My Adobe Hacienda
Eddy Howard
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In my adobe hacienda There's a touch of Mexico, Cactus love lighter than orchids Blooming in the patio, Soft desert stars and the strum of guitars, Make every evening seem so sweet, In my adobe hacienda Life and love are more complete.
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Written by: LEROY GODDARD, LOUISE MASSEY
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Historical Origin"My Adobe Hacienda" is a popular song written by Louise Massey and Lee Penny. It was first recorded by "Louise Massey & The Westerners" in 1941.
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GenreThis song falls under the Western Swing music genre, a subgenre of American country music that emerged in the 1920s in the Western United States.
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Cover VersionsThe song was notably covered by Eddy Howard and His Orchestra, and it became one of his most iconic performances.
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Chart SuccessEddy Howard's version of "My Adobe Hacienda" reached the Billboard magazine Best Seller chart on July 4, 1947, and lasted 19 weeks on the chart, peaking at number 2.
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Second RecordingEddy Howard and his orchestra recorded the song for the second time in 1955. This version was released by Mercury Records with the catalog number 70797.
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Album Inclusion"My Adobe Hacienda" was also included in the album "Eddy Howard Sings...In A Shanty In Old Shanty Town" released in August 1956 by Mercury Records.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of "My Adobe Hacienda" express longing for the serene, simple life of the southwestern United States, particularly the rural areas of New Mexico and Arizona.
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Lasting Influencedecades after its release, "My Adobe Hacienda" continues to be played on classic country radio stations and used in various compilations albums, proving the enduring popularity of this classic song.
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Eddy Howard's CareerHoward also had several other chart-topping hits during his career, including "To Each His Own," "I Wonder, I Wonder, I Wonder," and "(I Love You) For Sentimental Reasons". His version of "My Adobe Hacienda" is one of the standout performances that helped cement his place in the annals of popular music.
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Song's LegacyThe song is still a classic favorite in the American West and Southwest and often played at traditional events and gatherings, underscoring its cultural importance and continuing relevance.
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