About the Song
Charley Pride’s “Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone” is a classic country roadhouse ballad that captures the spirit of wanderlust and heartache. Released in 1970, the song became a number-one hit, showcasing Pride’s distinctive voice and his ability to connect with audiences on a deeply personal level.
The song paints a vivid picture of a lonely traveler searching for solace and escape. Pride’s soulful vocals convey a sense of weariness and longing as he asks the titular question, inviting listeners to share in his journey. The lyrics evoke images of open roads, dusty highways, and the allure of the unknown.
Beyond its storytelling prowess, “Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone” is a testament to Pride’s ability to craft a memorable melody. The song’s infectious rhythm and catchy chorus make it an instant earworm, while the underlying melancholy adds depth and emotional resonance.
This classic country tune continues to resonate with audiences, serving as a reminder of the enduring appeal of the open road and the human desire for connection.
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Lyrics: Is Anybody Goin’ To San Antone
Rain drippin’ off the brim of my hat
Sure is cold today
Here I am walkin’ down 66
Wish you hadn’t done me that waySleepin’ under a table in a roadside park
A girl could wake up dead
But it sure seems warmer than it did
Sleepin’ in our king size bedIs anybody goin’ to San Antone
Or Phoenix, Arizona?
Any place is alright
As long as I can forget I’ve ever known yaWind whippin’ down the neck of my shirt
Like I ain’t got nothin’ on
But I’d rahter fight the wind and the rain
Than what I’ve been fightin’ at homeYonder comes a truck with the U.S. Mail
People writin’ letters back home
Tomorrow he’ll probably want me back
But I’ll still be just as goneIs anybody goin’ to San Antone
Or Phoenix, Arizona?
Any place is alright
As long as I can forget I’ve ever known yaIs anybody goin’ to San Antone
Or Phoenix, Arizona?
Here, any place is alright
As long as I can forget I’ve ever known ya