Seven Spanish Angels
Willie Nelson, Ray Charles
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He looked down into her brown eyes And said "say a prayer for me" She threw her arms around him Whispered, "God will keep us free" They could hear the riders comin' He said, "this is my last fight If they take me back to Texas They won't take me back alive" There were seven Spanish angels At the altar of the sun They were prayin' for the lovers In the valley of the gun When the battle stopped and the smoke cleared There was thunder from the throne And seven Spanish angels Took another angel home She reached down and picked the gun up That lay smokin' in his hand She said, "Father, please forgive me I can't make it without my man" And she knew the gun was empty And she knew she couldn't win But her final prayer was answered When the rifles fired again There were seven Spanish angels At the altar of the sun They were prayin' for the lovers In the valley of the gun When the battle stopped and the smoke cleared There was thunder from the throne And seven Spanish angels Took another angel home
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Written by: Eddie F. Setser, Troy Harold Seals
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Songwriters"Seven Spanish Angels" was emotionally penned by two talented songwriters - Troy Seals and Eddie Setser.
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Release InformationThe song was released in December 1984, as part of Ray Charles' studio album "Friendship."
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Chart SuccessThe poignant ballad immediately struck a chord with fans and critics alike, and topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles for a week, marking Charles' highest peak on this chart.
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Genre CrossoverEven though it's a Country song, "Seven Spanish Angels" expanded the popular appeal of Ray Charles and Willie Nelson, demonstrating their versatility.
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Music VideoThe song also has an engrossing music video that was popular on music TV channels in the '80s. It tells the tragic love story portrayed in the song.
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Classic CollaborationThe song is one of the most notable duets between Ray Charles and Willie Nelson; their voices distinguishably merging beautifully together.
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Tribute"Seven Spanish Angels" was performed by Willie Nelson as a tribute to Ray Charles at the 2005 event "Genius & Friends: A Night of Ray Charles."
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InterpretationThe song is often interpreted as a tale of a Mexican bandit and his lover being pursued by Texas Rangers. The seven angels refer to the couple's impending death and eventual ascent to heaven.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by multiple artists over the years, including Steve Hofmeyr, Heinz Winckler, and Brian Letscher, proving its timeless popularity.
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Background SingersThe Jordanaires, a famous American vocal quartet, provided backup vocals for the song. This group was known for working with Elvis Presley for many years.
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International SuccessAlthough a country hit, the song also found popularity outside the United States, charting in several other countries, including Canada, where it peaked at number two on the RPM Country Tracks.
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