Juanita
David Allan Coe · Other Songs - David Allan Coe
Those Federales didn't believe I only came here to watch the bulls fight
Tell my mother I need a good lawyer tell my father I'm getting a tan
My sleepy siesta down south of the border is taking
more time than I planned
Oh Juanity somebody betrayed me they've given me ten years to life
Juanita I need you to save me I promise I'll make you my wife
I got a big house in Milwaukee with a color TV and a pool
A Naugahyde bar and a Cadillac car Juanita they're waiting for you
Tie the burro up down in the courtyard to keep the guard busy tonight
When you bring my dinner make sure the tortilla is
filled with a gun or a knife
Juanity somebody betrayed me...
Juanita you'll love Wisconsin Wisconsin is gonna love you
Yes all of Milwaukee speaks Spanish
Of course you're gonna wear American shoes
Lake Michigan tastes like tequila frijoles why they grow there on trees
You can say adios to the pigs and the goats if you'll
just do this one thing for me
But Juanity somebody betrayed me...
Juanita I swear it was all a mistake
You see I was drowning out there in the ocean and I saw this bale coming by
Man so I grabbed it and I climbed up on top of it
And I found this stick and I rowed myself into shore
And when I got there the Border Patrol was waiting for me
At the I didn't know what it was
I promise you if you'll just marry me so I can become a citizen of Mexico
I'll take you to Milwaukee you can meet all my friends
They got these big shiny motorcycles
And you can ride on the back of 'em with 'em really
Juanita would I lie to you
Juanita - David Allan Coe
David Allan Coe's "Juanita" stands as a quintessential example of his signature blend of country rock and outlaw country, capturing the raw, unfiltered voice that defined his career. Released during a period where Coe was solidifying his status as a provocative figure in American music, the track exemplifies his ability to mix traditional storytelling with gritty, blues-inflected instrumentation. The song reflects the broader cultural landscape of the 1970s and 80s, where Coe often challenged norms through his lyrics and performance style. As a staple of his discography, "Juanita" showcases his mastery of the guitar-driven sound that became synonymous with his brand of rebellious country music, influencing countless artists who followed in his wake.