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"My Maria" is a song co-written by B. W. Stevenson and Daniel Moore. Stevenson released "My Maria" as a single in August 1973, and the song became a Top 10 hit, peaking at number 9 on the US pop chart. It remained in the Top 40 for twelve weeks. In addition, "My Maria" spent one week at number 1 on the US adult contemporary chart. The guitar portion of the track was played by Larry Carlton. A cover version by Brooks & Dunn reached number 1 on the US country music chart and won the 1997 Grammy for Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal.  


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1996
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My Maria don't you know I've come a long, long way
I been longin' to see her
When she's around she takes my blues away
Sweet Maria the sunlight surely hurts my eyes
I'm a lonely dreamer on a highway in the skies

Maria, (Oh Maria I love you girl, oh my Maria)
Maria, (Oh Maria I love you girl, Maria) I love you

My Maria there were some blue and sorrow times
Just my thoughts about you bring back my piece of mind
Gypsy lady you're a miracle work for me
You set my soul free like a ship sailing on the sea
She is the sunlight when skies are gray
She treats me so right lady take me away

My Maria (Oh Maria I love you girl, oh my Maria)
Maria (Oh Maria I love you girl, Maria) I love you
My Maria (Oh Maria I love you girl, oh my Maria)
Maria (Oh Maria I love you girl, Maria) I love you

My Maria (Oh Maria I love you girl, oh my Maria)
Maria (Oh Maria I love you girl, Maria) I love you
My Maria (Oh Maria I love you girl, oh my Maria)
Maria (Oh Maria I love you girl, Maria) I love you

My Maria (Oh Maria I love you girl, oh my Maria)
Maria (Oh Maria I love you girl, Maria) I love you
My Maria (Oh Maria I love you girl, oh my Maria)
Maria (Oh Maria I love you girl, Maria) I love you

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Brooks & Dunn

Brooks & Dunn was an American country music duo consisting of Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn, who were both vocalists and songwriters. The duo was founded in 1990 through the suggestion of Tim DuBois. Before the foundation, both members were solo recording artists. Brooks wrote songs for John Conlee, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and Highway 101 and released a solo album for Capitol Records; both he and Dunn also charted two solo singles apiece in the 1980s. more »

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Written by: LOUIS C STEVENSON, DANIEL JOSEPH MOORE

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10 facts about this song

Song Originality
"My Maria" was originally written and performed by "Daniel Moore" and his wife, "B.W. Stevenson" in 1973. Brooks & Dunn popularized it again with their 1996 cover version.
Chart Achievement
When Brooks & Dunn released their version of "My Maria," it reached No.1 on both the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks (now Hot Country Songs) and Canada Country Tracks (now Canada Country) charts.
Award Winning
Brooks & Dunn's version of "My Maria" won a Grammy Award in 1997 for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal.
Inspiration
Daniel Moore was inspired to write "My Maria" after seeing an ad for Maria Muldaur's 1973 album "Midnight at the Oasis".
Staple Song
"My Maria" has become a staple in Brooks & Dunn's live performances, often as an encore, highlighting their harmonies and instrumentation.
Music Video
The music video of "My Maria" by Brooks & Dunn showcases the duo playing their instruments in a desert-like area, rather than performing a traditional narrative, which was quite usual in the 90s.
Infused Genre
The song "My Maria" combines elements of country with a Southern rock flavor, showcasing Moore's rock influences.
Mornin' Sun song
Although Daniel Moore initially had popularity from "My Maria", he obtained even more success with his song "Mornin' Sun", which was heavily rotated on more than 100 radio stations in the U.S.
The Different Versions
The original version of "My Maria" by B.W. Stevenson is noticeably different from the later version by Brooks & Dunn in terms of tempo and style. The original is slow with a very relaxed mood, while the latter pumped up the tempo and made the song more energetic and lively.
Enduring Popularity
Despite being released over three decades apart, both versions of "My Maria" endure in popularity, illustrating the timeless appeal of the song's melody and lyrics.

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