Born in Glendale, Arizona, Robbins taught himself guitar while serving in the United States Navy during World War II, and subsequently drew fame performing in clubs in and around his hometown. In 1956, he released his first No. 1 country song, "Singing the Blues" and one year later, released two more No. 1 hits, "A White Sport Coat" and "The Story of My Life". In 1959, Robbins released his signature song, "El Paso", for which he won the Grammy Award for Best Country & Western Recording. Later releases that drew critical acclaim include "Don't Worry", "Big Iron" and "Honkytonk Man", the last for which the 1982 Clint Eastwood film is named, and in which Robbins made his final appearance before death.
Over the course of his career, Robbins recorded more than 500 songs and 60 albums, and won two Grammy Awards, was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, and was named the 1960s Artist of the Decade by the Academy of Country Music. Robbins was a commercial success in both the country and pop genres, and his songs were covered by many other famous artists, including Johnny Cash, the Grateful Dead and Elvis Presley. His music continues to have an influence in pop culture today, having recently appeared in several contemporary pop culture features, including the video game Fallout: New Vegas, and the series finale of AMC's Breaking Bad.
Robbins was born in Glendale, a suburb of Phoenix in Maricopa County, Arizona. His mother was mostly of Paiute Indian heritage. Robbins grew up in a difficult family situation. His father took odd jobs to support the family of 10 children; however, his hard drinking led to divorce in 1937. Among his warmer memories of his childhood, Robbins recalled having listened to stories of the American West told by his maternal grandfather, Texas Bob Heckle, who was a local medicine man. At 17, Robbins left his troubled home to serve in the United States Navy as an LCT coxswain during World War II. He was stationed in the Solomon Islands in the Pacific Ocean. To pass the time during the war, he learned to play the guitar, started writing songs, and came to love Hawaiian music.
Robbins' discography consists of 52 studio albums, 13 compilation albums, and 100 singles. In his career, Robbins charted 17 Number One singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, as well as 82 Top 40 singles.
Robbins' highest charting album is 1959's Gunfighter Ballads and Trail Songs. It charted to #6 on the all-genre Billboard 200, and was also certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. The album's first single, "El Paso", became a hit on both the country and pop charts, charting to Number One on the Hot Country Songs as well as the Billboard Hot 100. While that would be his only pop Number One, in 1957, "A White Sport Coat" charted to #2, and in 1961, "Don't Worry" charted to #3.
His final Top 10 single was "Honkytonk Man" from the 1982 eponymous film in which Robbins had a role. He died shortly before its release. Since his death, four posthumous studio albums have been released, but they made no impact on the charts.
Robbins married Marizona "Mari" Baldwin on September 27, 1948. They had two children, Ronny and Janet, and were married 34 years until his death.
Is There Any Chance
Marty Robbins Lyrics
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Can start all over
Will you say you'll try
Is there any chance that you may be
Still a little bit in love with me
Do I feel it when we say hello
Or is it just because I'm hoping so
Will you tell me
Is there any chance
Is there any chance your heart may try
To trust again the heart that made you cry
Is there any chance you might forgive
Oh, you must, or how else can I live
Is there any chance that you and I
Can start all over
Will you say you'll try
Is there any chance that you may be
Still a little bit in love with me
(in love with me)
In Marty Robbins's song "Is There Any Chance," the singer pleads with his former lover to give their relationship another chance. He questions if there is still love between them, and if there is hope for their romance to be reignited. The opening line of the song, "Is there any chance that you and I can start all over?" sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics. The singer is aware that their relationship has been damaged, but he is hoping to rekindle the love they shared before.
Robbins's use of the word "chance" throughout the song is significant. He recognizes that there is no certainty in love, and that taking a chance on love requires vulnerability and trust. He begs his former lover for a chance to try again, even if the outcome is uncertain. The lines "Is there any chance your heart may try to trust again the heart that made you cry" highlight the importance of forgiveness in any relationship. He acknowledges his past mistakes and asks for forgiveness, recognizing that without it, there can be no chance for a future together.
Overall, "Is There Any Chance" is a heartfelt plea for a second chance at love. The singer acknowledges the challenges they face but remains hopeful that, with forgiveness and trust, they can start over.
Line by Line Meaning
Is there any chance that you and I
Is there any possibility that we can reconcile our relationship?
Can start all over
Can we reset our love life back to the initial days when we began our journey together?
Will you say you'll try
Can you commit to making an effort for the sake of our relationship?
Is there any chance that you may be
Do you still have feelings or affection for me?
Still a little bit in love with me
Do you have any remaining love for me or am I completely out of your heart?
Do I feel it when we say hello
Do I sense any spark or connection when we greet each other?
Or is it just because I'm hoping so
Is my belief in us so strong that I'm imagining things that may not exist?
Do you still have faith in our romance
Do you still believe that we can have a meaningful romantic relationship?
Will you tell me
Can you share your true thoughts and feelings with me?
Is there any chance
Is there any possibility?
Is there any chance your heart may try
Is there any possibility that you'd consider giving me another chance?
To trust again the heart that made you cry
Can you consider putting faith in me again even though I might have hurt you in the past?
Is there any chance you might forgive
Is there any possibility that you'd consider forgiving me?
Oh, you must, or how else can I live
Forgiveness is essential for me to have any hope for a future with you.
Is there any chance that you and I
Is there any possibility that we, as a couple, can move forward?
Can start all over
Can we reset our love life back to the initial days when we began our journey together?
Will you say you'll try
Can you commit to making an effort for the sake of our relationship?
Is there any chance that you may be
Do you still have feelings or affection for me?
Still a little bit in love with me
Do you have any remaining love for me or am I completely out of your heart?
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Written by: MARTY ROBBINS
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on Johnny Fedavo
This is a fantastic, emotional song, thanks to whoever added the meaning behind the lyrics to this song. Makes it easy for some to understand a bit better!