In 1969, Ray Benson and Lucky Oceans (Reuben Gosfield) co-founded Asleep at the Wheel in Paw Paw, West Virginia, and soon after they found themselves opening for Alice Cooper and Hot Tuna in Washington, DC.[1] A year later, they moved to East Oakland, California at the invitation of Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen. After being mentioned in Rolling Stone magazine by Van Morrison, they landed a record deal with United Artists. In 1973, their debut album, Comin' Right At Ya was released by United Artists. At the request of Willie Nelson, they left Oakland for Austin in 1974.
Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel have been presented numerous awards throughout their career. Most recently, the 16th Annual Midsouth Regional Emmy Award for the making of "A Ride With Bob", recognition by Mayor Kirk Watson of Austin, Texas, and the Darrel K. Royal Music Patron Award by The Texas Heritage Songwriters' Association. In 2007, The Austin Chronicle recognized Asleep at the Wheel for Band of the Year, Best Country Band, and into their Hall of Fame. Benson was inducted into the Austin Music Hall of Fame in 2002, was given The Texas Music Association Lifetime Achievement Award in 1996, and recognized as an Outstanding Producer by the National Academy of Recording Arts in 1988. He has also been given numerous Citations of Achievement by Broadcast Music, Inc. for his work in the country music field. Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel have been one of the strongest names in Country Music for the last forty years.
Corrina Corrina
Asleep At The Wheel Lyrics
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Corrine Corrina, where you been so long?
Ain't been no lovin' since you been gone
I love Corrina, tell the world I do
I love Corrina, tell the world I do
The song ‘Corrina Corrina’ by Asleep At The Wheel is a classic blues song. The lyrics talk about the singer missing his lover, Corrina, and wondering where she has been for so long. The singer expresses his love for Corrina and how he has missed her since she has been gone. The lyrics are simple, yet they convey a deep sense of longing and sadness.
The song's appeal lies in its effortless simplicity and the emotions that it evokes. The song's lyrics reflect the feelings of many people who have lost their loved ones and are yearning for their return. The song's bluesy melody and rhythm further contribute to its appeal, and the singer's heartfelt delivery makes it feel authentic and honest.
The song's origins can be traced back to the 1920s, and it has been recorded by numerous artists over the years, including Bob Dylan, Taj Mahal, and Big Joe Turner. ‘Corrina Corrina’ is a well-known blues standard that remains popular to this day.
Line by Line Meaning
Corrine Corrina, where you been so long?
Hello, Corrine Corrina! We've missed you! Where have you been all this while?
Ain't been no lovin' since you been gone
Things just haven't been the same around here without you Corrine Corrina, we've really missed your love.
I love Corrina, tell the world I do
I don't care who knows it, I absolutely love Corrina and I want everyone to know.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: McKinley Morganfield
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@diannebunnell5582
WHAT A great bunch of Talented group of people.
@apostasiaelegcho5612
Real singer. No pitch correction. They didn't need it.
@joseantoniomartinsdovale4856
I AM PORTUGUESE AND I LOVE THE ACENT
@xbigshot1
Western Swing at its finest!
@gerryd4904
The old grey mare
@olgadieztorello4986
Sleepy lebeef hizo una version rockera super buena... tambien... que maravilla !!!!
@marketingbrokers6512
That’s Leon Rausch on vocals. Just passed away last year in his nineties. R.I.P. He sang and played bass with Bob Wills, not necessarily in that order....
A Legend.