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.
To Be in Love With Her
Marty Robbins Lyrics
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Others have said she drinks more than she should
And that it's hopeless and really no good
To be in love with her
She got the worst of a careless romance
Love's little arrow was more like a lance
But still I'm happy and I'm glad for the chance
She tells too many jokes she takes too many smokes
Spends her money much too fast
She still has her pride and she's only tryin' to hide
Disappointments of the past
Maybe she's seen with the wrong kind of crowd
Maybe she laughs just a little too loud
I know she's good and I know that I'm proud
To be in love with her
The lyrics of the song "To Be in Love With Her" by Marty Robbins is a fascinating narration of what it means to be in love with a flawed and imperfect individual. From the first verse, the singer acknowledges that people talk about his lover in disparaging terms. They criticize her habits and warn him of how hopeless and not worth their admiration she is. Yet, despite all these admonitions, the singer in the song cannot help himself but remain devoted to her.
The second verse delves deeper into why this might be so. We learn that his beloved has had her share of failed romances, which has left her with emotional scars. But, the singer still finds happiness in his relationship with her, and is proud of the chance to be in love with her. Even if she tells too many jokes, takes too many smokes and spends her money recklessly, he is not deterred.
In conclusion, the song is a beautiful and poignant tribute to the often-complicated nature of romantic love. It's a love that remains steadfast in the face of criticisms, and it's about embracing the flaws of a partner and cherishing them regardless. It's a message that true love is not blind, but accepting and forgiving.
Line by Line Meaning
Some people say that she's really no good
There are people who believe she is not a good person
Others have said she drinks more than she should
There are others who say that she drinks excessively
And that it's hopeless and really no good
They believe that it is a hopeless situation
To be in love with her
To love her is a bad idea
She got the worst of a careless romance
She was unlucky in a previous relationship
Love's little arrow was more like a lance
The pain of love hit her hard
But still I'm happy and I'm glad for the chance
I am still happy to love her despite her flaws
To be in love with her
It is a privilege to be in love with her
She tells too many jokes she takes too many smokes
She has some habits that people disapprove of
Spends her money much too fast
She is not good with money
She still has her pride and she's only tryin' to hide
Despite her struggles, she still holds on to her dignity
Disappointments of the past
She has had bad experiences in the past
Maybe she's seen with the wrong kind of crowd
Perhaps she spends time with people who are not good for her
Maybe she laughs just a little too loud
She doesn't fit into the mold of what people expect
I know she's good and I know that I'm proud
I believe she is a good person and I am proud to love her
To be in love with her
It is an honor to love her
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!