover versions
"Galveston" was later covered and performed by other artists, including Don Ho and Dean Martin.
TV appearances
Glen Campbell played "Galveston" on TV in a variety of settings, turning it into a signature song in his career.
Grammy Connection
The song positioned Campbell onto the Grammy Winner's list in 1969, for the Best Vocal Performance, Male category.
Song Ranking
The track "Galveston" was ranked at number eight in the "Top 100 Singles of 1969" by Cash Box.
Relation to The City
Quite interestingly, the city of Galveston, Texas, for which the song is named, did not have any special association or connection with Jimmy Webb at the time of writing the song.
Production Contribution
"Galveston" was produced by Al De Lory, an important figure who played a crucial role in shaping Campbell's hallmark "countrypolitan" style.

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