About the song
Let’s embark on a journey through the musical realms with a classic tune that resonates with the timeless essence of country music. I present to you “The Seashores of Old Mexico” by the legendary George Strait. This song, infused with the rustic charm and heartfelt storytelling typical of George Strait’s repertoire, transports listeners to the picturesque landscapes and emotive narratives that define country music at its finest.
Written by Merle Haggard, “The Seashores of Old Mexico” found its place in George Strait’s 2006 album titled “Somewhere Down in Texas.” As a testament to its enduring popularity, the song climbed the charts, earning well-deserved recognition for its poignant lyrics and Strait’s signature smooth vocals. George Strait, often hailed as the “King of Country,” delivers a masterful performance, capturing the essence of longing and nostalgia that permeate the song’s narrative.
Throughout his illustrious career, George Strait has consistently delivered hits that have etched themselves into the annals of country music history. With a staggering 60 number-one hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, including classics like “Amarillo by Morning” and “All My Ex’s Live in Texas,” George Strait’s influence on the genre is unparalleled.
“The Seashores of Old Mexico” stands as a testament to George Strait’s ability to weave captivating tales through his music, evoking emotions and memories with each note. So, sit back, relax, and let the soothing melodies of George Strait’s voice carry you away to the sun-kissed shores of old Mexico.
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Lyrics
I left out of Tucson with no destination in mind
I was runnin’ from trouble and the jail term, the Judge had in mind
And the border meant freedom, a new life, romance
And that’s why I thought I should go
And start my life over on the seashores of old Mexico
My first night in Juarez, lost all the money I had
One bad senorita made use of one innocent lad
But I must keep on runnin’, it’s too late to turn back
I’m wanted in Tucson, I’m told
Yeah, and things will blow over on the seashores of old Mexico
Two Mexican farmers en route to a town I can’t say
Let me ride on the back of a flatbed half-loaded with hay
Down through Durango, Colima, Almiera
Then in the Manzanillos
Where I slept in the sunshine on seashores of old Mexico
After one long siesta, I came wide awake in the night
I was startled by someone who shadowed the pale moonlight
My new-found companion, one young senorita
Who offered a broken hello
To the gringo she found on the seashores of old Mexico
She spoke of Sonora and swore that she’d never return
For her Mexican husband, she really had no great concern
‘Cause she loved the gringo, my red hair and lingo
That’s all I needed to know
Yeah, I found what I needed on the seashores of old Mexico
Yeah, she loved the gringo, my red hair and lingo
That’s all I needed to know, ha-ha
Yeah, I found what I needed on the seashores of old Mexico