The song I chose to analyze was \u201cYou\u2019re From Texas” by Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys. This song is an example of the Western Swing music genre, and was first recorded on July 15, 1942. Although performed by Bob Wills and his 10 Texas Playboy string band members, the lyrics in this song were actually written by Cindy Walker. The influence of Bob Wills and his Texan background shine through this song.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bob Wills\u2019 life both started and ended in Texas; he was born near Kosse, TX and later died in Fort Worth, TX. Bob Wills grew up playing the fiddle and mandolin, which are two popular instruments used in Western Swing music. In the height of his musical career, he became well known as \u201cThe King of Western Swing\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As you listen to the recording of “You’re From Texas”, it is important to note that in this particular song, the lead singer is a man named Tommy Duncan who recorded songs and toured with Bob Wills as a part of his string band until the early 1960s. Bob Wills shines through this song by playing the fiddle you hear in the background. <\/p>\n\n\n\n