It is 1976, and the audience’s energy as they sway to Marty Robbins’ ‘El Paso City’ music. Marty’s voice is strong and clear, and I am not surprised to read in the comments that he was considered the best singer of Western ballads.
Interestingly, the song was a reincarnation of the original ‘El Paso’, which tells the story of a fugitive gunfighter and his love for Feleena. Marty was on a flight when he had the idea for ‘El Paso City’, about an airline pilot who flew over El Paso and felt a supernatural connection to the gunfighter’s story.
The song’s arrangement is brilliant, including riffs and themes from the original ‘El Paso’ and its sequel, ‘Feleena (From El Paso)’. Marty’s deep knowledge of music and American culture shines through in this performance.
The audience’s positive reactions are evident in the comments. Users describe the goosebumps they felt and their love for Marty and his singing. One user notes that there will never be another Marty.
It is worth noting that in 1976, a gallon of milk cost $1.68, a dozen eggs were 97 cents, and the average price of a gallon of gas was 59 cents. The President at the time was Gerald Ford.
I encourage you to watch this video and share it with your friends because Marty Robbins’ ‘El Paso City’ is a masterpiece of storytelling and music that continues to touch hearts today.
