Carmelita
Linda Ronstadt
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I hear mariachi static on my radio And the tubes they glow in the dark And I'm there with you in Ensenada And I'm here in Echo Park Carmelita, hold me tighter I think I'm sinking down And I'm all strung out on heroin On the outskirts of town Well I pawned my Smith and Wesson And I went to meet my man He hangs out down on Alvarado Street At the Pioneer Chicken stand Carmelita, hold me tighter I think I'm sinking down And I'm all strung out on heroin On the outskirts of town Well I'm sittin' here playing solitaire With my pearl handled deck The county won't give me no more methadone And they cut off your welfare check Carmelita, hold me tighter I think I'm sinking down And I'm all strung out on heroin On the outskirts of town Carmelita, hold me tighter I think I'm sinking down And I'm all strung out on heroin On the outskirts of town
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Written by: Warren Zevon
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13 facts about this song
Background"Carmelita" is a song written by American musician Warren Zevon. The song was originally recorded by Zevon himself on his 1976 self-titled album, which received wide critical acclaim.
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Linda Ronstadt CoverLater, the song was famously covered by American singer Linda Ronstadt on her 1977 album, "Simple Dreams".
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InfluenceThe song has been regarded as one of Zevon's most famous tracks and has been widely appreciated for its simple, yet haunting narrative.
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Mexican InfluenceIn the song, Zevon references Los Angeles, particularly the poorer streets of the city, and Mexican culture, which indicate a cultural and geographical influence.
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Lyrical SubstanceThe song tells a poignant tale of a heroin addict's struggles and his longing for his beloved, Carmelita.
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CollaborationThough both Zevon and Ronstadt were popular artists during the same period, they never performed "Carmelita" together. Linda Ronstadt's rendition of the song was released a year after Zevon's version.
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Vetiver VersionAmerican folk band Vetiver also covered Carmelita on their 2008 album 'Thing of the Past'. In their cover, they kept close to the spirit of the original song.
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Guitar CompositionIn Zevon's original version, the song asks for more attention with its slow and haunting guitar composition that complements the raw and gritty lyrics.
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Varied InterpretationsThe song has been interpreted in numerous ways. While some consider it a straightforward tale of addiction, others view it as a metaphorical narration depicting an artist's relationship with his creativity.
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Pop Culture ReferencesThe song has been referenced in pop culture several times. It has been featured in a number of TV shows such as "The Gilmore Girls". A modified version was used in "South Park" as well.
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Critical AcclamationLinda Ronstadt's version of "Carmelita" was critically acclaimed. Her soulful vocals added a new dimension to the song and further popularized it.
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SongwritingWarren Zevon is solely credited as the songwriter of "Carmelita", which showcases his ability to create narratives within music.
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Other CoversApart from Linda Ronstadt and Vetiver, the song has been covered by numerous artists over the years including GG Allin, Murray McLauchlan and Dwight Yoakam, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
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