About The Song
Adalida is a country song written by Mike Geiger, Mike Huffman, and Woody Mullis. It was first recorded by George Strait and released in 1994 as the third single from his album Lead On. The song reached number two on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and number one on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart.
The song is about a man who is in love with a woman named Adalida. She is described as being beautiful, kind, and free-spirited. The man is drawn to her because she is different from any other woman he has ever met. He loves the way she makes him feel and the way she challenges him to be a better person.
The song is upbeat and catchy, with a strong melody and driving rhythm. Strait’s vocals are clear and powerful, and he delivers the song with passion and conviction. The lyrics are simple but effective, and they tell a story that is both relatable and heartwarming.
“Adalida” is a classic country song that has stood the test of time. It is a song about love, loss, and redemption. It is a song that will stay with you long after you have heard it.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was inspired by a woman named Ida, who Strait met in his hometown of Poteet, Texas.
- The song was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee, and produced by Tony Brown.
- The song’s music video was directed by Jim Shea and features Strait and actress Kelly Preston.
- The song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Country Male Vocal Performance in 1995.
“Adalida” is a must-listen for any fan of country music. It is a timeless song that tells a story of love, loss, and redemption. Strait’s vocals are powerful and the lyrics are simple but effective. The song is sure to stay with you long after you have heard it.
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Lyric
Adalida, pretty little Cajun queenSweet dixie flower, ‘The Belle of the Bayou’ You’re every young man’s dream Adalida, I’d walk through a hurricane To stand beside you, sweet Adalida I’d swim the PontchartrainOh no, here you comin’ down the roadWith your cotton dress a swishin’ You gettin’ some attention From all the boys in the ThibodauxOh my, really feelin’ up their eyesSmilin’ and a winkin’ I know what they’re thinkin’ But I’m the only one who loves you soAdalida, heard a little Cajun queenSweet dixie flower, ‘The Belle of the Bayou’ You’re every young man’s dream Adalida, I’d walk through a hurricane To stand beside you, sweet Adalida I’d swim the PontchartrainOh no, the hottest little dish, I knowI know you can tell it You makin’ me so jealous From my head down to my toesOh me, you could make a redneck greenThe way that you’re a lookin’ You got me a cookin’ And I ain’t talkin’ ’bout étoufféeAdalida, heard a little Cajun queenSweet dixie flower, ‘The Belle of the Bayou’ You’re every young man’s dream Adalida, I’d walk through a hurricane To stand beside you, sweet Adalida I’d swim the PontchartrainAdalida, heard a little Cajun queenSweet dixie flower, ‘The Belle of the Bayou’ You’re every young man’s dream Adalida, I’d walk through a hurricane To stand beside you, sweet Adalida I’d swim the PontchartrainTo stand beside you, sweet AdalidaTo stand beside you, sweet Adalida Just to stand beside my sweet Adalida I’d swim the Pontchartrain Oh yeah