About the song
## Smokie’s “Mexican Girl”: A Timeless Ballad of Love and Loss
**Smokie’s** “**Mexican Girl**,” released in 1975, is a classic soft rock ballad that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. The song’s enduring appeal lies in its poignant lyrics, melodic composition, and the band’s signature harmonies.
The song tells a tale of a man who falls deeply in love with a Mexican girl during his travels. Their romance is fleeting, however, as he is forced to return home, leaving her behind. The lyrics capture the bittersweet emotions of longing, regret, and the enduring power of love.
The song’s introspective nature is reflected in its musical arrangement. The gentle acoustic guitar strumming sets a melancholic tone, while the soft, layered vocals add depth and emotion. The bridge features a soaring guitar solo that builds tension and climaxes with a heartfelt expression of longing.
“Mexican Girl” is a testament to Smokie’s songwriting prowess and their ability to create timeless music. The song’s universal themes of love, loss, and nostalgia have resonated with listeners across generations. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its quality and emotional impact.
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Lyrics
Juanita came to me last night, and she cried over and over
Oh, daddy, I love you, you know, and I think it’s the moonlight
She looked so fine, well she looked alright, and she moaned
Oh, daddy, move over
Oh, baby, you know what I like and I think it’s the moonlight
Made in Mexico, schooled in France, oh in lovin’ she needed no teachin’
Oh, man, I can say international ways I believe in
Mexican girl, don’t leave me alone
I got a heart as big as a stone
And I need you, believe me, to be here and love me tonight
Mexican girl, I want you to stay
You know my heart is longing to say
That as long as I live I will always remember the one that I called
My mexican girl
Her skin was soft as the velvet sky and her hair it shone in the moonlight
As the music did play, well the night turned to day, I held her tight
Then she looked at me with her dark brown eyes, and she whispered, “Hasta la vista”
Well, I don’t know what that means, but it sounded so good so I kissed her
Mexican girl, don’t leave me alone
I got a heart as big as a stone
And need you, believe me, to be here and love me tonight
Mexican girl, I want you to stay
You know my heart is longing to say
That as long as I live I will always remember the one that I called
My mexican girl, don’t leave me alone
I got a heart as big as a stone
And I need you, believe me, to be here and love me tonight
Mexican girl, I want you to stay
You know my heart is longing to say
That as long as I live I will always remember the one that I called
My Mexican girl