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.
My Wonderfull One
Marty Robbins Lyrics
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I told my heart to forget her
Her little game is well known
I told my heart it's best that we part
But my heart has a mind of it's own
How foolish to think I could rule it
How silly to even begin
If I win, if I lose, or if I sing the blues
I must play the game to the end
I told my heart to be careful
Don't swim where the water's too deep
It won't pay attention to things that I mention
To the danger ahead, it's asleep
Too late to turn back, it's all over
Gone is the love I have known
I got lost in the rush but I've still got a crush
'Cause my heart
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Has a mind
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Of it's own
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The song "My Wonderful One" by Marty Robbins is a beautiful tribute to the Hawaiian Islands. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the islands with their blue skies, balmy air, and golden moonlight. The waving palms of Waikiki are caressed by the soft breeze, while the valleys are filled with rainbows, and the mountains are lush and green. The fragrant flowers and dreamy Hawaiian music combine to create an atmosphere of paradise. The song talks about how the Hawaiian Islands unite to sing alohahi to the singer, as they welcome him into their beautiful land.
The lyrics of "My Wonderful One" are a perfect example of how music can transport us to another world. They evoke feelings of calmness, relaxation, and wonder, as they describe the beauty of Hawaii. The song's lyrics talk about how the Hawaiian Islands are calling to the singer, beckoning him to come and experience their natural beauty. The song is not just about the physical beauty of the islands, but also about the unique cultural heritage that is deeply rooted in the Hawaiian people.
Overall, "My Wonderful One" is a beautiful song that celebrates the beauty, culture, and people of Hawaii. It is an ode to the Hawaiian Islands and the singer's love for them.
Line by Line Meaning
Islands of Hawaii
The beautiful group of Hawaiian islands with its serene, calming environment.
Where skies of blue are calling me
Invitation from the clear azure blue skies to visit the land of Hawaii.
Where balmy air and golden moonlight
The Hawaiian environment with its warm breeze and radiant moonlight.
Caress the waving palms of Wai KiKi
The waving palm trees in Wai KiKi getting caressed by the warm and gentle breeze.
Valleys with their rainbows
Valleys adorned by the beautifully colored rainbows.
Your mountains green, and deep blue sea
The lush green mountains and clear, blue sea of Hawaii.
Your fragrant flowers and dreamy music
The scent of aromatic flowers and the calming music that provides an unmatched sensory experience.
Unite and sing a alohahi to me
All the aspects of Hawaii come together to create a beautiful expression of love, called alohahi.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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!