The song Galveston, performed by Glen Campbell, was released in 1969. Written by acclaimed songwriter Jimmy Webb, it became a major hit, reaching number one on the country charts and number four on the pop charts. The song tells the poignant story of a soldier in the Vietnam War who yearns to return to his hometown of Galveston, Texas. With its memorable melody and heartfelt lyrics, Galveston
Did You Know?
- Glen Campbell released Galveston in 1969.
- Written by Jimmy Webb, the song reached No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Lyrics
Galveston, oh Galveston, I still hear your sea winds blowin’
I still see her dark eyes glowin’
She was 21 when I left Galveston
Galveston, oh Galveston, I still hear your sea waves crashing
While I watch the cannons flashing
I clean my gun and dream of Galveston
I still see her standing by the water
Standing there lookin’ out to sea
And is she waiting there for me?
On the beach where we used to run
Galveston, oh Galveston, I am so afraid of dying
Before I dry the tears she’s crying
Before I watch your sea birds flying in the sun
At Galveston, at Galveston
