Texarkana Baby
Roy Drusky · All Time Country Hits (Mercury) [1964]
She's my Texarkana baby do I love her Lawdy Law
Her pappy came from Texas her maw from Arkansas
I'm twisted round her finger like a little piece of string
And yet I'm satisfied because she's such a precious thing
If she hauled off and slapped me I wouldn't feel the sting
She's my Texarkana baby.
She's my Texarkana baby do I love her Lawdy Law
Her pappy came from Texas her maw from Arkansas
She's pretty as a picture and you ought to hear her name
It's sweet as sarghum syrup and good ol' blue ribbon cane
She gives me lots of sugar and she never spills a grain
She's my Texarkana baby.
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She's my Texarkana baby do I love her Lawdy Law
Her pappy came from Texas her maw from Arkansas
One night I went to callin' on a pretty little maid
I must admit to you I was a little bit afraid
To offer her a diamond ring with one installment paid
She's my Texarkana baby.
She's my Texarkana baby do I love her Lawdy Law
Her pappy came from Texas her maw from Arkansas
I wanted to get married but she said we ought to wait
Because she's busy breakin' hearts in almost ev'ry state
I guess we'll put it off until she's broken six or eight
She's my Texarkana baby.
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She's my Texarkana baby do I love her Lawdy Law
Her pappy came from Texas her maw from Arkansas
She's got two eyes that twinkle like a good ol' country star
She's got the perfect figure it'll stop you where you are
And every time I look at her I think of my guitar
She's my Texarkana baby.
She's my Texarkana baby.
She's my Texarkana baby...
About Texarkana Baby
Roy Drusky's "Texarkana Baby" stands as a quintessential example of the honky-tonk sound that defined his career in the 1960s. Recorded for Mercury Records, the track captures the raw energy and storytelling tradition of country music, featuring Drusky's signature vocal delivery that blends bluesy grit with traditional twang. Released on the compilation *All Time Country Hits*, the song reflects the era's focus on regional themes and the personal struggles often explored in country ballads. The recording exemplifies the style that made Drusky a prominent figure in the genre during his peak years. While he is perhaps best known for hits like "Mexican Joe," "Texarkana Baby" showcases his versatility within the same musical framework, emphasizing the narrative depth characteristic of his discography. The song remains a staple in collections of classic country music, illustrating the enduring appeal of its straightforward yet emotionally resonant composition.