Tonight Carmen
Marty Robbins
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Carmen... Carmen... Carmen... Tonight I am aching, my body is shaking Tonight Carmen's coming back home Tonight there'll be no room for tears in my bedroom Tonight Carmen's coming back home. Tonight as I stand here I notice my hand here Is trembling as never before My feelings I can't hide, resistance has all died My pride will rush outside The moment she walks through the door. The lips that have kissed her, That's loved her and missed her Are lips that have cursed her at night In anguish and torment, I've cursed as the night went From darkness till dawn's golden light I thought of just taking these two hands and breaking The body I'm waiting to touch I find while I'm waiting, there's no time for hating While anticipating, the woman I've wanted so much. I've placed pretty flowers to brighten the hours I put brand new sheets on the bed I'm nervous, I'm trembling, recalling remembering The way that she tosses her head. I've given much thought to the fact that I ought to Have more control over my life How can I fight it, how can I deny it, There's no way to hide it The love that I have for my wife. Carmen..Carmen...Carmen
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Tonight Carmen" by Marty Robbins was released in 1967 as part of an album of the same name.
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Chart PerformanceIt reached number 1 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, proving its popularity at the time.
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Musical StyleThe song is reflective of Robbins's fondness for Western-style ballads mixed with pop and country influences. The style of "Tonight Carmen" is representative of this unique blend.
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StorytellingLike many of Robbins's songs, "Tonight Carmen" tells a gripping story, in this case about a doomed romance with a Mexican woman named Carmen.
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Language UseThe song contains some lyrics in Spanish, demonstrating Robbins's willingness to incorporate multi-lingual elements in his music.
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Songwriting"Tonight Carmen" is written solely by Marty Robbins, showcasing his impressive talents not only as a singer but also as a songwriter.
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Popularity Over TimeThe song has stood the test of time and remains one of Robbins's most beloved tracks, demonstrating his lasting impact on country music.
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Album SuccessApart from the song's individual success, the entire album, "Tonight Carmen", fared well after its release, reaching number 11 on the US Albums Country chart.
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Cover VersionsSome country music artists have covered "Tonight Carmen" over the years, acknowledging the song's quality and Robbins's influence on the genre.
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Awards and RecognitionWhile "Tonight Carmen" did not win any awards by itself, Marty Robbins achieved multiple awards throughout his career, indicating the widespread respect for his work, including such hits as "Tonight Carmen".
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