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.
It's Your World
Marty Robbins Lyrics
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You have all the power it takes to make me blue
You control the way I feel both day and night time
It's Your World and I'm just passin' through
Let me live, let me live
Let me live in, live in your world
If only for part of the time
There must be, there must be
Oh sweet love, love in your world
'Cause there just isn't any in mine
It's Your World and I don't belong in it
Foolishly I keep pretending that I do
From the start you've made it plain that you don't want me
It's your world and I'm just passin' through
In Marty Robbins's song It's Your World, the singer is expressing their love for someone who has complete control over their emotions. This person has the power to make the singer happy with just a smile, yet they also have the power to make them feel sad and blue. The chorus speaks to the deep desire to be a part of this person's world, even if it's just for a short time. The singer recognizes that they don't belong in this person's world, but they continue to hope for a relationship with them anyway.
The lyrics of this song highlight the power dynamics in a relationship, where one person holds the majority of the control while the other is left to hope for a chance at love. It also expresses a deep longing for love and companionship, even if it means just being a part of someone else's world for a little while. Overall, the song captures the vulnerability and helplessness of loving someone who holds all the power in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
It's Your World and your smile turns on my sunshine
You have a lot of control over me, because your smile can light up my world and make me feel happy.
You have all the power it takes to make me blue
Your actions and words can also make me feel sad and depressed if they aren't positive or kind.
You control the way I feel both day and night time
Your presence and influence can affect my emotions and thoughts throughout the day and even when I'm trying to sleep.
It's Your World and I'm just passin' through
I don't really belong in your world or have any significant impact, I'm just briefly existing in it.
Let me live, let me live
I want to be able to fully experience and immerse myself in your world.
Let me live in, live in your world
I want to be able to participate and engage in your world, even if it's just for a little while.
There must be, there must be
I strongly believe that there is love and happiness in your world that I want to be a part of.
Oh sweet love, love in your world
I'm searching for love and companionship in your world because I feel like I can't find it anywhere else.
'Cause there just isn't any in mine
I'm feeling lonely and unloved in my own world, which is why I'm seeking it in yours.
It's Your World and I don't belong in it
I don't really fit into your world or feel like I belong, but I still want to be a part of it anyways.
Foolishly I keep pretending that I do
I'm aware that I don't belong, but I'm still holding on to false hope and pretending that I do fit in.
From the start you've made it plain that you don't want me
You've been very clear and upfront with me that I'm not someone you want or need in your world.
It's your world and I'm just passin' through
Once again, I'm just briefly passing through and don't have any long-term place in your world.
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Written by: Marty Robbins
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@mrbobevans
Marty Robbins is one the greatest songwriters of our time.
@shirleylawlor941
Another one of Marty ,,just wonderful
@albertwild466
Another Great song I've never heard amazing 😍😍. Al UK
@albertwild466
Brilliant song 👍 Al UK xx
@DanielSwartfiguer
This is one of my favorite songs!
@albertwild466
Wonderful 😊😊
@frankchilds9848
I heard of this song, thanks to your video now I hear this song...Marty was incredible indeed 👏
@jeffreyyouse1254
Really nice
@irenemccann7032
I had this on one on my many LPs of Marty he was magnificent.
@roberttwin888
Still the best Marty