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Introduction
“Blame It On Mexico” by George Strait is one of those songs that pulls you right into its world with just a few chords. Picture this: you’re sitting in a dimly lit cantina, a gentle breeze carrying the sounds of a distant mariachi band, and you’re nursing a heartbreak that feels as vast as the desert outside. That’s the atmosphere George Strait captures perfectly in this track.
Released in 1981 as part of his debut album Strait Country, “Blame It On Mexico” tells the story of a man who loses himself in the romantic chaos of a night south of the border. It’s a classic tale of love and regret, painted with the colors of Mexico’s vibrant nightlife. The lyrics weave a narrative that’s both specific and universal—a fleeting romance that leaves a lasting mark, the kind of experience many can relate to even if they’ve never crossed the border.
Strait’s delivery is what really makes this song stand out. His voice, warm and rich, wraps around the lyrics like a comforting blanket, making you feel every word as if it’s your own story. The song’s melody is equally captivating, blending traditional country with a hint of Latin influence that gives it a unique flavor. It’s easy to see why this track has remained a fan favorite over the years.
What’s special about “Blame It On Mexico” is how it manages to capture a moment in time—a whirlwind romance that feels so intense, it’s almost surreal. And yet, there’s a resignation in the song, an understanding that not all love stories have a happy ending. Sometimes, all you can do is blame it on the circumstances, or in this case, Mexico.
Whether you’re reminiscing about your own adventures or simply enjoying a beautifully told story, “Blame It On Mexico” is a song that resonates on a deeply personal level. It’s George Strait at his storytelling best, reminding us all of the power of a song to transport us to another place and time.
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Lyrics
In a bar in Acuña called Ma Crosby’s
I found myself not feeling any pain
I told a ‘Frisco girl I’d come for freedom
She said she’d only come to catch a train
We struck up some idle conversation
Traded all the troubles on our minds
One thing led to another in the evening
And I fell in love again for my last time
Blame it on Mexico if you need a reason
Say too much guitar music, tequila, salt and lime
Blame it on Mexico, but she’s the reason
That I fell in love again for my last time
Then daylight dawned and found me in Del Rio
In a rundown motel room as dark as hell
I felt all the pains of a morning after
And all alone as far as I could tell
Why she left I have no way of knowing
Guess she caught her train and that’s a crime
She took everything I ever wanted
And I fell in love again for my last time
Blame it on Mexico if you need a reason
Say too much guitar music, tequila, salt and lime
Blame it on Mexico, but she’s the reason
That I fell in love again for my last time
Blame it on Mexico if you need a reason
Say too much guitar music, tequila, salt and lime
Blame it on Mexico, but she’s the reason
That I fell in love again for my last time
Blame it on Mexico if you need a reason
Say too much guitar music, tequila, salt and lime
Blame it on Mexico