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.
Feliz Navidad
Asleep At The Wheel Lyrics
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Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad
Prospero aco y felicidad
Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
From the bottom of my heart
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
From the bottom of my heart
Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad
Prospero aco y felicidad
Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad
Prospero aco y felicidad
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
From the bottom of my heart
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
From the bottom of my heart
Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad
Prospero ac±o y felicidad
Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad
Feliz Navidad
Prospero ac±o y felicidad
The song "Feliz Navidad," which means "Merry Christmas" in Spanish, is a classic and cheerful holiday tune created by José Feliciano in 1970. The song is festive and uplifting, filled with Christmas greetings and warm wishes from the singer's heart to his listeners. The tune is so catchy that it has since become a timeless classic and a holiday favorite among people from all over the world.
The song's chorus goes "Feliz Navidad, Feliz Navidad, Feliz Navidad, Prospero aco y felicidad" which means "Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas, a prosperous year and happiness." The singer is wishing his listeners all the best for the Christmas season, and the upcoming year. The melody of the song is simple and catchy, and the refrain invites everyone to sing along and celebrate the holidays in high spirits.
The song reflects Feliciano's cultural heritage, and he uses his own unique style and flair to create an unforgettable holiday tune. The song opens with a joyful repetition of "Feliz Navidad" and continues with two verses of well-wishes and warm greetings. The song ends with another round of the catchy chorus and a final heartfelt message from the singer to his listeners.
Overall, "Feliz Navidad" is a timeless and heartwarming classic that truly captures the Christmas spirit. It offers a reminder to all to come together and celebrate the holiday season with joy and happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Feliz Navidad
Merry Christmas
Feliz Navidad
Merry Christmas
Feliz Navidad
Merry Christmas
Prospero aco y felicidad
Prosperous year and happiness
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
I have a desire to express to you a joyous holiday season
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
I have a desire to express to you a joyous holiday season
I want to wish you a Merry Christmas
I have a desire to express to you a joyous holiday season
From the bottom of my heart
With great sincerity and depth of feeling
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Jose Feliciano
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